Art and Design Jobs in Malaysia

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Internship Furniture Designer / Interior Designer

Aureas Media Sdn Bhd
Internship

This internship position is for a Furniture/Interior Designer in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves supporting design and marketing tasks for a home makeover and furniture brand, including design concept assistance, project coordination, and marketing campaign support. The opportunity is suitable for students pursuing Interior Design, Architecture, Industrial/Furniture Design, or related fields with familiarity in design software and interest in learning.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 1000

T&T Consultant - Deloitte Digital (UX/UI Designer) - MY

Deloitte Regional Services Center Sdn. Bhd.
Full-Time

The role is for a T&T Consultant at Deloitte Digital focused on designing user interfaces for websites and apps. The position involves collaborating with various teams to translate business and user needs into design solutions that are usable and aligned with technical capabilities.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Internship Graphic Design cum Video Editing Intern

Rechner Sdn Bhd
Internship

This internship involves creating graphics and editing videos for social media and marketing purposes. It includes producing content for social media campaigns, client branding, and supporting visual materials for various platforms.

Selangor
MYR 500 - 800

Graphic/Multimedia Designer (Mandarin Speaking)

Techtrans Advanced Sdn Bhd
Full-Time

This role is for a Junior Graphic/Multimedia Designer who is fluent in Mandarin. The position involves creating visual assets for events, campaigns, and digital marketing while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Selangor
MYR 2800 - 3500

Internship Graphic Designer Intern

Zen Communications Sdn Bhd
Internship

This internship role for a Graphic Designer at Zen offers hands-on experience creating real designs for clients. The position is suitable for those interested in developing a career in design within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Selangor
MYR 800 - 1000

Internship Designer/Graphic Designer/Artist

Zen Communications Sdn Bhd
Internship

The internship at Zen involves contributing to client projects by creating visual materials for both digital and print media. Interns will work closely with the team to develop design concepts and perform production tasks, gaining practical experience in a professional design environment.

Selangor
MYR 800 - 1000

Internship Fashion Design Intern

Twinkle Brand Creator Studio Sdn Bhd
Internship

This internship role is for a Fashion Design Intern at a new in-house fashion brand focused on stylish and purposeful clothing. The position offers hands-on experience with design, trends, and collaboration on fashion collections.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 1000 - 2500

Internship Graphic Designer

CRYSTAL PRO SDN. BHD.
Internship

This internship position offers experience in creating graphics for social media, websites, and marketing campaigns. The role involves collaboration with marketing staff to maintain brand consistency and support tasks such as photo editing and organizing digital assets. Candidates should have basic design software knowledge and be pursuing or recently completed studies in relevant fields.

Johor
MYR 800 - 1000

(Intern) Graphics Designer

Twinkle Brand Creator Studio Sdn Bhd
Internship

This role is for an intern graphic designer who will assist in creating visual assets for web, print, and social media. The intern will collaborate with the marketing team, make design revisions, and follow brand guidelines while staying updated on design trends.

Selangor
MYR 500 - 2500

Internship Multimedia Design

Avante Design
Internship

This internship role in Multimedia Design focuses on creating visual content and videos for various social media platforms. It is suitable for individuals interested in creative work and projects related to interior design aesthetics.

Selangor
MYR 1000 - 1500

Internship Graphic Design Intern

SRE COMMERCE SDN BHD
Internship

This internship role is for a Graphic Design Intern who will create visual assets for various digital platforms and support the creative team in campaign production. The position involves collaboration with multiple teams and requires managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Selangor
MYR 700 - 800

Senior Creative Designer, FMCG

ZUS COFFEE
Full-Time

The Senior Creative Designer role involves leading the visual identity and creative direction of a coffee FMCG brand. The position requires ownership of brand visuals, mentoring design talent, and collaborating with various teams to ensure consistent and relevant design outputs aligned with brand strategy.

Selangor
Undisclosed

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 2026

About Art and Design Jobs in Malaysia

Malaysia's art and design sector is a fast-growing creative economy spanning graphic design, UI/UX design, branding, illustration, animation, interior design, industrial design, and architecture. Kuala Lumpur has emerged as one of Southeast Asia's most vibrant creative cities, sustaining a large community of designers across agency, in-house, and freelance environments.

The design industry is driven by demand from advertising agencies, technology companies, e-commerce platforms, property developers, game studios, and animation houses. Key employers include local creative agencies (Ogilvy Malaysia, Leo Burnett, FCB Malaysia), tech platforms (Grab, Shopee, AirAsia), game developers (Streamline Studios, Lemon Sky Studios), and animation studios such as Les Copaque Production (creators of Upin & Ipin) and Silver Ant Studio.

