Art Director - FMCG Brand | Lead Creative Teams

Wunderman Thompson; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency is seeking an Art Director in Kuala Lumpur to conceptualize and execute compelling visual solutions for a globally recognized FMCG brand. This role involves managing creative teams and ensuring brand consistency across initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of agency experience and strong expertise in design software. This position promotes a hybrid work model to foster collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of agency experience, particularly in Direct Marketing.
• Strong understanding of type design and branding.
• Successful track record of managing multiple creative assignments.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and craft high-caliber work across multiple media.
• Create and produce artwork for various client accounts.
• Direct creative initiatives and manage design teams.
• Present design treatments and work to clients.

Skills

Proficient in English

Excellent communication skills

Presentation skills

Team player

Effective team building skills

Print expertise

Branding knowledge

Creative software proficiency

Tools

Mac

Adobe Creative Suite

Quark

Flash

Job description

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

TheArt Directoris a key visual creative force responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and executing compelling visual solutions for one of our most iconicFast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)clients – a globally recognized brand with a rich heritage and massive consumer reach. Reporting to an Associate Creative Director or Creative Director, you will be instrumental in translating strategic insights into powerful visual concepts and flawless executions that captivate mass audiences and drive significant business results within the dynamic consumer landscape. This role demands a hands-on visual storyteller, a strategic designer, and a meticulous executor who can bring ideas to life across all media, from brand-building campaigns to tactical promotions for everyday products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to conceptualize and craft work of the highest calibers in multiple media.
• Creation and production of artwork for multiple Client accounts.
• Direct multiple design initiatives and teams.
• Lead and manage creative teams
• Insure brand and design consistency across client initiatives.
• Present concept/design treatments, storyboards and completed work to internal and
  external clients
• Additional concept/design projects as required.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIOURS

• Candidate must be proficient in English
• Excellent communication, presentation and prioritization skills.
• Strong team player.
• Effective team building skills.
• Print expertise and understanding of type design.
• Highly knowledgeable of branding and conceptual development for advertising.
• 2‐4 years Agency experience, with a comprehensive understanding of Direct Marketing.
• Knowledge of Mac, Quark, Adobe, Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash and related Mac Creative programs.
• Successful track record of managing multiple Creative assignments.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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