The 5 most in-demand creative jobs in the Philippines

The Philippines has exceptional creative talent, and thanks to innovative platforms that allow these creative individuals to refine and improve their skills, there has been a significant increase in new talent within the creative sector. We see more universities offering newly minted courses in art and design, and we also see the increase in the younger generation gaining interest in this sector. With an increasing pool of human resources in this field, we see more companies hiring creative people into their organizations and what’s good is, they’re paying good money for it. Here are some jobs we’ve seen in the marketplace with increasing demand and with above average pay levels.

Video Game Designer:

Video Game Designers work on developing video games, focused on gameplay aesthetics, collaborating with artists and programmers to create storylines, characters, and game rules. Since the gaming industry’s birth in the 80s, and its resurgence with Sony, Sega and the other gaming console companies in the 90s, more and more companies have gotten into game development – now for a wide variety of platforms.

Game Designers play a vital role in the gaming industry’s success. Consumers have become very critical of game play graphics and always expect the best, hence the need for more innovative and creative designers in the field to produce more engaging designs. These designers earn an annual salary ranging from PHP 2,128,000 to PHP 5,398,400.

Tech UX Director:

Tech UX Directors oversee user experience to enhance brand loyalty and maintain positive user interactions. They design and evaluate user experience studies to optimize software products, to ensure that users can navigate through applications with natural ease. These UX Directors work closely with designers and user experts are really sought after. This role on average offers an annual salary between PHP 3,897,600 to PHP 6,400,800.

Agency Creative Director:

Even with the emergence of AI tools that churn out creatives on the fly, creative resources to manage the overall direction of the artwork is still very much in demand. Agencies all over the world hire Creative Directors to manage the creative process – ensuring high-quality creative output in marketing and advertising. They lead creative teams, oversee production, and develop efficient marketing strategies. This role is usually a senior position in the organization and requires at least five to eight years of experience and offers an annual salary between PHP 2,464,000 to PHP 9,128,000.

Social Media Campaign Manager:

No business trying to make a dent online can exist without a Social Media Campaign Manager. These managers engage followers and customers online by creating content, responding to comments, and managing brand presence across social media platforms. These “SocMed” Managers often run a team of social media specialist that make up the group that ensures there’s always relevant content for a company’s audience on their social pages and make sure engagement with these “followers” are constant. They aim to increase brand exposure and work closely with Social Media Strategists. This position offers an annual salary between PHP 1,848,000 to PHP 4,872,000.

Digital Animator:

Digital Animators are the creative geniuses responsible for highly engaging content across digital platforms. They create animations digitally for various purposes like web, presentations, and video games. They need to have technical skills and knowledge of animation software, contributing to their portfolio with high-quality work, and remain highly creative in the way they execute. Digital Animators earn a competitive annual salary between PHP 2,240,000 to PHP 5,040,000.

These creative jobs are in high demand in the Philippines and overseas as well. They are now essential roles in businesses across every industry and are definitely no longer “nice to haves”. These roles now form part of the core capabilities that companies need to have to remain competitive. Due to the growing digital landscape, the need for engaging content, and the continuous evolution of technology and user experience requirements will continue to increase.

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Career Connect Editorial Team