VP, Group Copy Supervisor

Adelphi Group•New York, NY

2d•$150,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is exclusively with Wildtype, a sister agency of Remedy Edge within Omnicom Health. The position may appear under Remedy Edge for application purposes. Wildtype describes itself as an agile, full-service healthcare agency with a creative process intended to remove obstacles between brands and growth. The VP, Group Copy Supervisor writes and supervises brand-appropriate creative work across communication formats and audiences, and oversees copy for assigned brands. The role provides direction to writers, partners with art directors, and contributes to brand strategy and client relationships. It also leads teammates, collaborates with Editorial, Art, and Account Services, and identifies opportunities to expand client work. Omnicom's stated policy, to the extent permitted by local law, requires employees to work in the office at least three days per week unless the agency or manager directs additional in-office days.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual abilities and writing skills.
Previous work experience as a writer in advertising.
Team-oriented approach.
Presentation skills.
Management skills.
At least 7 years of pharmaceutical or healthcare experience.
Experience with healthcare professional and patient audiences.

Responsibilities

Write and supervise intelligent, brand-appropriate creative work across communication formats, such as sales aids and direct mail, for audiences including healthcare professionals, patients, and consumers.
Supervise all copy in communications related to assigned brands.
Give clear direction to writers.
Demonstrate creative ability in advertising and other communications developed in partnership with an art director.
Understand and process healthcare information.
Understand assigned brands, including their indications, therapeutic implications, and competition, and regularly research relevant trends.
Contribute to the long-term vision of brands, internally and with clients.
Work independently while ensuring written or supervised creative work is approved by a supervisor or creative director.
Submit copy and concepts to the supervisor and account executive in a timely manner, allowing time for revisions before client review.
Lead teammates, maintain strong relationships with Editorial, Art, and Account Services, and follow P&P procedures.
Present points of view articulately and persuasively within P&P and to clients.
Act as a brand champion by making meaningful, proactive contributions that build client confidence in P&P.
Identify and actively pursue opportunities to generate work beyond already-contracted client activity.
Exemplify P&P values and contribute to the agency's culture.