Technical Designer

About the client

Our client is a GWP Expert headquartered in Malaysia where their purpose is to create excitement in the marketplace and inspire joy! As pioneers in Gift With Purchase (GWP) they transcend the ordinary curating unique experiences tailored to their clients promotional visions.

Their team a blend of creative minds operational maestros and marketing enthusiasts is the driving force behind our industry leadership. Join them in a workplace where innovation knows no bounds creativity is celebrated and every day is an opportunity to elevate together.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Technical Art Director the Technical Designer is responsible for translating creative concept designs into finalised artworks meticulously prepared for manufacturing or printing.

This role entails seamless collaboration with diverse parties including creative operations and various development teams to bring projects to fruition in various forms. Considering comprehensive requirements from clients creative teams production and operations the Technical Designer harmoniously merges all elements to ensure the successful realization of each project.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Foster strong collaboration and work closely with Production and Creative departments to understand art direction and requirements translating them into feasible products.
• Act as a bridge between the Creative team and the Production team facilitating the seamless flow of design and ideas.
• Take responsibility for the final artwork stage developing 2D layouts for printing and production purposes.
• Proactively anticipate problems technical needs and possess in-depth knowledge of how products are made.
• Participate in pre-production and post-production by providing design specifications visual support evaluating samples for approval creating packaging layouts and capturing final product photos.
• Ensure the accuracy of designs through meticulous drawing sample and artwork checking meeting design criteria and specifications.
• Maintain efficient working procedures to streamline processes.
• Work under various client portfolios for career progression determining design expertise. Senior positions may cover specific client portfolios based on requirements and expertise.
• Uphold excellent individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) under creative divisional KPI settings.
• Provide reliable support to team members and team a senior position offer strong support directly to team leaders and other team members.

Additional

• Implementing collaboration and direct communication especially with procurement teams and vendors to ensure clarity and high accuracy in production outcomes.
• Support the implementation of innovative solutions from hire-level by providing feedback and insights on new tools techniques and approaches to enhance the quality and effectiveness of outputs.
• Provide engineering approach and assist in providing technical expertise in the long term by actively participating in upscaling and upgrading efforts within the organisation. This may involve contributing ideas for training programs sharing best practices and staying updated on industry advancements.
• Participate in analysing workflow and internal standard operating procedures (SOPs) for improvement. Provide input and suggestions to Technical Art Director to identify areas for enhancement streamline processes and optimise efficiency productivity and quality in the technical design process.

Skill Experience & Qualification

• Diploma/Degree in Product Design Graphic Design Printing Technology Manufacturing Engineering Applied Science Art & Design or equivalent.
• For entry-level positions 1 or 2 years of related experience is a bonus or open to fresh graduates. Senior positions require 2-4 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Proficiency in 3D Development software such as Rhinoceros & KeyShot.
• Knowledge of colors including Pantone CMYK and certain printing processes.
• Knowledge or experience in manufacturing processes materials molding or production.
• Understanding of processing and producing Final Artwork.
• Keen attention to detail in artworks and organizational skills for files and libraries.
• Practicing a systematic approach in working procedures communication and documentation.
• Good command in English and open to working onsite.