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INTRODUCTION
At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.
Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Experience #LifeatRealChem.
21GRAMS, a Real Chemistry subsidiary is an advertising agency born to make healthcare more human. Not just in our work, but in the way we conduct business, approach client relationships, and treat each other. It’s a place where people subscribe to the adage, “Be good to each other, but hard on the work.” A place where people are not just in it for the paycheck, but to make a dent in the universe. Sound like you?
This is a hybrid role, based in our US offices—including Boston, Chicago, Carmel, or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.
ROLE SUMMARY
21GRAMS is in search of a Senior Art Director to generate and deliver quality creative materials. Art directors are responsible for the visual style, art, images, and photographs and must adhere to client’s marketing strategies, objectives, and expectations. The main objective is to promote business growth by developing groundbreaking creative concepts.
What you'll do:
- Develop and execute creative marketing strategies that encompass and meet the client’s marketing strategies and objectives
- Understand and maintain understanding of client’s positions and the current marketing environment to adapt and navigate to success
- Oversee a team to ensure quality for a final product
- Communicate with team members in a productive manner to ensure goals are being met
- Think strategically with understanding of assigned accounts, medical categories, and market
This position is a perfect fit for you if:
- Our Company values – Best Together, Impact-Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always and Accountability with an “I” – really speak to you.
- You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow. When things change, so do we. We’re always evolving.
- You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.
- You are a highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.
What you should have:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3+ years of healthcare advertising experience preferred
- Experience in healthcare advertising
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Computer proficiency with knowledge of design programs
- Managerial and leadership skills and the ability to work with a team
- Decisive problem-solving abilities
Pay Range: $95,000-$110,000
This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here.
We believe we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vision plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and support and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Learn more about our great benefits and perks and search specific offerings in your region at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com.
Working with Real HART: Since the pandemic, we have adapted to how our people told us they want to work. We have office locations in cities in the US, UK, and Europe with many employees and clients that serve as hubs where and when they need us. For employees who are within an hour of one of our offices, we expect attendance in the office two days per week, either at a Real Chemistry office or onsite with clients. We are also actively opening new office locations, so if one opens near you, our Real HART policy will apply. We are not looking for attendance for the sake of attendance but believe that the opportunity to coordinate in-office team meetings, 1:1 meetings with managers, taking advantage of on-site learning, and connecting with client partners is critical to delivering on our purpose of making healthcare what it should be. Outside of these offices, we have regions, where people work remotely but come together quarterly for collaboration, culture, and learning opportunities. We call this our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach. Real Chemistry believes we are best together – and our workplace strategy fosters connection and collaboration in person – but also supports flexibility for our people.
Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.
Notice: Real Chemistry and its affiliates' names are being misused by scammers through messaging services, fake websites, and apps. Do not share personal or financial information or make payments to any unverified sources claiming to be connected to Real Chemistry. We are working to stop these unauthorized activities and protect our community. Read more here.
INTRODUCTION
At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.
Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Experience #LifeatRealChem.
21GRAMS, a Real Chemistry subsidiary is an advertising agency born to make healthcare more human. Not just in our work, but in the way we conduct business, approach client relationships, and treat each other. It’s a place where people subscribe to the adage, “Be good to each other, but hard on the work.” A place where people are not just in it for the paycheck, but to make a dent in the universe. Sound like you?
This is a hybrid role, based in our US offices—including Boston, Chicago, Carmel, or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.
ROLE SUMMARY
21GRAMS is in search of a Senior Art Director to generate and deliver quality creative materials. Art directors are responsible for the visual style, art, images, and photographs and must adhere to client’s marketing strategies, objectives, and expectations. The main objective is to promote business growth by developing groundbreaking creative concepts.
What you'll do:
- Develop and execute creative marketing strategies that encompass and meet the client’s marketing strategies and objectives
- Understand and maintain understanding of client’s positions and the current marketing environment to adapt and navigate to success
- Oversee a team to ensure quality for a final product
- Communicate with team members in a productive manner to ensure goals are being met
- Think strategically with understanding of assigned accounts, medical categories, and market
This position is a perfect fit for you if:
- Our Company values – Best Together, Impact-Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always and Accountability with an “I” – really speak to you.
- You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow. When things change, so do we. We’re always evolving.
- You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.
- You are a highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.
What you should have:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3+ years of healthcare advertising experience preferred
- Experience in healthcare advertising
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Computer proficiency with knowledge of design programs
- Managerial and leadership skills and the ability to work with a team
- Decisive problem-solving abilities
Pay Range: $95,000-$110,000
This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here.
