Assistant Manager, Art Director

Kuala Lumpur
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job DescriptionThe Art Director will be responsible for leading the visual direction and creative execution of marketing campaigns, digital content, and brand visuals across all platforms. This role requires a strong balance of conceptual thinking, visual storytelling, and hands-on design expertise.Key Responsibilities:Creative LeadershipDevelop and maintain a strong visual identity for the brand across all touch points.Lead and mentor a team of designers, freelancers, and creative partners.Translate briefs into compelling visual concepts that align with brand objectives.Campaign DevelopmentCollaborate with copywriters, marketers, and product teams to conceptualize and execute 360° campaigns (digital, print, social, video, etc.).Lead the art direction for key shoots , including talent, product, lifestyle, and campaign visuals.Design OversightReview and approve creative work across formats to ensure high-quality output, brand consistency, and performance-led design.Direct visual work for digital (UI, social content, motion graphics) and offline (OOH, packaging, merch, etc.).Stakeholder CollaborationWork closely with marketing, brand, partnerships, and content teams to ensure creative output supports business goals.Present concepts and pitch ideas to internal stakeholders and external partners with clarity and confidence.Trend & Innovation WatchStay updated on global design trends, digital culture, Gen Z aesthetics, and emerging tools (e.g., AI, motion design, AR).Introduce innovative visual formats that push the brand’s challenger positioning forward.Qualifications:4+ years in design or art direction roles, with 2+ years in a leadership capacity.Strong portfolio showcasing campaign work, art direction, digital design, and branding.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects), Figma, and other creative tools.Experience working in fast-paced, cross-functional teams, ideally within lifestyle, travel, or tech brands.A sharp eye for aesthetics, detail, and storytelling with the ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
We are all different - one talent to another - that is how we rely on our differences. At AirAsia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Search Firm Representatives - AirAsia does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place.

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