Director of Content and Writing

About Us

We imagine the new. Inspire the next. And use the power of our creativity to help build up those around us. 

At Allison, we provide a limitless environment where you can build, create, and grow. Our openly collaborative and highly supportive culture is free from bureaucracy and red tape. With over 1,000 innovators from diverse backgrounds, we break new ground for world-class clients across 50 global markets and dozens of industries. We believe in creating a space where everyone can freely express their opinions, share their ideas and dreams for the future, and be themselves. 

We foster an inclusive culture that attracts builders from all backgrounds who can envision new solutions and create outcomes that move our clients' businesses forward, while helping everyone on the team learn and grow together. Our shared ideal of the builder's mindset is limitless and available to everyone, and we push the boundaries to create new and innovative solutions for our clients and ourselves. 

We create lasting impact and relationships, and our culture fosters meaningful connections and friendships that last beyond the workplace. If you're ready to join a team that pushes you to be your best, supports you every step of the way, and celebrates your successes, welcome to the Allison family. 

Overview

We are seeking an Director of Content and Writing to join our team. In this position you’re responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and management of your accounts while coaching and supporting more junior employees. We expect account directors to be well-versed in integrated marketing and communications opportunities that can help better support and address our clients’ growing needs.  

 

This person will play an active role in additional efforts outside day-to-day account work including new business, agency marketing, employee development and coaching, trainings, etc.   

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality content with a strong emphasis on healthcare, medical, and clinical writing, including materials that support client communications strategies.
• Serve as a content development specialist while flexing into broader account director duties, such as client relationship management, strategy development, and team coordination.
• Contribute to new business opportunities by leveraging expertise in health and medical content to attract and support prospective clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience commensurate with an Account Director level (typically 7+ years in communications, PR, or related fields).
• Strong background in content development, with a specialized lean towards healthcare, medical, and clinical writing.
• Ability to flex between specialized content creation and traditional account management responsibilities.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with a track record of producing compelling, accurate content for health-related audiences.
• Familiarity with retainer-based client models and the ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications in healthcare communications are a plus.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with home and office schedule (2+ days in office per week) and work from anywhere weeks 
• Comprehensive health benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, pet, home, and auto insurance) 
• Generous time off policies (unlimited paid time off, wellness days, national holidays, summer Fridays) 
• Four-week sabbatical every five years of employment 
• Exceptional parental leave benefits 
• Global mentorship and networking programs 
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement 
• 401k savings and employee stock purchase plan 
• Volunteer hours (20 hours annually) for designated non-profit partner and personal choice 
• Globally driven DEI initiatives (Employee Advocacy Groups, DEI committee) 
• Career growth opportunities, such as Allison University (multi-day customized trainings for each level) 

Equal Opportunities

Our founding vision was to create a positive and entrepreneurial environment where talented people thrive – and creativity – killing bureaucracy… doesn’t. 

 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind and are committed to building an agency where everyone is welcome, and every voice is heard. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  

Compensation

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $100K-$150K. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.  

 

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous unlimited PTO plan, 401k program and comprehensive benefits plan. Additional perks and benefits include a month-long sabbatical, active employee advocacy groups, globally driven DEI initiatives, wellness days, summer Fridays and learning and development programs for our employees.