Senior Art Director, Medical Communications

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About the role

  • Senior Art Director responsible for innovative design concepts and team mentorship in medical communications. Collaborating across departments to meet diverse client needs in Toronto office.

Responsibilities

  • Develop smart and strategic creative that is on-brand and response-oriented
  • Apply and uphold brand identity systems on new and existing projects for numerous clients
  • Execute designs and develop interactive concepts/projects based on wireframes, copy decks and supplied direction with minimum oversight
  • Able to produce accurate poster or print layouts and review the work from Designers
  • Able to stand in for the Creative Director during any absence
  • Capable of presenting to clients and selling through creative concepts/ideas
  • Collaborate internally with multiple teams to manage and produce deliverables that meet client needs and expectations
  • Support team professionally and set an example of our design standards and industry best practices
  • Manage and mentor a team of designers
  • Clearly articulate ideas and communicate visual style and conceptual direction
  • Provide reasoning behind design decisions
  • Prepare thoughtful critiques and constructive feedback as necessary
  • Maintain proficiency in all aspects of production to be able to see projects through completion from start to finish
  • Stay current on interactive, design trends and emerging technologies with a hunger to innovate
  • Share knowledge and ideas with the team
  • Identify and suggest solutions for resolving technical, creative and workload issues
  • Provide accurate estimates to Client Engagement on behalf of team members
  • Ensure work always meets deadlines, budget, and quality expectations

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Design or related studies
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in a design, print studio, or marketing agency
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • A strong portfolio that exhibits conceptual thinking (both visual and interactive), exceptional typography skills and an excellent understanding of design principles
  • Strong knowledge of both digital (including mobile) and print production processes experience
  • Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure while meeting tight deadlines
  • Strong understanding of our client’s brand guidelines and the ability to create innovative visual solutions
  • An understanding of and passion for the life sciences industry
  • Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with an enthusiasm for pixel-perfect work
  • Ability to prioritize assignments based on the needs of the business
  • Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, internal and external stakeholders
  • High degree of motivation undaunted by rewarding hard work
  • Ability to deliver within deadlines with a strong follow-through on projects and duties
  • Proficiency in Mac OS working environment, with broad knowledge of Adobe CC and Figma.

Benefits

  • Diversity, equity and inclusion valued
  • Equal opportunity provided
  • Flexible work arrangements

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

CA$90,000 - CA$110,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridTorontoCanada

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