Copy Supervisor

At DDB Health, we believe health can’t wait. The pace of healthcare is accelerating—and we love it. That is why at DDB Health, we DARE TO DO BOLDLY. We believe there’s nothing more important than health, and we need to stay a step ahead in order to achieve it. Our agency of courageous, curious, generous and gritty people are committed to solving the toughest health challenges. Through our omnichannel creative approach, we inspire our customers to take bold action that advances health.  

Inclusivity: 
We, at DDB Health, are an inclusive home. We believe that every voice matters, and we aim to reflect the world around us. Together, we can boldly tackle every health communication challenge with diverse thought and enhanced perspective. 

Flexibility: 
Through these challenging times and beyond, we aim to offer our employees a flexible working environment. We strive to be our boldest and best no matter where we are each doing our work. Our SoHo, NY office is open for those who choose to use it and we are open virtually for those who don’t. For us it’s not where we do our work, but how we do our work. 

Title: Copy Supervisor 

Department/Discipline: Copy 

Location: New York, NY  

Responsibilities: 

• Writes and supervises solid, intelligent, brand-appropriate, creative pieces in a variety of communication forms (eg, sales aid, direct mail) for a variety of audiences (eg, healthcare professionals, patients, consumers) 

• Supervises all copy in all communications related to their brand(s) 

• Gives strong, clear direction to writers 

• Exhibits strong creative ability, as shown in ads/other forms of communication, created in partnership with an art director 

• Has an ability to understand and process healthcare information 

• Thoroughly understands their assigned brand(s)—indication, therapeutic implications, competition—and regularly researches trends in the appropriate area(s) 

• Contributes strategically to the long-term vision of the brand, internally and with client 

• Works well independently while always making sure that all creative work they write or supervises is approved by supervisor/CD 

• Submits copy/concepts to supervisor and AE in a timely fashion, with enough time for revisions before copy goes to client 

• Leads teammates; maintains a strong relationship with Editorial, Art, and Account Services and follows DDB Health procedures 

• Presents points of view articulately and persuasively within DDB health and with client 

• Is the “brand champion.” Makes contributions to the success of their brand(s) that the client sees as meaningful and proactive. Enhances client’s confidence in DDB Health 

• Identifies opportunities to generate work with clients beyond already-contracted activity. Actively pursues these opportunities 

• Exemplifies the values of DDB Health and contributes to the overall culture of the agency 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• Portfolio that demonstrates strong conceptual abilities and writing skills. 

Previous work experience as a writer in advertising 

• Team Oriented 

• Presentation Skills 

• Management Skills 

• Pharma/Healthcare Exp 

The range below represents the low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of an Omnicom Health Group company in the United States. Salaries will vary based on various factors including but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. 

• Salary range here - $101,500 - $129,000