Creative Director

About the Company

Ogilvy, established in 1948 by David Ogilvy and now part of WPP, is dedicated to fostering a culture that values its clients and employees deeply. The company strives to inspire impactful connections between people and brands and is committed to attracting and nurturing top industry talent.

Ogilvy Health UK specializes in healthcare communications across multiple disciplines including medical education, brain sciences, brand promotion, digital and social media, strategic planning, public relations, and creative design. The team embraces innovation, creativity, and a transformative spirit that challenges norms and rewards achievements.

WPP serves as a trusted partner to global leading brands, integrating advanced media intelligence, creative excellence, next-generation production, strategic advice, and enterprise solutions to drive growth and help clients adapt and thrive in changing markets.

Role Overview

The Creative Director role focuses on providing visionary artistic leadership within healthcare-related projects. Qualified candidates will lead significant accounts with a balance of hands-on creative involvement and mentorship, promoting outstanding work and a vibrant creative community.

Key Duties

• Take charge of the creative vision on priority accounts, delivering impactful ideas that fulfill client and healthcare professional/patient requirements
• Apply robust conceptual thinking to briefs, aiming for results that are strategically insightful and uniquely creative
• Directly oversee art direction from conceptualization to final production in digital, print, and multi-channel campaigns
• Guide, mentor, and develop junior art directors, designers, and copywriters to achieve their highest potential
• Promote a collaborative and excellence-driven creative atmosphere
• Deliver constructive critiques to enhance both the quality of work and team development
• Collaborate closely with Client Service teams to ensure creative work aligns with business needs and schedules
• Partner with Strategy teams to root creative concepts in insightful data and ensure measurable performance
• Confidently present and justify creative ideas to clients and internal stakeholders

Candidate Profile

• Minimum eight years in advertising or agency environments progressing from Art Director roles towards creative leadership
• Preferably experienced in healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors, serving healthcare professionals and/or direct-to-consumer markets
• Possess a portfolio showcasing strong conceptual ideas and compelling visual storytelling
• Demonstrated ability to manage and nurture junior creative talent
• Excellent interpersonal skills, thriving in collaborative, client-facing settings
• Familiarity with healthcare marketing regulatory and compliance requirements

Support and Inclusion

Ogilvy is dedicated to empowering its employees by providing resources, autonomy, expert colleagues, and meaningful project opportunities. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as foundational to its creative environment, ensuring a welcoming and accessible workplace for all. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and employment to support candidates with disabilities.