Graphic Designer

Role summary

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The Graphic Designer supports the resort’s marketing and communications activities by creating visual content for digital platforms, print materials, events, promotions, signage, and guest communications. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field; strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite; a good understanding of branding, typography, photography, and layout; and a professional portfolio. The candidate is expected to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, maintain brand standards, collaborate with marketing and operational teams, and adapt creative work for luxury hospitality audiences. Previous hotel, resort, or lifestyle-brand experience and strong English communication skills would be advantageous.

About the employer

The Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui is a luxury beachfront resort located on Thailand’s tropical island of Koh Samui. It is part of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, a Marriott International luxury brand known for highly personalized service, elegant accommodation, refined dining, and memorable guest experiences. The resort combines contemporary design with local island character and offers villas, suites, restaurants, wellness facilities, leisure activities, and event spaces. Its team serves an international clientele and operates to demanding standards covering presentation, hospitality, privacy, and attention to detail. Employees may receive benefits such as staff meals, uniforms, training, accommodation support, service charge, and career opportunities within Marriott, depending on the employment package and local policy. The property is well suited to candidates interested in luxury resort operations and an international working environment.

Working in Thailand

Koh Samui offers employment opportunities in luxury hotels, restaurants, wellness, tourism, property services, sales, events, and water-based activities. The island has a relaxed lifestyle, warm weather, beaches, markets, temples, and a strong international community, although living costs can be higher than in some mainland Thai destinations. Local culture values politeness, respect for Buddhist traditions, modest behavior at temples, and practical teamwork. Popular areas include Chaweng, Bophut, Maenam, and Lamai, with quieter options inland. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and Thai work permit; working before authorization is not permitted. Employers often assist with documentation, but candidates should confirm visa, accommodation, insurance, transport, and service-charge terms before relocating. Housing, scooters, healthcare access, and seasonal weather should also be considered when planning a move.