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Internship Intern, Ninja Mart (Data Analyst)

Ninja Van
Internship

This role is a Data Analyst Intern position at Ninja Mart focused on working with real business data to identify trends and support decision-making. The internship provides an opportunity to gain technical skills and contribute to business improvements.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Creative Design Analyst (Mandarin & Japanese Speaking)

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The Creative Design Analyst role requires fluency in Mandarin and Japanese to support high-quality publishing, creative, and production services within the Client Reporting Services team. The position involves maintaining and producing prospect and client presentations, ensuring quality and adherence to client standards while collaborating with global colleagues.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Internship Digital/Graphic Designer

Cacafly Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Internship

This Digital/Graphic Design Internship involves creating visuals for social media and advertisements. The role offers an opportunity to develop design skills and gain practical experience.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 1000 - 1200

DTP Artist

FM Printing Industrial Sdn Bhd
Full-Time

The role is for a DTP Artist responsible for preparing artwork for printing by checking colors, layouts, and ensuring print readiness. The position requires attention to detail and collaboration with production and sales teams to meet deadlines and printing specifications.

Selangor
MYR 2800 - 4500

Graphic Designer

BIT BY BIT
Full-Time

This Graphic Designer role in Bangsar involves creating visual assets for marketing campaigns, websites, and social media to engage players. The position requires collaboration with teams to develop marketing materials and ensure brand consistency.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 5000 - 8000

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

Deloitte Consulting
Full-Time

This role is for a UX/UI Designer at Deloitte Digital Southeast Asia within the Customer Strategy & Design team. The position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to design and develop digital solutions and user experiences, including wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and motion design.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Senior Designer / Brand Designer

Walk Production
Full-Time

The Senior Designer / Brand Designer is responsible for creating branding and visual identities for businesses. This role involves shaping brand directions and delivering cohesive branding solutions while working with project managers and creative teams. The position requires experience in corporate identity, digital and print design, and a strong design background.

Selangor
MYR 3800 - 5000

(CEL) Senior Interior Designer (58737)

Agensi Pekerjaan Reeracoen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Full-Time

The Senior Interior Designer role involves creating interior designs, managing project presentations, and overseeing projects from conceptual design through to site supervision. The role requires coordination with team members, clients, contractors, and suppliers to meet customer requirements and track project progress. The candidate must have relevant qualifications and experience in interior design software, along with the ability to work independently.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 6000 - 7000

Internship Graphic Designer

Donce Fine Floristry
Internship

This Internship Graphic Designer role at DONCE Sdn Bhd involves turning ideas into visuals as part of a creative team. The position focuses on creating designs that inspire and bring artistic visions to life.

Selangor
MYR 500 - 1000

Internship Multimedia Design Intern

Wealth Mastery Academy (WMA)
Internship

This role is for a Multimedia Design Intern who will create visuals, assist with video editing, and collaborate with creative teams. The intern will support various design and content marketing activities.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 799 - 800

Internship CAD Product Designer

ACS Manufacturing Sdn Bhd
Internship

The Internship CAD Product Designer will assist in creating jewelry designs from concept to prototype while collaborating with the design team. The role involves working with sketches, digital renderings, prototyping, and coordinating with production to support the manufacturing process.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 500 - 800

Internship Graphic Designer

Ziet Media Sdn. Bhd.
Internship

The Internship Graphic Designer role at Ziet Invests involves creating YouTube thumbnails and social media posts. This position offers hands-on experience with the potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance.

Selangor
MYR 1000 - 1500

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.