21GRAMS- Art Director

Real Chemistry•Chicago, MA

About The Position

21GRAMS, a Real Chemistry subsidiary, is an advertising agency focused on making healthcare more human. The Art Director works with a copywriter to generate and execute creative concepts, from design through finished product. The role develops smart, single-minded ideas that are on strategy and learns to focus on the idea before execution. The Art Director maintains appropriate layout and conceptual execution through all phases of a campaign.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience, preferably in advertising or a related field.
Proficiency with word processing programs.
A portfolio demonstrating strong creative abilities.
Excellent oral communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of, background in, and/or interest in science and medicine.

Responsibilities

Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audiences.
Collaborate with the creative team across different types of media.
Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines.
Develop a range of creative executions for each project.
Collaborate effectively with a copy partner so words and images work together to support the concept.
Perform basic layouts in sketch and/or digital formats that complement the tone and style of the copy.
Maintain proper layout and conceptual execution throughout all phases of a campaign.

Benefits

Flexible paid time off.
Expanded paid leave for new parents, including the Your 4th Trimester program to help new parents transition back to work.
A five-week sabbatical program.
Income protection.
Retirement plans and 401(k) match.
Cell phone savings plans.
Generous holiday and paid time off.
Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans.
Mental wellness coaching and support.
Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning.
Free snacks at offices in key markets.