The Role
Supports senior creative leaders by developing layouts and visual concepts for print and digital projects. Applies brand guidelines, typography, color theory, composition, and user-centered design principles; incorporates revisions; prepares production-ready files; organizes creative assets; and collaborates with editorial, account, and project management teams. The role also involves building healthcare and science knowledge while maintaining deadlines and quality standards.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
Creative Department
Reports to: Art Supervisor or Sr. Art Director
In this role you will play a pivotal role in supporting the creative team by applying fundamental graphic and communication design skills while working closely under the guidance of an experienced Senior Art Director or Art Supervisor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in design—whether from an agency or non-healthcare setting—who is eager to deepen their expertise within a healthcare-focused environment.
Your responsibilities will include executing creative concepts and designs in line with the overall project vision, adhering to creative direction, and implementing feedback with accuracy and efficiency. You will be expected to proactively manage your workflow, ensure timely reviews with creative leads, and efficiently incorporate art changes based on feedback. In this role, strong collaboration and communication skills are essential. You will work closely with internal creative and account teams, ensuring that your work aligns with project objectives and is delivered on time. Professionalism, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be critical to your success. Additionally, the Associate Art Director is expected to embody our core values of commitment, integrity, and respect in all aspects of their work. This includes fostering positive relationships with colleagues and external clients while contributing to a team-oriented and creatively driven environment.
For U.S. Job Seekers, it is the policy of Calcium+Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
EOE/AA/M/D/V/F
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
Creative Department
Reports to: Art Supervisor or Sr. Art Director
Job Summary
In this role you will play a pivotal role in supporting the creative team by applying fundamental graphic and communication design skills while working closely under the guidance of an experienced Senior Art Director or Art Supervisor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in design—whether from an agency or non-healthcare setting—who is eager to deepen their expertise within a healthcare-focused environment.
Your responsibilities will include executing creative concepts and designs in line with the overall project vision, adhering to creative direction, and implementing feedback with accuracy and efficiency. You will be expected to proactively manage your workflow, ensure timely reviews with creative leads, and efficiently incorporate art changes based on feedback. In this role, strong collaboration and communication skills are essential. You will work closely with internal creative and account teams, ensuring that your work aligns with project objectives and is delivered on time. Professionalism, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be critical to your success. Additionally, the Associate Art Director is expected to embody our core values of commitment, integrity, and respect in all aspects of their work. This includes fostering positive relationships with colleagues and external clients while contributing to a team-oriented and creatively driven environment.
Key Job Responsibilities (Duties may include, but are not limited to all or some of the following)
- Demonstrate strong understanding of visual communication design principles (typography, color theory, composition, user-centered design).
- Design effective and visually compelling layouts based on brand guidelines or evolving creative direction.
- Utilize current and emerging software (InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, XD, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint); exerts adaptability and willingness to learn new tools such as AI image generation.
- Accurately applies revisions to layouts as directed by the brand team.
- Promotes strong understanding of print and digital production processes, including file setup, preparation, mechanical release, and file formats.
- Display proficient knowledge of agency and creative processes.
- Collaborate with editorial and project management 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.
Job Qualifications (Skills/Requirements)
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, advertising, or other related major.
- Ability to demonstrate relevant skillsets and education through a portfolio.
- Equivalent of 0 to 4 years of graphic design/production experience in an advertising/communications agency or corporate environment, marketing, or design studio/agency (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered); health care experience is helpful.
- A comprehensive understanding of interactive design and the fundamentals of information architecture.
- Excellent communication skills, including ability to work with a partner/team.
- Strong work ethic and desire to join the team and learn on the job.
- Proven desire to work within and continue to develop skills in the appropriate software programs.
- Goes above and beyond the job description and has the willingness to be flexible for the team, agency, and ultimately the work.
- Knowledge of motion graphics, video storyboarding and/or editing is preferred but not required.
For U.S. Job Seekers, it is the policy of Calcium+Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
EOE/AA/M/D/V/F
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.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, advertising, or a related field
- Portfolio demonstrating relevant design skills and education
- 0 to 4 years of graphic design or production experience in an agency, corporate, marketing, or design studio environment
- Understanding of interactive design and information architecture fundamentals
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn on the job
- Ability and willingness to develop proficiency with relevant design software
- Flexibility and willingness to support team and agency needs
- Healthcare experience
- Knowledge of motion graphics, video storyboarding, or video editing
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The Company
What We Do
Calcium+Company is an award-winning health communications group dedicated to nourishing companies and brands across their full lifecycle. To collaborate with a broad array of diverse clients and deliver innovative solutions, we’re organized around specialty divisions that include Calcium (healthcare marketing), Vitamin MD (medical communications), PRotein (public relations), Amino (oncology marketing), and Cobalt (commercial planning and market access). Our integrated strategy group, which combines brand, medical, and engagement strategy into one solution, works across Calcium+Company to deliver strategy grounded in behavioral science and data analytics. We are proud of our work but equally proud of our culture and were recently ranked one of MM+M’s 2024 Best Places to Work. Calcium+Company is led by CEO Judy Capano and Group President Greg Lewis. #nourishmentforlife
