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Macy's · 2 hours ago

Assistant Designer

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Macy's is a storied company that has been a part of America's heart for over 160 years. The Assistant Designer role is an entry-level position on the Design Team, focusing on learning the company culture and assisting in the design process while contributing to product strategy and merchandise objectives.

Consumer GoodsFashionRetail

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding and skills in researching category, trend, and customer preferences

Assist the Design Team in aligning with the Private Brand direction by incorporating materials, trims, silhouettes, colors, and patterns

Expand design knowledge by supporting the team in executing a strategic vision with a progressive, customer-centric approach, contributing to overall product strategy and merchandise objectives

Assist in preparing presentation materials and set-up for design-led meetings

Contribute to in-season design changes for the department and vendors

Strengthen skills for active participation in cross-functional team meetings, summarizing action points for the manager

Collaborate closely with the people leader to meet deadlines and understand priority and workload expectations

Assist and develop skills in creating flat mechanical sketches for design development packages

Participate in creating and distributing tech packages

Assist in approving strike-offs, samples, and other development materials

Acquire skills in using Adobe and CLO programs for style, color, and pattern development

Review and provide feedback on development samples

Establish relationships and maintain regular communication with cross-functional partners throughout the development cycle

Learn on the job how to identify opportunities and develop an assortment

Demonstrate the ability to collaborate and achieve results with a desire to grow within the company and pursue a career at Macy’s

Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities

Qualification

Research SkillsTechnical SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationTechnical ProficiencyColorPrint SensePresentation SkillsPLM KnowledgeRelationship BuildingAdaptabilityCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field

Ability to develop an understanding and skills in researching category, trend, and customer preferences

Competency in preparing presentation materials and setting up for design-led meetings

Strong skills for actively participating in cross-functional team meetings, summarizing action points for the manager, and collaborating closely with team leaders to meet deadlines

Ability to create flat mechanical sketches for design development packages

Ability to work with Adobe and CLO programs for style, color, and pattern development

Ability to participate in creating and distributing tech packages

Establish relationships and maintain regular communication with cross-functional partners throughout the development cycle

Willingness to learn on the job, identify opportunities, and develop an assortment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Design programs

Strong color sense and print sense, with the ability to view and differentiate the color spectrum

Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs

Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel

Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms

Requires close vision

Preferred

Experience in retail or design internships

Working knowledge of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Merchandise discounts

Performance-based incentives

Annual merit review

Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice

Tuition reimbursement

Company

Macy's

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Macy's is America’s store for life. The largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc.

Founded in 1858

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.macysjobs.com

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