Associate Creative Director, Design (Healthcare)

FWD People•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

FWD People is a full-service strategic marketing agency delivering meaningful and measurable results in the health and non-profit sectors. We take pride in being our clients' trusted strategic partner — staying ahead of the curve, and leveraging our expertise and foresight to help them navigate change and seize opportunities. We approach every challenge with a commitment to innovation, excellence, and empathy and we seek the same qualities in our leaders. As a fast-growing, senior team, we're excited to welcome more forward-thinking individuals who will help us drive growth, foster positive change within our client's industries, and have fun along the way. As Associate Creative Director, Design, you'll lead design thinking and execution across accounts while remaining deeply connected to the craft. You partner with Creative Directors to translate strategy into visually compelling systems and campaigns while mentoring designers and guiding work day to day. This role is ideal for a senior designer ready to step into broader creative leadership responsibilities.

Requirements

8–10+ years of design experience within a creative or marketing agency.
Strong portfolio demonstrating system thinking and campaign work.
Experience managing and mentoring designers.
Excellent visual taste and attention to detail.
Comfort working across digital and print.
Healthcare, nonprofit, or regulated category experience a plus.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design tools.
Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotech sectors.
Familiarity with brand system development and design guidelines.
Experience with digital design platforms (Figma, Sketch) and web design principles.
Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.
Motion graphics or animation skills.
Portfolio demonstrating award-winning work or industry recognition.

Responsibilities

Lead visual design across brand systems, campaigns, and experiences.
Translate strategic briefs into strong, concept-driven design solutions.
Manage and mentor designers and Design Supervisors.
Review and elevate design work to ensure quality, consistency, and brand alignment.
Collaborate closely with Copy, Strategy, and Account teams.
Participate in client presentations and creative reviews.
Navigate feedback cycles while protecting creative integrity.
Support new business pitches and agency initiatives.

Benefits

25 days off per year +16 paid holidays
matching 401(k)
medical, dental & vision
paid maternity & paternity leave
home office setup
yearly team retreats
comprehensive professional development program including executive coaching and a yearly professional development stipend

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