Creative Director
Blue Matter is a growing global management consultancy specializing in biopharmaceutical strategy and execution, with deep expertise in specialty therapeutics, particularly oncology and rare diseases, helping clients achieve commercial success across the lifecycle of their products, portfolios, and organizations. ThroughSalt Access, our in-house creative agency, we turn strategy into compelling multichannel marketing, design, and communications, with a focus on market access and value and access messaging. Blue Matter, together with Salt Access, fosters an entrepreneurial culture and is committed to being one of the best places to work
We have a unique entrepreneurial culture and invest in building Blue Matter to be one of the best places to work. We have a strong global presence with offices in the US (San Francisco, New York, and Boston), Europe (London, Zurich, and Netherlands), and India.
As a Creative Director at our fast-growing market access agency, youll lead the charge in shaping the creative vision and execution of work across our pharmaceutical and life sciences client base. Youll lead a small, high-performing team in crafting smart, compelling, and compliant creative concepts and tools that drive impact in a regulated environment. This role bridges high-level vision with day-to-day executionbalancing hands-on design and concept development with creative leadership and team mentorship.
You will help define and uphold the creative standards for the agency, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners and clients, and play a pivotal role in defining the creative strategy, visual identity, and voice of the agency itself. If youre someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys wearing many hats, and cares deeply about both the craft and the business, this is the opportunity to help shape a growing agency from the inside out.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead, inspire, and mentor the creative teamguiding concept development, execution, and refinement across a range of digital and print deliverables for an array of pharmaceutical clients
Collaborate with Agency leadership to define and execute the long-term creative vision, personality, and identity of the agency
Own the agencys evolving creative vision and standards, ensuring every output meets high-quality expectations and client needs
Work hands-on in developing creative concepts, producing and reviewing design work, and providing strategic, visual, and verbal direction
Actively participate in brainstorming sessions, provide feedback on in-progress work, and collaborate with team members to shape and evolve ideas
Serve as the creative lead for specific client accountsmaintaining strong relationships, aligning work with brand and business objectives, and supporting regulatory requirements (e.g., MLR, ISI, fair balance)
Champion creative excellence across the agency, balancing originality, impact, and compliance
Work closely with operations, project, and account teams to manage resourcing, team capacity, timelines, and project budgets
Support business development by contributing to pitch decks, presenting creative thinking in selling situations, and helping grow client relationships
Play an active role in team growthvetting new hires, identifying emerging needs and opportunities for new capabilities, and helping to shape core service offerings as the agency scales
Desired Experience and Skills
Demonstrated ability to lead creative strategy, ideation, and execution across multiple channelsdigital, print, presentations, banners, social, and more
Prior experience working in the market access space is crucial, background in oncology, rare disease, or other specialty pharma spaces is a plus
Hands-on proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, PowerPoint, and other relevant tools
Exceptional visual design skills and the ability to give clear, constructive feedback to creative teams
Strong track record of mentoring creative teams and fostering professional growth
Skilled in building relationships with clients, internal teams, and external partners
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Experience supporting new business pitches, presenting and selling creative ideas to clients, and contributing to the growth of an agency or business unit
Comfortable shifting between high-level thinking and hands-on design, as needed, in a collaborative organizational environment that values flexibility and accountability
Familiarity with pharmaceutical marketing and regulatory constraints (MLR, ISI, fair balance, referencing)
A strong understanding of brand strategy and its role in creative execution
Preferred Qualifications
8+ years of experience in creative roles, including at least 3 years in a senior or leadership capacity (prior agency and pharma experience strongly preferred)
Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking, brand development, and multichannel execution (digital, print, presentations, banners, emails, etc.)
Experience building or leading teams in a startup or growing small agency environment
Experience managing freelancers or vendors
Familiarity with the market access space including key access trends and terminology
Compensation: Base salary range: $125,000 - $200,000 depending on experience. Generous incentive compensation structure.
