Graphic Designer

General Responsibilities

Create visually appealing and effective graphics to enhance AEON BiG’s branding, promotions, and customer engagement via in-store communications, promotion catalogues, digital postings and other platforms.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

General Design Work

• Conceptualise and develop visually appealing design solutions to meet project objectives and align with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, to interpret project requirements and translate them into effective visual communication.
• Utilise industry-standard design software to create a wide range of assets, including marketing materials, presentations, mastheads, logos and digital content.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of design guidelines to ensure consistent brand representation.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and strategy discussions to enhance the overall creative output of the team.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and iterate on designs to achieve the desired outcome.
• Design simple animations that create engaging visual stories.

Promotional Material

• Liaise with Promotion and Design Manager/Marketing Manager with regards to all promotional-related matters.
• Design promotional material within reasonably agreed timeline, including:

‒ Catalogues/Mailers/Leaflets, etc.

‒ In-store POSM material such as posters, bus-stops, light box, etc.

‒ Festive decorations.

• Address any ad-hoc changes on pricing, layout and correction of any errors.
• Conceptualise, design and develop new promotion campaigns visual direction.

Digital Content

• Conceptualise and develop visually engaging digital assets for various online platforms, including websites, social media, email campaigns, and digital advertising.
• Collaborate with web developers to implement and refine design elements within digital interfaces, ensuring a cohesive and responsive design.
• Adapt and optimise graphics for various screen sizes and resolutions, considering responsive design principles.
• Design and execute compelling multimedia content, such as animations, GIFs, and interactive elements, to enhance user engagement.

Key Competencies

• Creativity: The ability to generate original ideas and visually communicate concepts effectively.
• Graphic Design Software Proficiency: Mastery of design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or other relevant software.
• Understanding of Branding: Familiarity with branding principles and the ability to create designs that align with and reinforce brand identity.
• Layout and Composition: Skill in arranging visual elements within a design to create a balanced and aesthetically pleasing composition.
• Typography Skills: Understanding of typography principles and the ability to use fonts effectively in design.
• Drawing Skills: Ability to hand draw or sketch original concepts (illustrations, icons, or visual elements) is a strong bonus
• Colour Theory: Knowledge of colour principles and the ability to use colour effectively to convey messages and evoke emotions.
• Digital Media Knowledge: Understanding of digital design for various platforms, including web and social media.
• Attention to Detail: Precision and accuracy in all aspects of design work, from pixel-level details to overall layout.
• Time Management: Efficiently manage time to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to evolving design trends, technologies, and project requirements.
• Communication Skills: Ability to articulate design concepts and decisions and effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team, take constructive feedback, and contribute to a collaborative process.

Requirement (Qualification & Education)

Education Qualification & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Art/ Design/Creative Multimedia or a related field.
• 2 years’ experience working in related field for this position.
• Proficient in using design tools and design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Graphic App.
• Video editing and simple animation skills will be an added advantage
• Prior experience in retail and/or packaging design will be an advantage.

Computer Literacy Skills

• Proficient in using design tools and design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Graphic App.
• Additional editing tools (Premiere Pro, CapCut or similar).
• Microsoft Office applications.

Language Skills

• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia and English (written and spoken).
• Basic understanding of Mandarin will be an added advantage (written and spoken).

Working Environment

• Able to work extended hours on occasions when required.
• Able to work during off Day, rest day or public holiday on occasions when required

Career Mobility

• Able to move upwards within the AEON BiG Business