We’re looking for a Senior Art Director with experience across the Canadian and U.S. healthcare landscape to help shape bold, effective work for a diverse roster of health and pharmaceutical clients. This is a hands-on role for a visual storyteller who thrives on building ideas from concept to execution; crafting compelling, cross-channel communications that drive campaigns, build brands, and perform across multiple platforms and verticals. The ideal candidate brings strong conceptual thinking, a sharp design eye, a collaborative mindset, and an uncompromising passion for craft and quality.
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Lead the visual direction of campaigns across multiple channels (print, OOH, digital, social, experiential)
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Translate strategic briefs into strong, distinctive creative concepts
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Set and maintain high visual standards across all brand touchpoints
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Own art direction from concept through final production
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Partner closely with Copy, Strategy, and Account teams to shape ideas early
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Present work clearly and confidently to internal teams and clients
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Mentor and guide intermediate and junior designers/art directors
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Provide clear, constructive feedback to elevate team output
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Ensure work aligns with brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries
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Oversee photography, illustration, typography, and motion direction
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Collaborate with producers and vendors to manage timelines and deliverables
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Review and approve final assets for quality, consistency, and craft
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Stay current on design, culture, and industry trends to inform creative work
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Contribute to pitches, new business efforts, and creative sell-through
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Balance creative ambition with practical constraints (budget, timelines, platforms)
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6–10+ years of professional experience in design and art direction
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Strong portfolio demonstrating concept-driven work and high craft
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Experience leading visual execution across integrated campaigns
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Proven ability to take work from concept to final production
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Deep understanding of typography, layout, colour, and composition
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Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); Figma a strong plus
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Experience directing photography, illustration, and other visual collaborators
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Strong presentation and storytelling skills
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Ability to give and receive constructive creative feedback
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Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
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Experience mentoring junior and intermediate creatives
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Strong organizational and time-management skills
