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About the Role

VML Health is seeking an Associate Creative Director, Art - Freelance for a hybrid/remote role. This visual storyteller will collaborate with copywriters and strategists to create impactful digital, social, and traditional concepts for a large Pharma Brand, enhancing connected consumer experiences across all touchpoints. The team aims to translate ideas into finished ads that meet client business objectives and push creative boundaries.

Responsibilities

Provide creative leadership, vision, and inspiration to creative staff.
Own assigned projects, managing all aspects including team, creative work, budget, and presentations.
Ensure quality and accuracy of all creative products in collaboration with Creative Directors.
Make recommendations to improve process and product deliverables.
Conceptualize, plan, produce, refine, and lead a diverse range of creative ideas and concepts.
Perform hands-on Art/Design duties.
Present creative rationale during internal and client presentations.
Drive the creative solution and offer proactive concepts.
Communicate with client service and delivery leads regarding business scopes, financials, schedules, and planning.
Collaborate with creative leaders on all creative deliverables and progress towards launch.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus seven or more years of copy experience in an advertising, marketing, or experiential, creative agency environment.
Pharma experience in a large advertising agency is required.
Experience within the DTC and/or HCP sphere is especially relevant.
Knowledge of CX/XD based campaigns will be extremely helpful.
Advanced competencies in Microsoft Office, Internet environments, and industry-standard software programs.
Understanding of both the art and copy side and the ability to evaluate both.
Experience in and ability to evaluate all mediums to develop fully integrated marketing campaigns.
Strong portfolio of work demonstrating strategic, conceptual, and creative thinking.
Experience with Websites, print materials, patient starter kits, patient ambassador shoots/storyboarding, CVAs is a must.
Proven ability to lead the development of conceptual work from initial brief through to client presentation and execution.
An outstanding portfolio demonstrating visionary art direction, impeccable clean design principles, sophisticated typography, layout, photography/video direction, and mastery of design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.).
Proven expertise in leading the development and execution of highly effective, innovative social media strategies and content across diverse, evolving platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, and consistently meet challenging deadlines without compromising quality.

Skills

Art Direction
Design Principles
Typography
Layout
Photography Direction
Video Direction
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Social Media Strategy
Content Creation
Digital Marketing
Conceptual Thinking
Creative Leadership
Client Presentations
Project Management
Budget Management
Microsoft Office
Internet Environments

Location

North America
Hybrid
Remote

Work Type

Freelance
Hybrid
Remote

Experience Level

Associate Creative Director
Seven or more years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree

Salary/Compensations

$90 - $120 USD per hour

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

About the Company

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth.
VML is celebrated for its innovative and award-winning human-first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's.
In 2026, VML was named Campaign’s Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions.
VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.
VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands.
Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.
VML is a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world.
Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration.
With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology.
We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward.
Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond.
Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
VML is a WPP.

Equal Opportunity

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics.
We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.