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Internship UI/UX

The Makeover Guys
Internship

The UI/UX Intern at The Makeover Guys will assist in designing user experiences for digital products. The role involves collaborating with the design team to perform UI/UX design, research, and prototyping on actual projects.

Selangor
MYR 600

Internship Digital Multimedia Designer(Graphic Design/UIUX)

Virtualtech Frontier Sdn Bhd
Internship

This internship is for a Digital Multimedia Designer responsible for creating graphics for events and online platforms. The role involves assisting in graphic and UI/UX design tasks while using AI for image generation and supporting brand consistency across marketing channels.

Selangor
MYR 800

Internship Design and Creative

PurelyB
Internship

This internship role at PurelyB offers hands-on experience in design and creative work, focusing on brand visuals and impactful wellness campaigns. The position involves promoting Malaysian rainforest traditions through creative projects.

Selangor
MYR 500 - 1000

Junior Graphic Designer

Dolphin - Creative Advertising Agency
Full-Time

This role is for a Junior Graphic Designer with 1 to 3 years of experience. The position involves working on digital and print media projects in collaboration with senior designers and marketing teams to support client campaigns.

Selangor
MYR 2500 - 3500

Internship Graphic Designer

ZE ONLINE SDN BHD
Internship

This role is an Internship Graphic Designer position at a growing home goods brand. The intern will create marketing visuals for social media, websites, and packaging while contributing to the brand's identity.

Penang
MYR 2200 - 3500

Digital Designer (Website)

Walk Production
Full-Time

The Digital Designer (Website) role involves designing and building corporate websites using tools such as Figma and WordPress with Elementor. The position requires applying responsive design best practices and maintaining website structure according to brand guidelines and content frameworks. Proficiency in design and page-building tools is essential, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Internship Multimedia Designer

TalentCap Sdn Bhd
Internship

This internship role involves creating graphics, videos, and social media content to support various multimedia projects. The position includes collaboration with different teams and requires ongoing learning in a creative environment.

Penang
MYR 599 - 600

Internship Graphic Design & Creative Intern

Pink And Proper Sdn Bhd
Internship

This Graphic Design & Creative Internship involves supporting creative work, campaigns, and social media content creation in areas related to fashion and styling. The role is suited for motivated individuals interested in learning and contributing to a creative environment focused on social media and aesthetics.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 500

Internship Digital Designer

Tinker Studio Sdn Bhd
Internship

This role is a Digital Design Internship focused on creating visually appealing graphics and contributing to creative ideas. It offers an opportunity to develop digital design skills in a collaborative environment.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

UI/UX Designer

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The UI/UX Designer is responsible for designing user-friendly and visually appealing interfaces for web and mobile applications. The role involves creating user experience designs and developing interfaces to improve usability and accessibility, working in collaboration with development teams.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Product Design & Associate (EdTech & HRTech)

SigmaSchool
Full-Time

The Product Designer & Associate role at Sigma School involves combining UX/UI design with product management to improve user experiences on the Sigma Learning Portal and Jobier platforms. The position requires working flexibly across design, analysis, and project management to enhance learning and job-seeking journeys.

Selangor
MYR 4000 - 7000

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.