Associate Art Director

Calcium+Company•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Associate Art Director supports the creative team by applying graphic and communication design skills under the guidance of an Art Supervisor or Senior Art Director. The role is suited to someone with a design background who wants to develop expertise in a healthcare-focused environment. The Associate Art Director executes creative concepts and designs in alignment with project vision and creative direction, incorporates feedback accurately and efficiently, and proactively manages workflow to ensure timely reviews. The role works closely with internal creative, account, editorial, and project management teams to deliver work on time and in line with project objectives. Professionalism, attention to detail, collaboration, communication, and proactive problem-solving are important. The position is expected to reflect the company’s values of commitment, integrity, and respect while fostering positive relationships with colleagues and external clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, advertising, or another related major.
Portfolio demonstrating relevant skills and education.
Equivalent of 0 to 4 years of graphic design or production experience in an advertising/communications agency or corporate environment, marketing, or a design studio/agency; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Comprehensive understanding of interactive design and the fundamentals of information architecture.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a partner or team.
Strong work ethic and desire to join the team and learn on the job.
Desire to work within and continue developing skills in appropriate software programs.
Willingness to be flexible for the team, agency, and work.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience is helpful.
Knowledge of motion graphics, video storyboarding, and/or editing.

Responsibilities

Apply visual communication design principles, including typography, color theory, composition, and user-centered design.
Design effective, visually compelling layouts based on brand guidelines or evolving creative direction.
Use current and emerging software, and adapt to new tools such as AI image generation.
Apply layout revisions accurately as directed by the brand team.
Support print and digital production processes, including file setup, preparation, mechanical release, and file formats.
Work within agency and creative processes.
Collaborate with editorial and project management teams to meet deadlines.
Develop brand expertise and a foundational understanding of relevant science.
Learn and follow documentation and information maintenance protocols.
Organize and maintain source files, assets, layouts, and mechanicals on the Calcium+Company server.
Manage workflow proactively, obtain timely reviews from creative leads, and incorporate feedback efficiently.
Collaborate with internal creative and account teams to ensure work aligns with project objectives and is delivered on time.