Junior Communication Designer

Sony Electronics Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global electronics company in Singapore is looking for a motivated Junior Communication Designer to join their Design Centre Asia (DCA) team. In this role, you will take on design projects independently, communicate design ideas effectively with stakeholders, and produce outstanding design solutions. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Communication Design, with at least 2 years of experience and proficiency in leading design software. This position offers an exciting opportunity for those eager to learn and grow in the field of design.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of professional communication design experience.
• Portfolio with relevant projects demonstrating the design process.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Take on design projects independently under guidance.
• Maintain consistent visual design language with the brand.
• Deliver project work on or before deadlines.

Skills

Visual design foundation

Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing and motion graphics

UI/UX design

Education

BA or Diploma in Communication Design or related studies

Job description

Design Centre Asia (DCA) is part of the Sony Design global network and is one of four design studios located worldwide, reporting to the Creative Center (headquarters) in Tokyo, Japan. Our studio contributes to the design & development of Sony products, provides in-house creative services to our sales & marketing teams in the Asia Pacific region, and supports the Creative Center on design and strategic research projects.

Sony Design Website: https://www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/design/

Sony Design Showreel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHqYZgpLL5k

We are currently looking for a highly motivated Junior/ Communication Designer to join the DCA team.

Responsibilities

• Take on design projects independently
  • Carry out design work in a self-directed manner, under the guidance of the Head of Communication Design department
  • Deliver design for all stages of the customer journey
  • Deliver design that spans project phases: concept to market (sketches, mockups, low and hi-fidelity comps, guidelines, market-ready assets)
• Responsible for the quality of design output
  • Explore multitude design directions in a quick repetitive fashion
  • Produce outstanding design solutions that communicate clearly
  • Maintain visual design language that is consistent with brand
• Responsible for time management of projects
  • Plan and manage project schedules independently
  • Proactively arrange review meetings with mentors/managers in a timely manner
  • Deliver work on or before pre-agreed deadlines
• Communication with stakeholders
  • Work collaboratively with other designers, project managers, and colleagues from diverse nationalities and backgrounds
  • Communicate design ideas, concepts and strategies clearly and effectively to team members and clients
• Continuous learning to widen scope beyond own expertise
  • Actively pick up new skills and tools through formal and informal learning to expand individual capability
  • Apply newly acquired skills to ongoing projects, enabling the team to support a wider scope of work

Requirements

• BA or Diploma in Communication Design or related studies
• A minimum of 2 years of professional communication design experience
• Portfolio with relevant projects (demonstrate process)
• Strong visual design foundation (typography, colour, layout, etc.)
• Expert proficiency in leading design software (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Video editing, motion graphics, 3D modelling & rendering, interior/event/space design, illustration, UI/UX design, business development & sales will be a plus
• Quick and efficient at creating design sketches and final market-ready assets
• Ability to complete assignments through many rounds of refinement
• Able to work independently with some supervision
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Desire for continual learning and self-improvement
• Design for consumer electronics industry a plus

What will help you succeed

• Open mindedness
  • Demonstrates willingness to consider new ideas, perspectives, and approaches, and to challenge existing assumptions constructively.
• Proactiveness
  • Actively anticipates potential challenges and opportunities and take timely action.
  • Demonstrates strong initiative by going beyond assigned responsibilities, proactively identifying issues or opportunities, and independently proposing solutions to ensure smooth progress and improved outcomes.
• Collaboration
  • Works effectively as part of a team by communicating openly, sharing knowledge, and supporting colleagues to achieve common goals
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust, collaborate constructively, and maintain positive working relationships within a team environment.