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Creative Director, MODHealth

Mod · Philadelphia, PA, USA ·

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Full Time

Creative Director, MODHealth
About
We're looking for a Creative Director who leads with both head and heart - someone who believes great creative in healthcare isn't just compelling, it's clarifying, empowering, and deeply human. This role is for a strategic thinker and storyteller with a strong foundation in copy, content, and/or brand strategy, who can turn complexity into connection.

At MODHealth, we transform regulated, often dense healthcare information into experiences people can understand and act on. As Creative Director, you will set the vision for how our work shows up in the world - ensuring it is innovative, compliant, accessible, and grounded in empathy.

You'll lead a multidisciplinary creative team of writers and designers, shaping ideas from concept through execution while partnering closely with strategy, account, and leadership teams to elevate the work and push thinking forward.

What You Will Do...
Define and lead the creative vision for MODHealth across all accounts and deliverables
Oversee development of integrated campaigns across digital, print, brand, and patient/provider communications
Bring a strong copy and/or strategy lens to all work - ensuring clarity, compliance, and emotional resonance
Lead concepting and storytelling that simplifies complex healthcare topics into human-centered ideas
Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of designers and copywriters
Set and uphold a high bar for creative quality, consistency, and craft across all outputs
Provide clear, actionable feedback that elevates both the work and the team
Partner cross-functionally with strategy, account, and project management to align creative with business goals
Present creative work to clients and internal stakeholders, articulating strategy and rationale with confidence
Ensure all creative adheres to regulatory and compliance standards (HIPAA, CMS, FDA where applicable)
Champion best practices in health literacy, accessibility, and inclusive communication
Drive innovation by staying ahead of healthcare, wellness, and creative industry trends
Advocate for creativity as a tool to improve patient and member experiences
Your Credentials 10-12+ years of experience in creative roles, with a foundation in copywriting, content strategy, and/or brand strategy
Proven experience in a leadership role managing and mentoring multidisciplinary creative teams
Deep experience working within healthcare, health tech, wellness, pharmaceutical, or payer/provider environments
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, CMS, FDA, ACA) and their impact on creative
Exceptional portfolio demonstrating the ability to simplify complex healthcare information into clear, compelling creative
Strategic mindset with the ability to connect creative work to business goals and audience insights
Experience leading integrated campaigns across B2C and B2B audiences
Strong presentation and communication skills with senior-level client experience
Highly collaborative leadership style with a focus on team development and creative excellence
Passion for health and wellness and a commitment to improving how people experience healthcare
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with clarity and focus