Assistant Designer - Home

About the Role

Macy’s is looking for an Assistant Designer to join the Home Design team in New York. This is an entry point into the design function, where you will build knowledge of the company’s culture, brand standards, and design direction while contributing to product development. The role is ideal for someone who wants to grow as a designer, work collaboratively, and help bring original product ideas to life in a team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Do

• Build knowledge of category research, market trends, and customer preferences.
• Support the design team in translating the private brand direction into work involving materials, trims, silhouettes, color palettes, and patterns.
• Help execute the broader product vision with a customer-focused approach that supports merchandising goals and overall assortment strategy.
• Prepare presentation materials and set up meetings led by the design team.
• Contribute to seasonal design updates for the department and vendors.
• Take part in cross-functional meetings and help document key actions for the manager.
• Work closely with the people leader to stay aligned on deadlines, priorities, and workload expectations.
• Assist in producing flat mechanical sketches for development packages.
• Help create and distribute technical packages.
• Support approval of strike-offs, samples, and other development materials.
• Learn to use Adobe and CLO tools for style, color, and pattern work.
• Review samples and share feedback during development.
• Build relationships and maintain regular communication with partners across functions throughout the product development process.
• Learn how to spot assortment opportunities and contribute to assortment building.
• Work collaboratively, deliver results, and show interest in growing a long-term career with Macy’s.
• Promote a workplace culture built on respect, inclusion, and genuine connection with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred.
• Retail or design internship experience is preferred.
• You should be comfortable using office and computer systems to read, review, and manage written and electronic information.
• The role requires the ability to move around the work environment and interact with materials as needed to complete job duties.
• A flexible schedule is required based on business and department needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are important.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe design tools is expected.
• Working knowledge of PLM is considered an advantage.
• A good sense of color and print, including the ability to distinguish colors accurately, is important.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Health and wellness coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid time off.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Learning and leadership development opportunities.
• Colleague Resource Groups and volunteer opportunities.
• Merchandise discounts.
• Performance-based incentives and annual merit review.
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health counseling and legal or financial guidance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Benefits such as 401(k), medical, vision, dental, and life/disability insurance options, plus PTO accruals and holidays, may be available depending on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Additional Information

This position may qualify for performance-based incentives or bonuses. Macy’s states that the role is not fully described here and the company may update the job description at any time. Macy’s is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a diverse and inclusive workplace. This role is identified internally with the code MERCH00.

Who Can Apply

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a related area, along with an interest in retail or design internships, are encouraged to apply. The role is suited to candidates who can work flexibly and collaborate effectively in a design and merchandising environment.