Associate Creative Director - Art

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MERGEHealth and wellness
Remote - US BasedFull-TimeMiddle
Salary98,300 - 117,950 USD per year
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Job Details

Experience
8 plus years
Required Skills
Figma

Requirements

  • 8 plus years of proven experience in art direction and design leadership within an AOR agency or design firm
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, and/or equivalent work experience
  • Mastery of "systems thinking" with a portfolio showcasing scalable, modular design.
  • Ability to translate nuanced strategies into elegant and impactful creative solutions.
  • Strong background in digital-first design and omnichannel content architecture with expertise in developing component-based systems within tools like Figma.
  • Expertise in navigating the balance between creative excellence and strict medical/regulatory guidelines.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates elite craft, conceptual firepower, and the ability to handle high-stakes brand stewardship.
  • Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to defend ideas and executions to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Architect the visual systems, design languages, and structural messaging frameworks for diverse life sciences clients.
  • Build modular, scalable brand platforms that maintain brand integrity across channels and customers for high-volume personalized content.
  • Translate complex clinical data and brand strategies into compelling visual narratives and persuasive stories.
  • Partner across disciplines (Art and Copy) to create foundational creative stories and systems that set the standard for all tactical executions.
  • Oversee creative output to ensure a "systems-first" approach to all design and copy development.
  • Collaborate with strategy and other departments to ensure communications are rooted in deep customer insights.
  • Navigate senior-level creative reviews with a focus on strategic solutions and establishing scalable brand platforms.
  • Supervise the work of others—generally 2–4 employees—mentoring junior and mid-level creatives toward systematic, foundational thinking.
  • Contribute to new business pitches from insight-gathering and strategic development through concept creation and client presentation.
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