Associate Creative Director, Copy at Kick

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Healthcare, PharmaceuticalIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum two years of experience as an Associate Creative Director, Copy within a mid- to large-sized agency
  • Demonstrated experience leading creative teams and delivering integrated work
  • Strong background in copywriting with deep oncology or broader pharmaceutical experience
  • Ability to evaluate creative work within the context of market trends, competitive dynamics, and clinical insights
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and client-facing presentation skills
  • Comfort and enthusiasm for using AI tools to support workflow and ideation
  • Experience guiding large, multi-brand teams or new business initiatives (Desired)
  • Knowledge of current oncology treatment landscapes and physician/patient communication needs (Desired)
  • Ability to simplify abstract or highly scientific concepts into user-friendly creative approaches (Desired)
  • Experience managing direct reports, setting goals, and providing structured feedback (Desired)
  • Familiarity with financial and timeline management across creative projects (Desired)
  • Interest in expanding craft expertise and learning across disciplines (Desired)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of strategic, scientifically sound concepts and copy across oncology brands and campaigns
  • Translate complex clinical information into accessible, accurate messaging aligned to brand strategy and audience needs
  • Guide and mentor copywriters and art partners, providing clear direction, feedback, and opportunities for growth
  • Collaborate with Creative Directors, Strategy, Accounts, and Science & Medicine to refine ideas and present compelling work to clients
  • Oversee creative deliverables from concept through production, ensuring quality, accuracy, and strong partnership across teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CopywritingCreative DirectionConcept DevelopmentOncologyScientific MessagingBrand StrategyMentorshipStorytellingCampaign Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position.

What experience is required for the Associate Creative Director, Copy role?

Candidates need a minimum of two years as an Associate Creative Director, Copy in a mid- to large-sized agency, demonstrated experience leading creative teams on integrated work, and a strong background in copywriting with deep oncology or pharmaceutical experience.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Essential skills include the ability to evaluate creative work using market trends, competitive dynamics, and clinical insights, strong communication, collaboration, and client-facing presentation skills, plus comfort using AI tools for workflow and ideation.

What is the company culture like at Klick?

Klick fosters a high-performance, people-first culture emphasizing creativity, collaboration, innovation, and impact, and has been recognized as a Best Managed Company, Most Admired Corporate Culture, and Great Place to Work.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate has at least two years as an Associate Creative Director, Copy in a mid- to large-sized agency, experience leading teams on integrated oncology or pharma work, and skills in mentorship, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and using AI tools.

Kick

Financial management for small businesses and creators

About Kick

Kick.co helps small business owners, freelancers, and creators manage their finances more effectively. The company offers a range of services that simplify bookkeeping, maximize tax deductions, and provide cash back opportunities. Users connect their debit or credit cards to Kick.co's platform, which automatically categorizes their business income and expenses, saving them significant time and reducing audit risks. Kick.co operates on a subscription model, providing both automated and human-assisted support, ensuring users receive timely and personalized financial advice. Unlike traditional banks, Kick.co partners with Blue Ridge Bank N.A. to offer banking services. The goal of Kick.co is to help its users save time and money, with the average member saving around $15,452 annually through tax deductions and cash back, while also fostering a community for sharing financial tips.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$8.8MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
FintechIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from new AI-driven bookkeeping startups.
Sudden influx of users may strain Kick's resources and service quality.
Dependence on Blue Ridge Bank N.A. for banking services poses potential risks.

Differentiation

Kick offers a unique social banking platform for crowdsourcing tax deductions.
The platform automates bookkeeping, saving users 40 to 80 hours annually.
Kick combines AI-driven advice with human-assisted support for personalized financial management.

Upsides

Kick can capture market share from Bench's 12,000 former clients.
Recent $9 million funding supports growth and AI-driven financial solutions.
Increased demand for automated bookkeeping due to Bench's shutdown.

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