Graphic Designer - Trend

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 Graphic Designer for Trend Research & Forecasting is responsible for the creation of all presentation materials needed to support the team. This includes digital templates, videos and effects, and the merge of digital and physical assets to creative dynamic presentations for the enterprise. This position must demonstrate innovative design and technology application, solid comprehension of design and trend formatting, and an artistic sensibility towards typography, color, scale and composition. This role also supports graphic design innovation, and visual trend research to ensure all materials are on the forefront of trend content sharing.

Essential Functions

The Graphic Designer will be known as a trusted, collaborative, and results-oriented creator, business partner, and change agent who can influence across the team and connect external visual trends, with internal format needs. The ideal candidate needs to be comfortable and effective leading through significant complexity, possess curiosity in learning, and exemplify an industry-leading mindset. The ideal candidate will be known for a strong orientation for speed, and iteration on matrix’d requests and needs.

What You Will Do

• Translate trend vision into dynamic presentation tools, forms of media (i.e. mood boards, videos, trend books, presentations, sample cards for the enterprise organization)
• Design captivating, easy-to-use color templates, based on Trend Research & Forecasting team trend predictions.
• Create print & digital media from all available resources. Research and pull product-related graphics and to create materials.
• Foster cultural curiosity, and establish both internal and external expertise in the field.
• Design and produce trend forecasting templates, printed publications, digital presentations, videos, strategy presentations, press event environmental graphics/signage, and market, runway, and street recaps across all FOBs.
• Develop self by participating in ongoing professional development, travel, immersions, and training.
• Seek out innovative solutions to existing customer and/or Company challenges.
• Communicate with candor and value open debate to ensure the best ideas come to life.
• Develop concepts and implement design strategies for creative and compelling templates and layout solutions.
• Scan and retouch all image content.
• Research editorials, blogs, and key fashion sites to stay current on graphic trends.
• Maintain and enforce quality of digital design documents, ensuring they are accurate and error-free.
• Maintain workflow calendar to ensure that projects are planned and executed according to schedule.
• Maintain an industry presence that allows for connections, new business opportunities, and ideas at Macy’s. Represent and support the Macy’s brand while maintaining this presence.

• Inspires, motivates, and influences the behavior of others to drive high performance
• Engages team to examine current practices and encourages creative thinking about how things could be more effective and efficient.
• Asserts own ideas and persuades others in a clear, confident, and composed manner. Tailors message for the audience and is able to gain support and commitment from others.
• Comfortable with taking risks and celebrating risk-taking regardless of outcome
• Collaborative, consultative style with a strong ability to establish trust and build relationships across all levels and functions of the organization.
• Resilient, tenacious, and high energy. Able to rapidly bounce back from adversity.
• Embraces change with realistic optimism and persists through challenges and setbacks caused by change.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent preferred.
• Ideally, 4-plus years of experience in graphic and video design.
• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Video Creation, Canva, Motion Graphics, AI Tools.
• Ability to influence partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and Company needs.

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some Additional Benefits We Offer Include

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

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!

This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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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.