Seasonal Retail Visual Merchandiser, Queens Center
About The Position
Be part of an Amazing Story Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work. Job Overview 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.
- Involves standing for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 30lbs., stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.
- Reaching, including above eye level.
- Requires 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
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
