Junior Creative Engineer

WHY JOIN US?

• We practice a vibrant & energetic office culture.

• We provide opportunities for career advancement within the company.

• Good performance is always rewarded accordingly.

“It's our people that make Astro Malaysia’s leading entertainment company. We are an inclusive employer, to enable everyone at Astro to be their best. We embrace differences – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products/services and our community. We also understand and appreciate that diversity is a driver of creativity and innovation, which will make our business more competitive, compelling and profitable.”

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

What you will do:

• Web Graphic, Social Media & Visual Design
  • Assist in designing digital assets for web banners and social media posts (static + motion).
  • Support the creation of key visuals, layouts, typography, icons, and simple illustrations that align with brand guidelines.
  • Help adapt/cutdown designs into multiple sizes and placements (IG feed/story, TikTok/Reels covers, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).

• HTML5 Banner Creation (Rich Media)
  • Support the build of HTML5 banners using HTML/CSS/JS (and basic animation libraries like GSAP where needed).
  • Help with resizing, versioning, and QA across common specs (e.g., 300×250, 300×600, 320×480, etc.).
  • Optimize assets for performance (file size, image compression, font loading) and ensure cross-browser consistency.

• Flashtalking Knowledge (Ad Serving & QA)
  • Learn and assist with Flashtalking workflows: uploading creatives, setting clicktags, adding backup images, and handling basic troubleshooting.
  • Support ad QA: verifying click-throughs, trackers, dynamic elements, loading behavior, and ensuring creative meets platform requirements.
  • Assist with simple DCO/dynamic variations (e.g., text/image swaps, multiple offers/frames) when required.

• Animation & 3D Graphics
  • Use animation and 3D tools (e.g., Premiere Pro, After Effects)to support multimedia projects.
  • Experiment with generative design tools to create dynamic visual content.

• Video Editing
  • Support video production tasks such as trimming, adding transitions, and basic effects.
  • Assist in creating short promotional or educational videos for digital and social.

• Web Technologies
  • Apply basic knowledge of HTML5, CSS (and intro JavaScript) to assist in web-related design tasks.
  • Learn how multimedia elements are integrated into websites, ad platforms, and digital placements.

• AI Knowledge
  • Use AI-powered tools (e.g., Midjourney, Genspark, ChatGPT, Stable Diffusion) to support AI projects and creative exploration.
  • Experiment with AI tools to create dynamic elements and rapid visual iterations.

• Content Ideation
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for multimedia content.
  • Help develop storyboards, social post concepts, and visual directions for campaigns.

• Learning & Development
  • Receive mentorship and training in web technologies, multimedia tools, and creative production workflows.
  • Stay updated with design trends, social formats, and emerging technologies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Creative Multimedia, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in graphic design, web design, 2D animation and video editing preferably in digital media or advertising.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe AfterEffects, Figma, HTML5, AI tools
• Ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge to translate request to design.

• Familiarity with Astro’s digital ecosystem or Malaysian media landscape is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and innovative work environment within a leading media group.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects in digital advertising.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and career development support.