Associate Creative Director, Art
Fifth Element· Art Direction
About this role
This role is for someone who loves big ideas, strong craft, and helping teams do their best work. The ACD, Art is both a hands-on creative and a creative leader—someone who can jump into the work, guide the vision, and help shape where the brand goes next.
You’ll partner closely with copy leads, strategy and account to turn complex healthcare stories into smart, memorable brand experiences. You’ll help teams crack concepts, refine ideas, and make sure the final work is just as strong as the thinking behind it.
Responsibilities
- Partner with copy and strategy to lead concept development and shape campaign ideas from the start.
- Guide the visual direction of brands and campaigns across digital, social, video, print, and emerging media.
- Lead and mentor art directors and designers, helping them grow their thinking and craft.
- Jump into the work when needed—sketching, designing, or helping push ideas further.
- Collaborate closely with account and project management to keep work moving, on brief, and on budget.
- Present creative to clients and help them see the thinking behind the work.
- Make sure everything that leaves the building looks sharp, feels on-brand, and delivers on the strategy.
- Help teams navigate the realities of a fast-paced agency while keeping the creative energy high.
- Build a deeper understanding of the science, therapeutic areas, and disease states behind the work.
- Play an active role in shaping the creative culture and raising the bar for the agency.
- 8–10+ years of experience in Advertising
- Healthcare or pharma agency experience preferred
- Someone who’s comfortable leading ideas, guiding teams, and talking to clients
- Strong design instincts and attention to detail
- Clear communicator, collaborative partner, and problem-solver
- Curiosity about science, healthcare, and the people the work ultimately helps
Pay Range- $160,000-$175,000
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Associate Creative Director, Art role at Fifth Element?
The listed salary for this Associate Creative Director, Art position at Fifth Element is USD 160K–175K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Associate Creative Director, Art position at Fifth Element located?
This Associate Creative Director, Art role at Fifth Element is based in New York, New York, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Associate Creative Director, Art role at Fifth Element full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Associate Creative Director, Art role in the Art Direction department at Fifth Element.
Which team or department does the Associate Creative Director, Art at Fifth Element belong to?
This Associate Creative Director, Art position is part of the Art Direction department at Fifth Element. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Associate Creative Director, Art position at Fifth Element?
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When was the Associate Creative Director, Art job at Fifth Element posted?
This Associate Creative Director, Art position at Fifth Element was posted on Jun 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Associate Creative Director, Art
Fifth Element · 💰 USD 160K–175K
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