Design Brand Executive

Wanderlust; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global accessories label is seeking a Design Brand Executive to support brand and merchandising teams. This junior role involves product development, brand marketing, and visual merchandising, ideal for creative individuals passionate about storytelling and fashion.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in product development, design, marketing, or merchandising.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support product development and trend research.
• Assist in planning and executing seasonal campaigns.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Detail-oriented

Project Management

Education

Degree in Fashion Design

Degree in Product Design

Degree in Industrial Design

Degree in Event Design

Degree in Visual Merchandising Design

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Wanderlust + Co is looking for a creative, detail-oriented and organizedDesign Brand Executiveto support both the Brand and Merchandising teams in bringing our collections and campaigns to life. This junior-level role is perfect for someone who is passionate about storytelling, product development, and creating meaningful brand experiences from concept to customer — across both digital and physical spaces.

You’ll work cross-functionally to support seasonal launches, product development, brand campaigns, and visual merchandising planning — ensuring that everything from design ideas to store displays reflects the essence of Wanderlust + Co: sustainability, empowerment, and self-expression.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development, Trend Research & VM (50%)

Support the design and development of new collections — from concepting and trend research to sampling and packaging

Assist in researching fashion, digital, and retail trends to inform product direction and VM planning

Maintain product design files, specifications, and visual references for internal reviews and supplier coordination

Collaborate with CEO and Chief of Staff to develop display ideas, styling guidelines, and visual merchandising tools for product launches and in-store experiences

Contribute to the creation of moodboards, planograms, and other VM assets that align with seasonal storytelling and brand aesthetics

Brand Marketing & Campaigns (30%)

Assist in the planning and execution of seasonal campaigns, cultural brand moments, and product storytelling

Support the creation of content for social media, email, and other brand channels

Collaborate with internal and external teams to maintain visual and narrative consistency across platforms

Contribute brand ideas and visual merchandising input to enhance campaign rollouts, pop-ups, and brand activations

Assist Founder & CEO with personal content that aligns with brand direction, as well as channel expansion, such as podcasts, lives, TikTok and other relevant social channels

Liaise with suppliers on sampling, sourcing, and production timelines

Help track pricing, product costing, and supplier communication across orders

Update calendars with collection and production milestones, including VM deadlines

Support quality checks, shipment tracking, and coordination of packaging, gifting, or PR materials

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in product development, design, marketing, or merchandising

Degree or background in Fashion Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Event Design, or Visual Merchandising Design

Strong communication and coordination skills

Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized

Proficient in Microsoft Excel; Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop is a bonus

Passionate about fashion, visual storytelling, and purpose-driven branding

Bonus: Basic Mandarin/Cantonese for supplier communication is a plus

Self-starter with strong project management and communication skills.

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Retail & Consumer Products 11-50 employees

Wanderlust + Co is a global accessories label, stocked internationally across 400+ retailers, primarily in the US and Australia. Connecting the dots between trends, quality and affordability, the label is much sought after by fashion influencers and style icons alike.

Wanderlust + Co is a global accessories label, stocked internationally across 400+ retailers, primarily in the US and Australia. Connecting the dots between trends, quality and affordability, the label is much sought after by fashion influencers and style icons alike.