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Associate Creative Director, Copy (Pharma Ad Agency Experience Required)

EVERSANA eversana.com Open · verified Sep 24, 2026
Remote Chicago Full-time Director Creative

At a glance

Leadership Creative role at EVERSANA. Remote · full-time · $122,570–$176,000 base.

SalaryStated by EVERSANA
$122,570 – $176,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from EVERSANAOur estimate for the market: $133,750–$149,285Median $149,285
In line with the market median of $149,285 for lead creative roles in Chicago, compared against the Chicago market.
Worked out from 5 postings that stated pay, median $149,285. Last updated Sep 5, 2026.
RoleCreative
SeniorityDirector
LocationChicago
WorkplaceRemote
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$122,570–$176,000
PostedSep 4, 2026 · 2w ago
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Lead copy and concept development across projects with different scopes and levels of complexity
  • Own the brand voice while shaping narratives for internal and external audiences
  • Work with your art partner, creative leadership, and cross-functional teams to deliver effective work
  • Present ideas to clients, strengthen relationships, and help win new business
  • Coach the copy team through feedback, mentorship, and career development

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent education paired with relevant professional experience
  • At least eight years in marketing, advertising, or a related writing field
  • Experience creating work for both healthcare professionals and direct-to-consumer audiences
  • Background in pharmaceutical advertising agency work and strong copywriting and concepting skills

Who this fits

You’ll suit a senior creative role that combines hands-on writing, team leadership, client presentations, and mentorship. The work supports life sciences brands and values patient-focused, inclusive collaboration. The role is remote from Chicago and is available only in select U.S. locations.

From the employer

EVERSANA INTOUCH® is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first – and only – agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA®. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients.

We get fired up when people talk about getting—and staying—healthy. That’s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one’s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need.

We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. 

WHAT DOES AN ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR, COPY DO?

We are seeking a talented and visionary Associate Creative Director, Copy , to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in copywriting and concepting, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for storytelling. As an Associate Creative Director, Copy, you will work closely with your art partner, the Creative Director, and other team members to develop and execute compelling creative while serving as the owner of the brand voice and narrative for both internal and external teams.

  • The ACD of Copy is an active contributor to and leader of the creative team, taking full responsibility of the work and owning concept and copy development on various projects across the portfolio ranging in complexity and scope.

  • The ACD of Copy has a proven ability to multitask and delegate as appropriate to ensure seamless management of projects of varying types, while still contributing to idea generation that moves the needles for their brands.

  • This individual is a direct liaison between senior creative and cross-functional team members, focused on consistently delivering work that answers stratetic, business, and creative expectations while collaborating seamlessly.

  • Possesses advanced presentation skills and is often called upon to sell work externally and foster strong client relationships.

  • Responsible for providing career-building guidance, mentorship, and support to the full copy team to promote growth and development.

  • Responsible for particcipating in new business as a conceptor and writer of pitch-winning ideas.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

  • All other duties as assigned.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education plus professional experience required

  • At least 8 years of writing experience in marketing, advertising or a related field

  • Experience writing for both HCP and DTC audiences; rare disease experience is a plus

  • AOR experience is preferred

OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:

Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.

Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.

Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.

Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.

Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.

Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.

Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.

Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.

Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.

EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). This role is eligible for hire in select U.S. locations based on business and operational considerations. For a full list of locations, visit eversana.com/careers. More information about EVERSANA’s benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.

From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at applicantsupport@eversana.com.

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