Assistant Designer

Macy's•New York, NY

12h•$56,280 - $93,720

About The Position

The Assistant Designer begins their career on Macy’s Design Team, learning the company culture, assigned area, brand aesthetics, and design principles. The role supports original design through innovation and teamwork, helping the team develop products that align with Private Brand direction, customer preferences, product strategy, and merchandise objectives. The Assistant Designer contributes throughout the development cycle, builds relationships with cross-functional partners, and develops design and technical skills while growing toward a career at Macy’s.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Design programs.
Strong color and print sense, including the ability to view and differentiate the color spectrum.
Ability to perform essential communication and collaboration functions; use office and computer systems; access and review written and electronic information; and move within the work environment and interact with workplace materials as needed.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail or design internships.
Working knowledge of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).

Responsibilities

Research category trends and customer preferences.
Assist the Design Team in aligning designs with Private Brand direction, including materials, trims, silhouettes, colors, and patterns.
Support the execution of a strategic, progressive, customer-centric vision and contribute to product strategy and merchandise objectives.
Prepare presentation materials and set up for design-led meetings.
Contribute to in-season design changes for the department and vendors.
Participate in cross-functional team meetings and summarize action points for the manager.
Collaborate with the people leader to meet deadlines and understand priorities and workload expectations.
Create flat mechanical sketches for design development packages.
Participate in creating and distributing tech packages.
Assist with approving strike-offs, samples, and other development materials.
Use Adobe and CLO programs for style, color, and pattern development.
Review development samples and provide feedback.
Establish relationships and maintain regular communication with cross-functional partners throughout the development cycle.
Learn to identify opportunities and develop an assortment.
Collaborate to achieve results and develop toward a career at Macy’s.
Foster acceptance and respect and build authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits.
Comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
401(k) match.
Paid time off.
Eight paid holidays.
Continuous learning and leadership development.
Colleague Resource Groups.
Volunteer opportunities.
Merchandise discounts.
Performance-based incentives.
Annual merit review.
Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice.
Tuition reimbursement.