Senior Creative Director, Copy

Overview/About Lumanity

Lumanity is dedicated to improving patient health by accelerating and optimizing access to medical advances.  We partner with life sciences companies around the world to generate evidence to demonstrate the value of their product, translate the science and data into compelling product narratives, and enable commercial decisions that position these products for success in the market. We do this through strategic and complimentary areas of focus: Asset Optimization and Commercialization, Value Access and Outcomes, Medical Strategy and Communications, and Real-World Evidence.

Responsibilities / Position overview

This role of Senior Creative Director is designed to develop best-in-class creative solutions while communicating, executing and sustaining cross-platform strategic initiatives. This team member directs and leads the creative function so that the environment, culture, team, capabilities, tools, processes, expectations, work style and other elements support the strategic goals and objectives. We’re seeking an idea-generating, solutions-oriented agency leader that will drive agency growth.

The experience and responsibilities listed below are subject to change.

• Ensure that our creative product delivers on high standards, remains cutting-edge and stays ahead of our competition (i.e., best in class) at all times
• Oversee and manage a creative function that operates in an efficient and effective manner while seeking out innovative ways to deliver results
• Lead the development of concepts and strategies for a particular venture and monitor progress, implementing our creative vision and becoming the point of reference for any creative plan that may be making its way to our clients
• Listen, question, prioritize and translate business situations, marketing goals and information into strategic brand concepts through the production process
• Act as a positive, proactive and productive brand marketing team member while building strong, trusting relationships that go beyond the status quo and fostering a hunger for bold, untested ideas
• Work with other leaders and teams to ensure creative and messaging needs are met while adhering to the guidelines for strategy, brand messaging and integrated communication channels
• Inspire and motivate the Creative Team to be more advanced and enhance brand storytelling using brainstorming sessions, team meetings and other strategic tools
• Work with the Operations Lead and Principal to evolve a Creative Team structure that’s built to be effective and efficient while also serving as a leader, mentor and coach to all team members
• Be engaged in the marketing/advertising community to share the brand story and constantly recruit potential Creative Team member candidates
• Leads company marketing and business development initiatives from a creative perspective
• Develops effective messaging and communications for the agency’s promotional efforts
• Explores opportunities to advance the company’s objectives with regard to client satisfaction, team development, new business development, and stature in the marketplace
• Actively and purposefully works to preserve the company culture and promote teamwide collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Arts, Design Advertising or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a fast-paced agency environment (within the life sciences is highly preferred)
• At least 10 years of creative experience and 5 years in a leadership role
• Solid knowledge of payer marketing
• Excellent working knowledge of software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, etc.
• Understanding of advertising and marketing design principles for all media forms
• Ability to plan and strategize at a senior level and operate with a high level of awareness of creative processes and techniques, including those related to digital and social media platforms, and a desire to learn and embrace new media technology
• Demonstrated experience and success in leadership of cross-functional agency teams
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration and decision-making skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Fluency in Microsoft Office applications
• Candidates must possess US work authorization
• Occasional travel may be required

Benefits

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on what matters to you – health and well-being, personal finances, professional development, and a healthy work/life balance:

• Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous amount of paid time off annually + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Health savings account option with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance coverage at 1.5x annual salary

and much more