We believe we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vision plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and support and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Learn more about our great benefits and perks and search specific offerings in your region at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com.
Working with Real HART: Since the pandemic, we have adapted to how our people told us they want to work. We have office locations in cities in the US, UK, and Europe with many employees and clients that serve as hubs where and when they need us. For employees who are within an hour of one of our offices, we expect attendance in the office two days per week, either at a Real Chemistry office or onsite with clients. We are also actively opening new office locations, so if one opens near you, our Real HART policy will apply. We are not looking for attendance for the sake of attendance but believe that the opportunity to coordinate in-office team meetings, 1:1 meetings with managers, taking advantage of on-site learning, and connecting with client partners is critical to delivering on our purpose of making healthcare what it should be. Outside of these offices, we have regions, where people work remotely but come together quarterly for collaboration, culture, and learning opportunities. We call this our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach. Real Chemistry believes we are best together – and our workplace strategy fosters connection and collaboration in person – but also supports flexibility for our people.
Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.
Notice: Real Chemistry and its affiliates' names are being misused by scammers through messaging services, fake websites, and apps. Do not share personal or financial information or make payments to any unverified sources claiming to be connected to Real Chemistry. We are working to stop these unauthorized activities and protect our community. Read more here.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple4
- Amazon2
- Wing Plumbing2
- Abercrombie & Fitch1
- Autodesk1
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware4
- Marketing & Advertising4
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Retail2
- Technology & Software2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior art director jobs.
- 7 or more years of art direction experience across campaigns or brand projects
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior designers and art directors
- Strong conceptual and campaign ideation skills with a compelling portfolio
- Experience collaborating with copywriters, creative directors, and cross-functional teams
- Familiarity with motion design tools such as After Effects or comparable software
Tips for Your Senior Art Director Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to the sector
Agency hiring managers and in-house creative directors evaluate portfolios very differently. Agencies want campaign thinking and concept variety. In-house teams want brand consistency and system thinking. Curate two distinct portfolio versions and swap them based on where you're applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior art director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Lead your resume with creative outcomes
List the business or cultural impact of your campaigns, not just the deliverables. Phrases like 'directed rebranding that launched in 14 markets' carry more weight than 'oversaw design team.' Quantify reach, scope, or scale wherever the work allows.
Filter openings by creative stack requirements
Many senior art director postings specify motion, 3D, or UX fluency as requirements, not preferences. Read job descriptions carefully for tools like After Effects, Cinema 4D, or Figma. Apply to roles where your stack genuinely overlaps, so your portfolio immediately speaks to the brief.
Prepare a case study walkthrough for interviews
Most senior art director interviews include a portfolio presentation where you narrate one or two projects from brief to final execution. Practice explaining creative decisions, how you handled stakeholder feedback, and what you would do differently. Interviewers are evaluating your process, not just the output.
Negotiate title and scope before salary
At the senior art director level, reporting structure and creative authority vary widely across employers. Before accepting an offer, confirm who you report to, what headcount you manage, and whether you have final say on creative direction. Those factors affect your career trajectory more than the initial compensation number.
Senior Art Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior art directors?
The companies hiring the most senior art directors right now include Apple, Amazon, and Wing Plumbing, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistent across both large agencies and established in-house brand teams.
How many senior art director jobs are remote?
About 50% of senior art director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the highest remote share in digital, social, and content-focused roles. Positions requiring hands-on production oversight, studio direction, or frequent client presentations tend to be on-site or hybrid rather than fully remote.
How do you become a senior art director?
Most senior art directors start as junior designers or art directors and build toward the role through progressively larger projects and team leadership. The path typically moves from executing individual deliverables to owning full campaign concepts, then to directing other creatives. Building a portfolio that shows conceptual range, brand systems thinking, and cross-channel execution is the clearest signal of readiness for a senior role.
Can you get hired as a senior art director without agency experience?
Yes, strong in-house or freelance experience can qualify you for a senior art director role, particularly at brands that build large internal creative teams. What matters most is a portfolio that demonstrates campaign-level thinking, creative leadership, and the ability to work within or define a brand system. Candidates without agency backgrounds often succeed by emphasizing brand stewardship and cross-functional collaboration.
What does the senior art director interview process look like?
The senior art director interview process typically includes an initial screening call with a recruiter or HR contact, followed by a portfolio review with the creative director or a panel of creative leads. Candidates are usually asked to walk through one or two projects in depth, explaining creative decisions and how they managed feedback. A final round often includes a brief creative exercise or a conversation with senior business stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to senior art director jobs?
You can find and apply to senior art director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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