Senior Creative Specialist

2 Months ago • 5-8 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Creative Specialist will be responsible for design and visual communication, translating briefs into compelling visuals with expertise in Adobe Creative Suite. The role requires strong conceptual thinking, balancing business objectives with creative execution. Responsibilities include production and art direction for photo and video shoots, managing creative teams, and ensuring quality across all visual assets. The specialist will also handle print production, collaborate with stakeholders, present creative ideas, and understand branding and marketing fundamentals. Additionally, the role involves mentoring junior designers and adapting to fast-paced environments with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Must have:

Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Strong foundation in design principles
Ability to translate briefs into compelling visuals
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects
Strong knowledge of design principles
Strong project management skills
Able to work independently within tight deadlines
Good communication skills
Proficiency in English and Bahasa

Good to have:

Proficiency in Mandarin
Familiarity with motion/video tools
Experience with digital cameras and gear
Knowledge of export settings
Familiar with print production processes
Experience working with external vendors
Experience mentoring junior designers

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Job Details

Job Responsibilities

Design & Visual Communication

Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
Strong foundation in design principles: typography, layout, composition, colour theory, and branding
Ability to translate briefs into compelling visuals and conceptual directions
Eye for detail and consistency across all visual assets

Creative & Conceptual Thinking

Capable of turning abstract ideas or loose briefs into clear creative directions
Able to balance business objectives with creative execution

Production & Art Direction

Has the experience in planning and leading photo and video shoots, from pre-production to post-production
Ability to brief and manage photographers, videographers, stylists, and production crews
Understanding of framing, lighting, scene composition, and storytelling in both stills and video
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro and other relevant motion/video tools
Experience handling digital cameras(e.g. Sony, Canon, Panasonic)
Understanding of framing, lighting, and audio capture
Familiarity with basic gear: tripods, gimbals, lights, external mics
Knowledge of export settings for different platforms (social, web, broadcast)

Print & Production Knowledge

Familiar with print production processes
Understanding of materials, print specs, and final artwork requirements
Experience working with external vendors and ensuring accurate production delivery

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Strong interpersonal skills; able to manage diverse personalities and difficult conversations with professionalism
Experienced in managing stakeholder expectations and aligning teams toward a shared creative vision
Able to present creative ideas clearly and confidently to both internal teams and external clients

Business & Brand Understanding

Good grasp of branding, marketing, and advertising fundamentals
Able to understand business goals and adapt creative work to meet strategic needs
Keeps up-to-date with creative trends, especially in digital, social, and commercial design

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Experience mentoring or guiding junior designers and freelancers
Comfortable giving constructive feedback and reviewing creative work to maintain quality

Pace, Adaptability & Ownership

Able to work under pressure with urgent requests and shifting priorities
Works with a strong sense of urgency, ownership, and accountability
Quick to adapt and find solutions when dealing with last-minute changes or unclear briefs

Job Requirements

Candidate must possess a Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Art/Design/Multimedia/Visual Communication or equivalent
5 to 8 years of professional experience in a graphic environment organization
Design software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
Proficiency in using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and other relevant motion/video tools
Strong knowledge of design principles, including typography, layout, colour theory, and visual art direction
Strong project management skills
Able to work independently within tight deadlines and can adapt well in a fast paced environment
Good communication skills, discipline, hardworking, detail oriented, high dedication and care for the business
Proficiency in English and Bahasa. Proficiency in Mandarin will be added advantage