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Assistant Manager, Art Director

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This job is for an Assistant Manager, Art Director, leading creative campaigns and guiding a design team. You might like this job because it combines visual storytelling with teamwork to shape brand experiences across digital and print platforms!

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‌Kuala‌ ‌Lumpur‌, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description



Job Description

The 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 Leadership

    • Develop 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 Development

    • Collaborate 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 Oversight

    • Review 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 Collaboration

    • Work 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 Watch

    • Stay 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.

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Company Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

The company offers various perks such as travel discounts, which include reduced rates for flights and access to e-coupon schemes.

Career Development Opportunities

The company invests in its employees through training programs, workshops, and skill development initiatives.

Dynamic Work Environment

The company is known for its innovative culture and encourages employees to bring creative ideas to the table.


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