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Creative Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site +1

$130K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build a permanent creative team including Art Directors, copywriters, and designers. * Collaborate with the Operations Director on a strategic resourcing model. * Consult on fractional creative ...

Creative Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build a permanent creative team including Art Directors, copywriters, and designers. * Collaborate with the Operations Director on a strategic resourcing model. * Consult on fractional creative ...

Associate Creative Director, Copywriter About Ogilvy Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to ...

Creative Director - Healthcare We're looking for a big-thinking Experiential Creative Director ... Direct and inspire multidisciplinary teams, including art directors, copywriters, designers ...

Develop creative concepts with ACD Art Director/Copywriter partner. Own the creative work on assigned brands. Manage the creative development process as it relates to projects and supervise creative ...

Creative Director

Manhattan, NY

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mentor Copywriters, Art Directors and Designers at various levels, elevating their thinking, strengthening their craft, and growing the next generation of creative leaders * Model creative leadership ...

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How much do creative director copywriter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative director copywriter in the United States is $36.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Creative Director Copywriter do?

A Creative Director Copywriter is responsible for leading the creative vision and messaging for advertising or marketing campaigns, while also crafting the written content. They combine strategic thinking with creative writing skills to develop compelling concepts that align with a brand's goals. In addition to overseeing a team of writers and other creatives, they often collaborate with clients, designers, and marketers to ensure consistency and effectiveness across all materials. Their work helps shape the tone, style, and impact of a brand’s communications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Creative Director Copywriter?

To thrive as a Creative Director Copywriter, you need a strong background in copywriting, concept development, and brand storytelling, usually supported by a degree in communications, advertising, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, content management systems, and familiarity with digital marketing platforms is often required. Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and communication skills help guide creative teams and articulate vision to clients. These abilities are crucial for producing innovative campaigns that connect with audiences and drive business results.

What is the difference between Creative Director Copywriter vs Graphic Designer?

AspectCreative Director CopywriterGraphic Designer
Primary FocusDeveloping creative concepts and writing compelling contentCreating visual designs and layouts
Skills & CredentialsStrong writing, storytelling, and creative thinking; often requires a portfolioDesign skills, proficiency in design software; portfolio of visual work
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with marketing, advertising teams, and clientsWorks with clients, marketing teams, and print/digital media teams
Industry UsageCommon in advertising, marketing, branding agenciesPrevalent in advertising, branding, media, and digital agencies

While both roles are creative and often collaborate, the Creative Director Copywriter focuses on crafting written content and conceptual ideas, whereas the Graphic Designer specializes in visual design and aesthetics. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or hiring the appropriate professional for your project.

How does a Creative Director Copywriter typically collaborate with other departments during a campaign?

A Creative Director Copywriter works closely with art directors, designers, account managers, and clients to ensure cohesive messaging and brand voice across all campaign elements. They often lead brainstorming sessions, provide strategic copy direction, and review creative assets to maintain consistency. Effective collaboration involves frequent communication, constructive feedback, and adaptability to evolving campaign needs, making teamwork essential for delivering impactful results.
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Infographic showing various Creative Director Copywriter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,412 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Associate Creative Director - Copywriter

Aspen Dental

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Aspen Dental rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 464 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

670th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over20,000 healthcare professionals and team members with close to 1,500 health and wellness offices across 48 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet Pet Health Care. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.
As a reflection of our current needs and planned growth we are very pleased to offer a new opportunity to join our dedicated team as Associate Creative Director - Copywriter.
Summary
The Associate Creative Director (Copy) is an idea generator, storyteller, and creative leader who transforms insight into language that makes people stop, think, and act. In this role, you'll define and elevate the Aspen Dental voice, creating work that's as strategic as it is emotional, as bold as it is human, helping shape one of the most breakthrough brands in healthcare: Aspen Dental.
You will lead and mentor a small team of writers while remaining hands-on in the work concepting and writing across every medium including CRM, digital, social, video, broadcast, and in-office. You'll drive messaging that makes care feel accessible, personal, and modern, while ensuring consistency and excellence across all brand touchpoints.
As a creative leader, you'll also explore and champion emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools, to enhance creative development, streamline workflows, and scale content production while maintaining the highest standards of quality, originality, and brand integrity.
Essential Responsibilities:
Creative Leadership & Team Management
  • Manage and mentor a team of 4-6 copywriters, providing clear direction, thoughtful feedback, and ongoing development.
  • Foster a culture of creative excellence through coaching, mentorship, performance feedback, and career development.
  • Oversee and elevate copy across projects, ensuring consistency in voice, tone, and messaging quality.
  • Establish and uphold creative standards for storytelling, messaging, and copy craft across all customer touchpoints, starting with CRM.

Concepting & Creative Direction
  • Lead development of ideas that connect creative strategy with emotional storytelling, shaping brand experiences that resonate.
  • Guide messaging across integrated campaigns, ensuring clarity, cohesion, and impact.
  • Translate business objectives and customer insights into breakthrough creative platforms, campaigns, and messaging frameworks.

Copywriting & Execution
  • Write compelling, on-brand copy across a wide range of deliverables, from 360° campaigns to headlines, scripts, and long-form content.
  • Simplify complex messaging into clean, compelling email copy.
  • Remain hands-on in the work, contributing to concept development and execution alongside the team.

Voice Development
  • Champion and evolve Aspen Dental's tone and personality, ensuring it remains authentic, consistent, and contemporary.
  • Create customer journey messaging for different audience segments.
  • Serve as a steward of Aspen Dental's brand voice, ensuring consistency across campaigns, channels, and customer experiences while evolving messaging to meet changing business and consumer needs.

Creative Collaboration
  • Partner closely with art directors, designers, producers, marketers, and business stakeholders to develop integrated creative solutions that drive brand and business outcomes.
  • Align creative output with broader business and marketing objectives.

AI Innovation & Workflow Optimization
  • Explore, evaluate, and integrate AI-powered tools and emerging technologies to enhance ideation, content creation, and creative workflows.
  • Identify opportunities to scale content production and improve team efficiency while preserving creative quality and brand standards.
  • Partner with creative and marketing leadership to establish best practices for responsible and effective AI use within the creative process.

Presentation & Influence
  • Communicate ideas with confidence and clarity, presenting work that is grounded in insight and crafted with precision.
  • Present creative concepts and strategic rationale to senior leaders, building alignment and advocacy across cross-functional teams.

Minimum Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Advertising, English, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience.)
  • 10+ years of experience in copywriting for integrated campaigns in agency or in-house settings.
  • Strong CRM/email marketing background.
  • Experience working with art directors, designers, strategists, and production partners.
  • Prior experience mentoring or managing writers preferred.
  • Portfolio demonstrating conceptual range, brand storytelling, and creative versatility across channels.
  • Strong command of tone, structure, and rhythm in both long- and short-form copy.
  • Skilled presenter who can articulate creative rationale with conviction and clarity.
  • Experience leveraging AI-powered tools to support content development, creative ideation, workflow optimization, or scaled content production.
  • Experience with Adobe and Workfront preferred.
  • Advanced Figma experience required.
  • Demonstrated curiosity about emerging technologies and a willingness to experiment with new approaches that enhance creative effectiveness.

  • Base Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000 with a 10% bonus (Actual pay may vary based on experience, performance, and qualifications.)
  • This position will be based on-site in our Fulton Market location in Chicago, IL.
  • A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match.
  • If you are an applicant residing in California, please view our privacy policy here: https://careers.aspendental.com/us/en/tag-privacy-policy-for-california-employees

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