As an Associate Creative Director within CoLab, you’ll serve as a brand master and team champion—playing a pivotal role in driving creative excellence, team leadership, and strategic execution. You’ll guide concept development, mentor talent, and ensure high-quality delivery across projects. You’ll be the creative voice for assigned brands, translating strategy into compelling campaigns while fostering a team culture rooted in inclusivity, psychological safety, and shared purpose.
Responsibilities:
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Lead creative development, balancing hands-on copywriting with team oversight, aided by AI tools
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Translate strategic insights into brand-aligned concepts and campaigns
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Manage creative teams, assign work, and ensure timely, high-quality execution
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Build strong client relationships and represent the creative voice across assigned brands
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Mentor junior writers and contribute to team growth and performance
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Guide teams in developing strategically aligned, high-impact creative
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Steer creative direction with a clear vision for execution
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Own projects from start to finish, managing multiple books of business and overseeing team assignments
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Lead career conversations and performance management for direct reports
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Ensure team members are aligned with developmental goals and agency standards
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Collaborate with account and strategy teams to strengthen client relationships
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Guide team communication and ensure clarity across all project phases
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Ensure projects are staffed appropriately and find opportunities to expand creative scope
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Lead by example in upholding things we value and promoting inclusivity
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Coach others in emotional awareness, balancing empathy with accountability
Inspire and motivate teams around a clear creative purpose -
Lead concept development and execution across projects with clarity and confidence
Qualifications:
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10+ years of experience in a creative copy role, within healthcare or regulated industries
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Proven ability to lead concept development and manage creative teams
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Strong storytelling, strategic thinking, AI and presentation skills
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Experience mentoring talent and managing performance
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Excellent collaboration and communication skills across disciplines
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Passionate about inspiring teams and driving creative excellence
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Ability to build client relationships and represent creative vision
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Commitment to creative excellence, team development, and inclusivity principles
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Demonstrated leadership presence and ability to foster a positive, resilient team culture
