VP, Associate Director, Editorial

Wildtype runs like no other. As the most Agile full‑service agency in healthcare, we aren’t beholden to ritual. Powered by diverse ideas, knowledge, and people, our unique creative process is a force of nature, removing obstacles between brand and growth in wild new ways.

Primary Job Responsibilities Assist in creating comprehensive copy platform for each assigned account Execute the copy component of jobs with minimal supervision Work as a team with art directors to develop conceptual approaches to meet Client objectives Demonstrate sound understanding of marketing Manage team workflow Provide strategic input into marketing/advertising initiatives Demonstrate thorough knowledge of Client's business Attend regular status meetings Attend relevant trade shows and share learning with team Demonstrate understanding of market research to create test materials and be an effective research attendee Develop positive, productive relationships with appropriate members of Client/Agency team and demonstrate leadership qualities Maintain positive relationships with internal business group departments such as Editorial and Project Management Demonstrate high level of professional craftsmanship and superior writing skills Be aware of, and familiar with, medical and scientific information that pertains to Agency brands Maintain awareness of current advertising, marketing, and other communications Demonstrate the ability to work in various forms of media Provide constructive and direct on‑going feedback and generate performance reviews for team members Manage, mentor and supervise Junior Copywriters and Copywriters Present effectively and clearly communicate creative concepts to sell Agency work to Clients Follow jobs from startup into production Reviews/edits copy within group to ensure it is accurate, on strategy and creatively excellent Routes all copy to Associate Creative Director or Creative Director for review before it goes to client Functions autonomously on a day to day basis; but involves supervisor in major decisions

Demonstrate good problem‑solving and interpersonal skills Demonstrate ability to set priorities while handling multiple projects and to delegate work appropriately Remain calm despite high pressure situations Project a professional, positive attitude toward peers and clients within the department and the agency Uphold Agency quality standards in servicing the Client Maintain accurate time sheets Foster a positive team atmosphere demonstrating respect for peers and supervisors Assist other members of department/team as needed when workload allows Foster senior level partnerships with creative/account colleagues Uphold the Company Values (the 3 E’s) in all decisions and interactions In person client travel is required Management Responsibilities Assign work to assure project deadlines are met Monitor overall workload to effect efficiency and assure that waiting or downtime is minimized Keep supervisor or department head apprised of any workload challenges/concerns on assigned team accounts that may necessitate hiring freelancers Monitor, review and approve direct report’s time sheets in terms of hours worked on specific jobs Provide constructive and direct ongoing feedback to direct reports Evaluate performance of direct reports and complete and deliver performance reviews Help supervisor manage and resolve staff issues including performance, personal presentation and internal interactions Recommend adjustments/additions to the roles and procedures of the department to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency across all accounts and/or specific accounts Help interview, train and orient new team members to the agency, department, and account(s) at the direction of department head Provide ongoing guidance to all team members and be available to them as a resource for account/agency/departmental policies, procedures, etc.

5-7 years of Copywriting experience 1-2 years of supervisory experience Agency experience including 1 year of direct-to-physician work Proficiency with word processing programs Copywriter portfolio Excellent oral communication and presentation skills

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