Creative Strategist

Sword Health is on a mission to free two billion people from pain as the world’s first and only end-to-end platform to predict, prevent and treat pain.

Delivering a 62% reduction in pain and a 60% reduction in surgery intent, at Sword, we are using technology to save millions for our 2,500+ enterprise clients across three continents. Today, we hold the majority of industry patents, win 70% of competitive evaluations, and have raised more than $300 million from top venture firms like Founders Fund, General Catalyst, and Khosla Ventures.

Recognized as a Forbes Best Startup Employer in 2023, this award highlights our focus on being a destination for the best and brightest talent. Not only have we experienced unprecedented growth since our market debut in 2020, but we’ve also created a remarkable mission and value-driven environment that is loved by our growing team. With a recent valuation of $2 billion, we are in a phase of hyper growth and expansion, and we’re looking for individuals with passion, commitment, and energy to help us scale our impact.

Joining Sword Health means committing to a set of core values, chief amongst them to “do it for the patients” every day, and to always “deliver more than expected” on behalf of our members and clients.

This is an opportunity for you to make a significant difference on a massive scale as you work alongside 800+ (and growing!) talented colleagues, spanning two continents. Your charge? To help us build a pain-free world, powered by technology, enhanced by people — accessible to all.

Who we're looking for

If you are a creative visionary with a passion for leading and executing innovative campaigns and creative thinking, we want to hear from you! Sword Health is seeking a dynamic Creative Strategist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both design and content creation. This role requires a leader who can inspire writers and designers to achieve excellence and produce groundbreaking work that aligns with our brand vision and goals.

What you'll be doing

Concept Development + Ideation:

• Generate innovative, attention grabbing creative concepts for b2b + b2c campaigns that align with brand objectives and target audience(s)

• Have the drive and passion to push the boundaries of what we’ve done and the curiosity to question where we can go

• Collaborate closely with internal creative team to craft compelling stories and visual elements

Campaign Strategy + Leadership:

• Assist in producing forward-thinking creative strategies that align with business objectives and resonate with our audience

• Work with internal marketing leadership to determine the most effective channels for campaign distribution to reach the target audience

• Stay ahead of market trends and integrate cutting-edge techniques into campaign strategies

Creative Execution + Excellence:

• Push writers and designers to produce top-tier, innovative work that sets new industry standards

• Ensure consistency and excellence across all creative outputs, sacrificing neither speed nor quality of output

• Provide actionable insights and creative recommendations based on performance metrics; ability to shift creative direction and execution based on performance results

Brand Development + Amplification:

• Help to drive the evolution of our brand identity, ensuring it remains dynamic and relevant while adhering to brand guidelines in all creative outputs

• Act as a thought partner to brand leadership to help enhance recognition and loyalty, ensuring brand consistency across all marketing channels, from digital platforms to traditional media

• Continuously refine and innovate the brand’s messaging to keep it fresh and engaging for the target audience

Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate closely with relevant teams to ensure cohesive and compelling messaging and visual activations across all channels

• Present ideas and strategies to key stakeholders, incorporating feedback and revisions as needed

• Foster a collaborative environment where creative ideas can flourish

What you need to have

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or a related field

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a creative strategy role, with a strong portfolio showcasing design and content work

• Proven ability to lead and inspire a creative team to achieve outstanding results

• Excellent understanding of brand strategy and how to translate it into effective creative executions

• Strong proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and content management systems

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Dynamic communication and presentation skills

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive creative decisions

• Passion for health and wellness, with a commitment to advancing Sword Health's mission

US - Sword Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance*;

• Equity shares*;

• Discretionary PTO plan*;

• Parental leave*;

• 401(k);

• Flexible working hours;

• Remote-first company;

• Paid company holidays;

• Free digital therapist for you and your family.

*Eligibility: Full-time employees regularly working 25+ hours per week

Portugal - Sword Benefits & Perks:

• Health, dental and vision insurance;

• Meal allowance;

• Equity shares;

• Remote work allowance;

• Flexible working hours;

• Work from home;

• Unlimited vacation;

• Snacks and beverages;

• English class;

• Unlimited access to Coursera Learning Platform.

*US Applicants Only: Applicants must have a legal right to work in the United States, and immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided.*

SWORD Health, which includes SWORD Health, Inc. and Sword Health Professionals (consisting of Sword Health Care Providers, P.A., SWORD Health Care Providers of NJ, P.C., SWORD Health Care Physical Therapy Providers of CA, P.C.*) complies with applicable Federal and State civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Color, Citizenship, Gender, Gender expression, Gender identity, Gender information, Marital status, Medical condition, National origin, Physical or mental disability, Pregnancy, Race, Religion, Caste, Sexual orientation, and Veteran status.