Signage Designer (Adaptus)

Gdparchitects; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 44,640 - 66,960; Full time

Job summary

A prominent architectural firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Signage Designer with 3–5 years of experience. The role involves collaborating with architects and interior designers to create wayfinding and signage solutions. The ideal candidate should have a strong portfolio, formal education in Graphic Design, and proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. This position offers an opportunity to lead projects while ensuring design quality and effective communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of professional experience in design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Manage projects from concept design to completion.
• Ensure adherence to design briefs and budgets.

Skills

Design software proficiency (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Project management skills

Attention to detail

Design thinking

Collaboration skills

Education

Formal education in Graphic Design or related fields

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Keynote

SketchUp

Vectorworks

Job description

At GDP Architects, we bring together architectural design and engineering expertise to create environments that inspire and elevate communities. For over 30 years, we’ve fostered a culture of collaboration and innovation, embracing diverse perspectives and pushing design boundaries in a multidisciplinary workspace.

We are seeking a Signage Designer with 3 – 5 years of professional experience to join Adaptus, a division under GDP Architects. A strong interest in the built environment is essential, as the successful candidate will work closely with architects and interior designers to deliver wayfinding, environmental graphics, and signage design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams, GDP studios, and external consultants to coordinate wayfinding and signage design solutions.
• Liaise regularly with team members and provide timely updates to the Manager, Project Manager, and Clients.
• Manage wayfinding projects independently while leading and guiding junior designers across multiple projects.
• Deliver projects from concept design to completion, including design development, tender documentation, final artwork preparation, and construction oversight.
• Ensure adherence to design briefs, budgets, and project timelines, including the review of signage samples, fabrication, and installation for quality assurance.
• Audit and analyze vehicular and pedestrian circulation to identify effective wayfinding solutions and information hierarchy strategies.
• Produce detailed drawings incorporating graphic elements such as structure, material, color, typography, and pictograms in alignment with the project’s overall concept and direction.

Qualifications

• Formal education in Graphic Design or related fields, with relevant working experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design thinking, attention to detail, and project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and other GDP studios, ensuring clear communication across all stakeholders for timely project delivery.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Keynote, SketchUp, and Vectorworks (or equivalent).