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VP, Associate Creative Director, Copy

Fifth Element
York, NY Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/12/2026

The VP, Associate Creative Director, Copy leads creative across multiple brands and teams, helping shape work that is strategically smart, creatively bold, and effective. As a senior creative leader, you'll partner with strategy, account, and creative leadership to deliver outstanding work, mentor teams, build strong client relationships, and help grow the agency.

Responsibilities
  • Lead creative across multiple brands and integrated campaigns.
  • Partner with creative leadership to develop big ideas and elevate the quality of the work.
  • Write and oversee copy across digital, social, video, print, CRM, and omnichannel campaigns.
  • Mentor and develop copywriters and creative teams.
  • Build trusted relationships with clients and confidently present creative work.
  • Partner with strategy, account, and project management to ensure work is delivered on strategy, on time, and on budget.
  • Help grow the business by supporting new business pitches and agency initiatives.
  • Champion creative excellence while fostering a collaborative, positive team culture.
  • 10 years of advertising experience, with healthcare or pharmaceutical agency experience.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing integrated campaign work across multiple channels.
  • Experience leading creative teams and mentoring writers.
  • Excellent presentation skills and experience building strong client relationships.
  • Ability to simplify complex science into engaging, meaningful stories.
  • Knowledge of HCP and patient audiences, with understanding of FDA requirements for pharmaceutical advertising.
  • Knowledge across therapeutic areas.
  • Experience managing creative work to brief, timeline, and budget.
  • Experience partnering closely with strategy and account teams.
  • Knowledge of rare disease marketing is a plus.

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