Retail Visual Merchandiser, Queens Center - Full Time

Macy's•New York, NY

2h•$17 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for executing and maintaining compelling visual displays to enhance the shopping experience and promote products. You will be focused on visual presentations, seasonal fashion trend statements, three dimensional propping, vinyl applications, promotional events and corporate shop concepts.

Requirements

Knowledge of art, design, fashion, and interior decoration
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to facilitate open and continuous communication within the team and across functional lines
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments
Possess vision and have ability to think creatively
Strong sense of urgency and able to shift priorities as needed
Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Self-starter in adapting quickly to changing customer expectations and needs
High School Diploma or equivalent
Constant moving, talking, hearing, lifting, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
Standing for at least two consecutive hours
Lifting at least 30lbs.
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders
Reaching, including above eye level
Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions

Nice To Haves

additional education or training in Art or Merchandising is preferred
Merchandise or Visual presentation experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Creatively execute all Visual Merchandising projects and Marketing Campaigns in assigned departments on a monthly, quarterly, and seasonal basis.
Demonstrate resourcefulness when executing assigned projects by adding elements that compliment Macy’s style formats.
Select merchandise from selling floor to style mannequins, forms, and/or drapers
Exhibit strong awareness of Fashion trends.
Maintain high customer readiness through a brand right and elevated shopping environment while maintaining accessibility standards at all times.
Install collateral for promotional and special events in accordance with marketing calendar.
Install all vinyl ,wall signing ,prop collateral per company direction.
Construct, paint, staple, glue, install three dimensional visual collateral per company direction.
Set-up and maintain fixtures using hand tools, such as saws , hammers, screwdrivers, staple guns, ladders, scissors, nails, spray paint, spray glue, and knives
Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures 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