Senior Copywriter

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$45K/yr – $160K/yrSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the end-to-end pharma copy workflow from concept to client-facing delivery, balancing high-science messaging for HCPs and engaging patient content while navigating regulatory reviews and cross-functional input.

  • Creative execution and writing for digital formats across HCP and patient audiences.
  • Probe and apply feedback in MLR and client meetings while maintaining tight timelines.
  • Proactively seek fresh creative ideas and manage workflows to win new business pitches.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the daily creative execution of projects including writing, adapting from core materials, reviewing projects, incorporating comments, referencing, and annotating
  • Demonstrate deep knowledge about the brand, disease state, clinical trials and data, and competitive products
  • Show passion for writing craft, and creative excellence on projects big and small
  • Be an engaging storyteller, creating engaging narratives for both short and long-form communications
  • Demonstrate ability in HCP-directed copy for high-science pharma brands, as well as engaging patient/consumer content
  • Present creative work and ideas with art partner to clients
  • Attend MLR meetings, noting direction and application of changes to other pieces
  • Attend appropriate client meetings, market research, workshops and begin to engage in dialogue with supervisor, team, and client about key insights
  • Works collaboratively with all cross-functional team members including Editing, Project Management, Art, and Account Management
  • Support new business efforts and/or conceptual work

Requirements

  • 3-4 years of pharmaceutical copywriting experience in a fast-paced agency setting
  • Recent experience working on a pharmaceutical brand / familiarity with scientific information related to pharmaceutical advertising
  • Understanding of the agency process and ability to ask direct and relevant questions pertaining to timing, content, or creative direction
  • Must possess a thorough understanding of the healthcare market and competition
  • A compelling portfolio included with your application (can be website, file sharing link or PDF attachment)
  • Ability to manage your own time and workflows, and adhere to deadlines delivering quality work on time
  • Proactive hand raiser who seeks creative opportunities above and beyond day to day work
  • Ability to present approved content to clients
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Motivated to seek/gain additional creative opportunities and work on new business pitches
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Current headcount: ~2.3K

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