Creative Specialist

Job Overview

Macy’s Studios, a division within Macy’s, holds the distinct responsibility of curating and executing Macy’s renowned annual spectacles, such as the Macy’s Flower Show, Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and Macy’s Holiday Celebrations. With a dedicated focus on infusing the essence of Macy’s into each event, Macy’s Studios orchestrates memorable experiences through meticulous planning and flawless execution, extending its influence not only within the company but also across the broader entertainment landscape.

What You Will Do

• Utilizing your skills as a graphic designer, design and lead an array of event collateral across multiple mediums.
• Art direct and lead campaign direction.
• Thoughtfully interact with an array of partners both inside and outside of Macy’s.
• Create and edit presentation decks.
• Evaluate creative briefs to ensure clarity and alignment on direction before commencing work.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to generate campaign and project concepts that fulfill creative brief objectives.
• Enthusiastically conduct research to infuse innovation into solutions, spanning new fashion and promotional ideas to fresh digital content and experiences.
• Utilize an understanding of design systems, grids, color, typography, illustration, and photography to convey clear and powerful messages.
• Create presentations that effectively articulate and inspire support for new ideas.
• Plan, prioritize, and produce a high volume of work, taking ownership from start to finish.
• Ensure the Macy’s Studios brand guidelines are met throughout partner assets, internally and externally.
• Meet deadlines and proactively communicate project status to partners and leaders.
• Inspire others through an innovative approach to design, ideation, and ways of working.
• Bring energy and enthusiasm to the team by participating in celebrations, peer mentoring, volunteering, and fundraising events.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills You Will Need

• Design Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in designing communications that align with brand narratives on diverse topics.
• Customer Insights: Ability to leverage rich customer insights and curiosity about shopper motivations to create compelling design solutions.
• Creative Approach: Passion for research and quick grasp of project requirements, contributing to shaping a creative approach.
• Collaboration: Collaborative work with copywriters to ensure clear and compelling communication of product features and benefits.
• Design Systems Mastery: Mastery of design systems with meticulous attention to detail to fortify the brand across digital, emerging, and traditional media.
• Curiosity and Innovation: Characterized by curiosity, innovation, and a conceptual mindset, thriving in a collaborative and debate-driven environment.
• Project Management: Planning, prioritizing, and producing a high volume of work, taking ownership from start to finish.
• Graphic Design Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in utilizing Adobe Creative Suite tools, including XD, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Additional: Possessing experience with Motion & After Effects is considered a valuable asset.

Who You Are

• This role involves performing essential job functions such as communication, collaboration, and use of office and computer systems.
• Responsibilities include the ability to access and review written and electronic information, and to move within the work environment and interact with workplace materials as needed to carry out job responsibilities.

What We Can Offer You

• A dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits.
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future.
• Paid time off and eight paid holidays.
• Continuous learning and leadership development.
• Mercant discounts, performance-based incentives/bonuses, and more.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy’s! Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives. Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!

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This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at macysJOBS.com.