Benefits Package:
401k - generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resources
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage options effective day 1 of employment
Flexible spending account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company paid insurances including Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance as well as additional voluntary options
Paid parental leave for all new parents
Health & Wellness Benefit (e.g., gym memberships; $1000 reimbursement annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, floating and company holidays
Blue Matter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, age (40 and over), sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), national origin, disability, marital status, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Creative Director
Blue Matter is a growing global management consultancy specializing in biopharmaceutical strategy and execution, with deep expertise in specialty therapeutics, particularly oncology and rare diseases, helping clients achieve commercial success across the lifecycle of their products, portfolios, and organizations. ThroughSalt Access, our in-house creative agency, we turn strategy into compelling multichannel marketing, design, and communications, with a focus on market access and value and access messaging. Blue Matter, together with Salt Access, fosters an entrepreneurial culture and is committed to being one of the best places to work
We have a unique entrepreneurial culture and invest in building Blue Matter to be one of the best places to work. We have a strong global presence with offices in the US (San Francisco, New York, and Boston), Europe (London, Zurich, and Netherlands), and India.
As a Creative Director at our fast-growing market access agency, youll lead the charge in shaping the creative vision and execution of work across our pharmaceutical and life sciences client base. Youll lead a small, high-performing team in crafting smart, compelling, and compliant creative concepts and tools that drive impact in a regulated environment. This role bridges high-level vision with day-to-day executionbalancing hands-on design and concept development with creative leadership and team mentorship.
You will help define and uphold the creative standards for the agency, collaborate closely with cross-functional partners and clients, and play a pivotal role in defining the creative strategy, visual identity, and voice of the agency itself. If youre someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys wearing many hats, and cares deeply about both the craft and the business, this is the opportunity to help shape a growing agency from the inside out.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead, inspire, and mentor the creative teamguiding concept development, execution, and refinement across a range of digital and print deliverables for an array of pharmaceutical clients
Collaborate with Agency leadership to define and execute the long-term creative vision, personality, and identity of the agency
Own the agencys evolving creative vision and standards, ensuring every output meets high-quality expectations and client needs
Work hands-on in developing creative concepts, producing and reviewing design work, and providing strategic, visual, and verbal direction
Actively participate in brainstorming sessions, provide feedback on in-progress work, and collaborate with team members to shape and evolve ideas
Serve as the creative lead for specific client accountsmaintaining strong relationships, aligning work with brand and business objectives, and supporting regulatory requirements (e.g., MLR, ISI, fair balance)
Champion creative excellence across the agency, balancing originality, impact, and compliance
Work closely with operations, project, and account teams to manage resourcing, team capacity, timelines, and project budgets
Support business development by contributing to pitch decks, presenting creative thinking in selling situations, and helping grow client relationships
Play an active role in team growthvetting new hires, identifying emerging needs and opportunities for new capabilities, and helping to shape core service offerings as the agency scales
Desired Experience and Skills
Demonstrated ability to lead creative strategy, ideation, and execution across multiple channelsdigital, print, presentations, banners, social, and more
Prior experience working in the market access space is crucial, background in oncology, rare disease, or other specialty pharma spaces is a plus
Hands-on proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, PowerPoint, and other relevant tools
Exceptional visual design skills and the ability to give clear, constructive feedback to creative teams
Strong track record of mentoring creative teams and fostering professional growth
Skilled in building relationships with clients, internal teams, and external partners
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Experience supporting new business pitches, presenting and selling creative ideas to clients, and contributing to the growth of an agency or business unit
Comfortable shifting between high-level thinking and hands-on design, as needed, in a collaborative organizational environment that values flexibility and accountability
Familiarity with pharmaceutical marketing and regulatory constraints (MLR, ISI, fair balance, referencing)
A strong understanding of brand strategy and its role in creative execution
Preferred Qualifications
8+ years of experience in creative roles, including at least 3 years in a senior or leadership capacity (prior agency and pharma experience strongly preferred)
Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking, brand development, and multichannel execution (digital, print, presentations, banners, emails, etc.)
Experience building or leading teams in a startup or growing small agency environment
Experience managing freelancers or vendors
Familiarity with the market access space including key access trends and terminology
Compensation: Base salary range: $125,000 - $200,000 depending on experience. Generous incentive compensation structure.
Benefits Package:
401k - generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resources
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage options effective day 1 of employment
Flexible spending account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company paid insurances including Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance as well as additional voluntary options
Paid parental leave for all new parents
Health & Wellness Benefit (e.g., gym memberships; $1000 reimbursement annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, floating and company holidays
Blue Matter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, age (40 and over), sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), national origin, disability, marital status, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.