Art Director

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual direction of projects, guiding overall look, feel, and layout decisions while actively executing design work
• Develop and execute design concepts across multiple channels including digital, print, and presentations
• Collaborate closely with content strategists, copywriters, and account leads to ensure alignment between visuals and messaging
• Manage projects from concept to delivery including layout, refinement, production, and file handoff
• Ensure creative work adheres to brand guidelines and regulatory requirements such as ISI and fair balance
• Provide art direction and feedback to junior designers or freelancers as needed
• Contribute to concept development and brainstorming for new campaigns or pitches

Requirements

• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Expertise in Figma and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into visually compelling creative
• Experience designing for regulated industries, ideally in pharmaceutical or life sciences marketing
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a creative or design-focused role with agency or pharma experience preferred
• Strong portfolio demonstrating layout excellence across print and digital formats
• Motion or interactive design experience (HTML5, video, banner animation)
• Familiarity with the MLR process including annotation and reference management
• Experience in a startup or small agency environment

About the Company

Blue Matter is a global management consultancy specializing in strategy and execution for the biopharmaceutical industry. We partner with pharmaceutical and biotechnology innovators to help them achieve commercial success across the lifecycle of their products.