Designer (FMCG)

Wunderman Thompson; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a passionate Designer / Senior Designer to join their team. This role involves designing digital assets for various campaigns and collaborating with Art Directors and Copywriters. Ideal candidates have strong design fundamentals, exceptional visual communication skills, and proficiency in Adobe software. The position fosters a hybrid work approach, emphasizing creativity and collaboration. Interested applicants should showcase their design work through a strong online portfolio.

Qualifications

• Solid concepting abilities and understanding of design principles.
• Mastery of graphic design and typography.
• Ability to generate innovative design concepts.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Adobe tools.
• Strong online portfolio showcasing best work.

Responsibilities

• Produce a wide range of digital assets for campaigns.
• Contribute to brainstorming and visual research.
• Ensure adherence to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members from concept to delivery.
• Maintain organized project files.
• Actively seek to learn new design techniques.

Skills

Strong Design Fundamentals

Exceptional Visual Communication

Creative & Innovative

Collaborative & Agile

Detail-Oriented

Software Proficiency in Photoshop

Software Proficiency in Illustrator

Software Proficiency in InDesign

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.

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, 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.

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.