About you

A hungry, strategic, creative, collaborative digital expert who wants to make a difference on the accounts you work on and the agency you join. You have an outlook that is:

• Team oriented “we” over “I”
• Positive and inspirational
• Energized and charismatic
• Humble and inquisitive
• Agile and adaptable

About us

A fast-growing, small agency with big reach. We have a simple but powerful belief: every patient, disease and therapy is different – therefore every message, stakeholder, and challenge needs to be approached in a unique way. We are made up of:

• Conversation-starters
• Storytellers
• Strategist
• Digital natives
• PhD-level scientists
• Writers
• Designers
• Builders

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic associate eager to support two of our long-standing pharmaceutical accounts. This role will be responsible for supporting day-to-day account needs, working closely with a cross-functional team of experts from across the broader IPG network. The ideal candidate possesses a strong interest in healthcare, including science communications, is curious and excited to experiment and explore new ideas/new channels, is proactive, resourceful, has an entrepreneurial spirit, and enjoys writing. 

• Equal parts management and execution of integrated marketing campaigns
• Can come up with a content outline, but also develop a interesting infographic
• Knows how to develop workback plans and execute a material from ideation through client review processes
• Assist with project coordination and timeline management of core projects
• Develop creative and digital media briefs
• Conduct research and audits for clients and new business
• Support metrics and results reporting to measure success

• Support client review process management (e.g., Veeva submissions, referencing, uploads)
• Support day-to-day training and oversight of junior team members to deliver great client work

The requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• 1-2 years of agency experience
• Understanding of communications in a regulated space
• Understanding or eagerness to learn how to work in integrated agency teams (Earned Media, Social, Partnerships, Creative)
• Can promote a culture of collaboration and teamwork across organizational functions
• Can handle multiple deliverables at once
• Outstanding communications skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Focused on problem solving

dna – the details (this is the section where we humble brag)

dna has won two Cannes Bronze Lions awards in the past four years and 15 awards for creative execution in the past two years, including a Global Sabre as one of the best 5 campaigns executed worldwide. It’s not by accident. We have a team focused on finding a spark for all that we do, from ideation sessions to weekly creative power hours. And we host an annual Creativity Day centered around an off-site activity, like a trip to the museum or an improv class, all designed to excite an inspire.

dna prides itself on delivering a difference making employee experience. We invest in our team and put culture front and center through a variety of programs, policies and events. It’s all about growth and opportunity. If you are looking for a company where you will have the chance to contribute, grow and set a career path that meets your interests and delivers on your ambitions, dna is an ideal employer.

We are small meets big – giving our clients and employees the benefits of both. As a global agency, we have staff in 10 markets on four continents. Yet, our close-knit agency environment will ensure that you will have ample opportunity for visibility with senior management who will make a personal investment in your career. And, as part of a large global IPG network with seamless integration with our sister agencies, such as Weber Shandwick and large advertising agencies, you’ll have access to world class resources and endless exposure to the most cutting-edge marketing approaches. If you are ambitious, energetic and excited to have a voice in shaping an agency and the future of healthcare communications, we hope you’ll join us. We’re an agency whose fast pace of growth and influence, is matched only by the advancement opportunities we offer our employees. dna – As Different as you.

The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k (with employer match)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Juice Money - $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
• MyDays – Flexible holiday schedules
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Employee Family Leave
• Family Building Benefit

NYC Salary range: $55,000 - $60,000

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.