Designer

VML; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

VML Malaysia is seeking a passionate and proactive Designer / Senior Designer to join our creative team. This role is ideal for a budding talent eager to gain hands-on agency experience, translating creative briefs into compelling visual solutions across digital and integrated campaigns.

The position offers a hybrid work model with teams in the office for several days a week, and a focus on collaboration with Art Directors, Copywriters, and Account Managers from concept to delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong design fundamentals across layout, color, hierarchy, balance, and contrast.
• Mastery of graphic design and typography for assets across media.
• Ability to generate fresh, relevant design concepts aligned with client objectives.
• Thrive in a fast-paced agency with collaboration and tight deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and brand consistency.

Responsibilities

• Design Asset Creation: Produce digital assets for social, banners, websites, and print collateral.
• Concept Support: Contribute to brainstorming and visual research for campaigns.
• Brand Guardianship: Ensure adherence to brand guidelines across all deliverables.
• Collaboration: Work with Art Directors, Copywriters, and Account Managers from concept to delivery.
• File Management: Maintain organized project files and ensure assets are production-ready.
• Continuous Learning: Learn new design techniques, software, and industry trends.

Skills

Strong design fundamentals

Exceptional visual communication

Creative & innovative

Collaborative & agile

Detail-oriented

Software proficiency

Portfolio

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

UI/UX

Job description

Who We Are

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brandsthat drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100.VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn#WeAreVML.

JOB SUMMARY

VML Malaysia is seeking a passionate and proactive Designer / Senior Designer to join our creative team. This role is perfect for a budding talent eager to gain hands‑on agency experience, translating creative briefs into compelling visual solutions across digital and integrated campaigns.

JOB SCOPE

• Design Asset Creation: Produce a wide range of digital assets (e.g., social media graphics, display banners, website elements, presentations) and support print collateral.
• Concept Support: Contribute to brainstorming, ideation, and visual research for creative campaigns.
• Brand Guardianship: Ensure strict adherence to brand guidelines across all design deliverables.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Art Directors, Copywriters, and Account Managers from concept to delivery.
• File Management: Maintain organized project files and ensure assets are production‑ready.
• Continuous Learning: Actively seek to learn new design techniques, software, and industry trends.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Strong Design Fundamentals: Solid concepting abilities, a keen eye for aesthetics, and a foundational understanding of design principles (layout, color, hierarchy, balance, contrast).
• Exceptional Visual Communication: Mastery of graphic design and typography, with the ability to create visually stunning and effective assets across various media.
• Creative & Innovative: Demonstrated ability to generate fresh, innovative, and relevant design concepts that align with client objectives and brand guidelines.
• Collaborative & Agile: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced agency, work collaboratively, and adapt quickly to evolving project needs and tight deadlines.
• Detail‑Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to pixel‑perfect execution and brand consistency.
• Software Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, UI/UX and InDesign.
• Portfolio: A strong online portfolio showcasing your best work, design process, and potential

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.