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Associate Creative Director, Copy

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New York, New York
Creative

About the Role

At Ogilvy, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations space, Borderless creativity inspiring brands and people to make lasting impact.

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Ogilvy  </strong></p>

<p>Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since Ogilvy was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently <a href="https://www.Ogilvy.com/ideas/Ogilvy-tops-warc-effective-100-creative-100-rankings-third-straight-year" target="_blank">ranks</a> as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit <a href="http://www.Ogilvy.com/" target="_blank">Ogilvy.com</a>, and follow us on <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.linkedin.com/company/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31Se_7mxpVAamp;quot; target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ogilvy__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31SccaJbNMQamp;quot; target="_blank">X</a>,<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31SfRZhifmAamp;quot; target="_blank"> Instagram</a>, and<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31ScfS6rLGgamp;quot; target="_blank"> Facebook.</a></p>

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<p><strong>About WPP</strong></p>

<p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit <u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="7f087527-f491-4cb6-a79d-3b4a67d1ec89">WPP.com</a></u>.</p></div><p><strong>Ogilvy HEALTH: WE INSPIRE PEOPLE AND BRANDS TO IMPACT THE WORLD</strong></p>

<p>Guided by this vision, Ogilvy Health, part of WPP, combines borderless creativity, scientific precision and cultural fluency to build healthcare’s most influential movements. We drive measurable impact and category-defining growth for brands ready to shape what’s next. Our approach is powered by fearless creativity that dares to be different, sparks emotional connections, and inspires action, ensuring cultural resonance. Scientific precision translates complex data into stories that resonate, while our impact-obsessed mindset focuses on delivering real-world outcomes.</p>

<p>For more information on us, visit <a href="https://ogilvyhealth.com/">OgilvyHealth.com</a>, or follow Ogilvy Health on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/Ogilvy-health-north-america/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ogilvyhealth/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OgilvyHealth">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/ogilvyhealth">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.threads.net/@ogilvyhealth">Threads</a>.</p>

<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>

<p>We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Creative Director, Copy. This role requires a proven leader with a passion for health advertising and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. The role demands an ability to lead teams rather than manage. This entails mentorship (inspiring confidence when the team is “up against it” by solving problems before they negatively impact the team or the work. It entails taking the lead when others may want to shrink in times of challenge/adversity. The “big picture” is ever-present in your day-to-day efforts but making sure the team never loses sight of the “details” is also your responsibility. At this level, it is now incumbent upon you to hold the entire team accountable (including yourself) for agency hygiene and creative excellence.</p>

<p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p>

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<li>Develop original and compelling creative concepts that are strategically sound and meet client objectives.</li>

<li>Collaborate with art directors, account managers, and strategists to develop integrated marketing campaigns.</li>

<li>Oversee the execution of creative projects, ensuring that they are on time and within budget.</li>

<li>Present creative work to clients, effectively communicating the strategic rationale and creative vision.</li>

<li>Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.</li>

<li>Participate in new business pitches, contributing to the development of winning proposals.</li>

<li>Foster a positive and collaborative team environment. Manage team workload and resource allocation.</li>

<li>Champion creative excellence and agency hygiene.</li>

<li>Proactively identify and solve problems, mitigating negative impact on the team and work.</li>

<li>Demonstrate leadership in challenging situations, inspiring confidence and providing direction.</li>

<li>Maintain a "big picture" perspective while ensuring attention to detail within the team.</li>

<li>Hold the team accountable for delivering high-quality work that meets agency standards.</li>

<li>Contribute to agency growth and development through strategic decision-making.</li>

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<p><strong>What You’ll Need</strong></p>

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<li>10 years experience in copywriting, concepting, and developing creative campaigns in the healthcare advertising industry.</li>

<li>Proven ability to lead and mentor creative teams.</li>

<li>Deep understanding of marketing principles and strategies.</li>

<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>

<li>Ability to present creative work effectively to clients.</li>

<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>

<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li>

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<p><strong>How We’ll Support You </strong></p>

<p>Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates. </p>

<p><strong> </strong></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><em>The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. </em><em>We offer a competitive benefits package, click <a href="https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome" target="_blank">here</a> for more details.</em></p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$100,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$230,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. </p>

<p>We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. </p>

<p>Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.</p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.</span></p>

<p>If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@Ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.</p></div>

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Ogilvy has been growing brands and businesses since 1948. Over the last 75 years, as the world has evolved, Ogilvy has been there. We uphold our legacy through borderless creativity —operating, innovating, and creating at the intersection of talent and capabilities. Our founder, David Ogilvy, created a culture that respected and cared about its people and its clients, and those core values remain at the heart of everything we do. They are not a rigid set of rules, but beliefs that inform how we behave, how we set expectations for our work, and how we hire. We are: Pervasively Creative, Adaptively Connected, Relentlessly Curious, Divinely Discontented, Eternal Craftspeople.

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Ogilvy is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

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