The UI/UX design discipline has seen explosive growth alongside Malaysia's thriving tech and fintech ecosystem. Product designers who can bridge user research, interaction design, and business strategy are among the most in-demand creative professionals in the country. Digital-first design tools — Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and the broader Adobe Creative Cloud suite — are standard proficiency requirements across almost every design role.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Art and Design

Junior designers and fresh graduates earn RM 2,500 – RM 3,800/month. Mid-level graphic designers, UI/UX designers, and art directors earn RM 4,500 – RM 8,000/month. Senior UX designers, lead product designers, and creative directors at tech companies or top agencies earn RM 9,000 – RM 18,000/month.

UI/UX designers at technology and fintech companies command the highest design salaries in Malaysia — senior UX roles at companies like Grab, Shopee, or regional fintech firms can reach RM 15,000–25,000/month for experienced candidates. Motion designers, 3D artists, and game artists for international studios command strong freelance and full-time rates. Designers with both visual design and front-end development skills (CSS, React) are increasingly rare and command a significant premium.

Top Art and Design Roles in Malaysia

Graphic Designer

Creates visual communications for brands — print, digital, social media, packaging, and advertising materials across all industries.

UI/UX Designer

Designs intuitive digital product interfaces and user experiences for apps, websites, and SaaS platforms — one of Malaysia's fastest-growing design roles.

Creative Director / Art Director

Leads the visual and conceptual direction of brand campaigns, product identities, or publication design for agencies or in-house teams.

Motion Designer / Animator

Produces motion graphics, 2D/3D animation, and video effects for advertising, digital platforms, broadcasting, and gaming.

Interior Designer

Designs commercial and residential interiors — from concept development and space planning to material specification and project management.

Industrial Designer / Product Designer

Designs physical products — consumer electronics, packaging, furniture, and equipment — balancing aesthetics, function, and manufacturability.

How to Land an Art and Design Job in Malaysia

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs using role keywords ("graphic designer", "UI UX designer", "art director", "motion designer") or browse the Art and Design industry page.

  2. 2

    A strong portfolio is non-negotiable. Host your work on Behance, Dribbble, or a personal website. For UI/UX roles, include case studies that articulate your research process, design decisions, and measured outcomes.

  3. 3

    Demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard tools: Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite for most roles; Blender, Cinema 4D, or Maya for 3D and animation; Sketch and Protopie for product design.

  4. 4

    Apply through SuperJobs with a concise CV and a prominent portfolio link. Many design employers shortlist candidates entirely based on portfolio quality before reviewing CVs.

  5. 5

    Prepare for design interviews that include a brief — you may be given 30–60 minutes to redesign a screen, present a design critique, or walk through your portfolio problem-solving approach in detail.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of art and design jobs are available in Malaysia?
Art and design jobs in Malaysia include graphic designer, UI designer, UX designer, product designer, art director, creative director, motion designer, animator, 2D/3D artist, illustrator, interior designer, industrial designer, brand identity designer, packaging designer, web designer, game artist, and visual merchandiser. Roles exist at advertising agencies, tech companies, e-commerce platforms, game studios, animation houses, property developers, and in-house brand teams.
What is the salary range for art and design jobs in Malaysia?
Junior designers earn RM 2,500–3,800/month. Mid-level graphic designers and UI/UX designers earn RM 4,500–8,000/month. Senior UX designers and art directors earn RM 8,000–15,000/month. Creative directors at top agencies and lead product designers at tech companies earn RM 12,000–22,000/month. Senior UX/product designers at regional tech firms (Grab, Shopee, AirAsia) can earn RM 15,000–28,000/month at staff and principal levels.
What qualifications are needed for art and design jobs in Malaysia?
Design roles typically require a diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Interaction Design, or Fine Arts. Strong portfolios often compensate for non-traditional educational backgrounds. Key institutions include The One Academy, Taylor's University, Limkokwing University, UCSI University, and UiTM. Tool proficiency is critical: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects), and Sketch are industry standards.
Which companies hire the most designers in Malaysia?
Major design employers include Grab, Shopee, AirAsia, Axiata, Maxis, Astro, and all major e-commerce platforms (in-house design teams). Advertising agencies including Ogilvy, Leo Burnett, Grey, and FCB Malaysia hire large creative teams. Game and animation studios — Lemon Sky Studios, Streamline Studios, Les Copaque Production — are notable employers of illustrators and 3D artists. Property developers (Sunway, IOI, Gamuda) maintain substantial interior and architectural design teams.
How do I apply for art and design jobs on SuperJobs?
Search "designer jobs Malaysia", "UI UX designer KL", or "graphic designer Selangor" on SuperJobs. Always include a portfolio URL in your application — without a portfolio, design applications rarely advance past initial screening. Use the SuperJobs profile to link your Behance, Dribbble, or personal website. Apply directly through SuperJobs and follow up with a personalised message on LinkedIn to the hiring manager if you have not heard back within 5–7 business days.