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The rise of AI-powered applications and software has put certain jobs across the nation at risk. \u2014 Reuters pic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will AI take your job? For most Malaysians, not quite yet<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Ian Jeremiah Patrick<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday, 06 Aug 2025 7:00 AM MYT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 \u2014 The world has come a long way since the 1980s and 90s \u2014 we\u2019re now in the digital age, and while technology \u2014 particularly artificial intelligence (AI) \u2014 has greatly improved everyday life, it has also raised questions about job security, a concern that extends globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of this transformation is artificial intelligence (AI), a tool that has made daily tasks more convenient, but also sparked concerns over job security \u2014 including here in Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As AI capabilities grow more sophisticated, the conversation is shifting from if it will affect jobs to how and which ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s something human resources (HR) professional Shukor Fuad, 41, knows all too well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based in Petaling Jaya with 17 years of HR experience, Shukor believes the impact of AI on jobs in Malaysia largely depends on the nature of the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He notes that while certain roles \u2014 particularly those that are repetitive or process-driven \u2014 may be replaced or significantly changed, AI is also generating entirely new job opportunities that previously did not exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cRather than viewing AI purely as a threat, I believe we should see it as a tool to enhance human capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe key is to embrace and integrate AI into our work, and most importantly, to continuously reskill and upskill ourselves,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He emphasised that by adapting to these changes, individuals not only remain relevant but also enhance their competitive edge in an increasingly digital and global job market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cUltimately, it\u2019s about adaptability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe workforce that learns to work with AI rather than against it will thrive in the future economy,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And today, that shift is already underway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roles once thought untouchable \u2014 in design, marketing, customer service \u2014 are now being re-evaluated in light of automation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"In<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the past two years alone, many graphic design departments in Malaysia have seen their doors closed. \u2014 Pixabay pic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graphic designers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graphic designers fall squarely into that category, where these past two years alone, many corporate graphic design departments have closed their doors, while those that remain often operate with only one or two staff members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One main reason is the existence of design tools like Canva and DesignWizard, which have made it easier for anyone to handle design tasks efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do professional graphic designers still matter? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graphic designer Sandy Loh, 29, told Malay Mail<\/em> that while these tools make design more accessible, they mostly handle simple, template-based tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere is still strong demand for designers in Malaysia \u2014 including in the business sector \u2014 largely because they bring cultural insights, emotional depth, and creativity that AI tools cannot replicate, especially when crafting authentic, locally resonant content,\u201d said Loh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graphic designers\u2019 jobs will still be valuable in the future, according to Nathan How, 25, but full-time roles may decline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAI tools seem to be levelling the playing field, allowing for less skilled and experienced users to create designs themselves,\u201d said the graphic designer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loh added that designers need to adapt and upskill to stay relevant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Copywriting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Copywriting is no longer a guaranteed safe career path due to the rise of AI writing tools like ChatGPT. \u2014 Pixabay pic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Copywriters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting into copywriting isn\u2019t the safest move these days either, especially with ChatGPT quickly becoming Malaysians\u2019 favourite writing companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to copywriter Muzakir, 36, AI writing tools might look impressive, but they still have trouble understanding the deeper meanings of language and culture, especially in a diverse country like Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wordsmith Matthew Corban, 32, added that the role of a copywriter isn\u2019t becoming obsolete but evolving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAI tools have shifted expectations \u2014 lowering the barrier to entry while also raising the standard for what good copy should achieve,\u201d said Matthew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both Matthew and Muzakir agree that the job scope remains stable for now, with many workplaces still hiring fresh graduates and interns \u2014 a trend likely to continue in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIf copywriters become unnecessary in the future, it will be because the job of persuasive communication has evolved beyond just text,\u201d said Muzakir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI heard a quote recently,\u201d said Matthew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAI won\u2019t take your job, but a human with AI will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201cChatGPT and other tools still need someone to operate them, and companies are going to hire the person who can make the most of those tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBesides, there\u2019s always going to be a need for real, human copy,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"While<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While AI coding tools exist, they are not advanced enough to fully replace human programmers. \u2014 Pixabay pic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Computer programmers <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Right when you least expect it, computer programmers have joined the bandwagon \u2014 thanks to the rise of coding tools like Copilot and Qodo, evidently used by about 55 to 60 per cent of Malaysians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigel Ng, 26, a computer programmer of eight years, stated that with the existence of these applications, it is not replacing programmers\u2019 role nationwide, a sentiment echoed by fellow programmer Callum Song, 26, who said the role is evolving rather than disappearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI read in a journal about the concept of 70 per cent rule where AI can take you about 70 per cent of the way, but the remaining 30 per cent is where today\u2019s computer programmers step in,\u201d said Nigel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe still need to review bugs and validate the code that generative AI produces because it often doesn\u2019t account for task-specific requirements.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another programmer, Andrew Corban, 29, added that while AI may reduce team size by cutting bloat, any serious development team knows skilled engineers are still essential for architecture, oversight, and secure development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There remains strong nationwide interest in pursuing programming, especially among millennials, and AI looks to become more of a toolbox for programmers in the future instead of a full blown replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigel advises that one needs to be smart about where AI can succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSome models are good at building mathematical frameworks, others aren\u2019t \u2014 knowing which one to use is what makes a good programmer,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhile programming languages may become more automated, human interaction with technology remains essential both nationwide and globally,\u201d Callum added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Video<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Video editing platforms like Sora One can automate complex video editing tasks, but they still fall short of replacing professional video editors. \u2014 Pixabay pic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Video production\/editors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In video production, editing is another job that could be at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like the AI-powered tools available for design, writing, and coding, Sora One automates complex editing tasks, making it easier for less skilled users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, according to videographers Kevin, 26, and Jia, 26, these tools still aren\u2019t advanced enough to take over the roles of editors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThey are useful mainly for speeding up certain tasks or as a reference, but cannot replace human creativity,\u201d said Kevin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both Kevin and Jia doubt the roles will become obsolete in the future, but it\u2019s a fear faced in the field of video production nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe role of a video editor will only become obsolete if AI tools can truly understand the creative process and trends necessary to craft videos tailored to a creator\u2019s needs,\u201d Kevin added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jia believes it\u2019s important to think outside the box and recognise the fear of AI, as that fear can help Malaysians assess the situation more clearly instead of simply resisting it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cInstead, individuals should ask themselves how they can differentiate themselves from what AI can do,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the future of AI is still unfolding, one thing is clear: it\u2019s more likely to assist Malaysians at work than replace them entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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