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Editorial Content Assistant- Home
Location:
New York, NY
Description:
Bring Your Amazing Self to Work At Macy's, Inc. we're on a mission to create a brighter future with bold representation for all. This is our Mission Every One. We know that each person here is unique. So we respect and invest in each individual to create growth, pride, and satisfaction. If we are able to bring our whole selves to work, it translates into a more abundant and wider array of ideas and energy for all to benefit from. Our success will be built on amazing colleagues, working together. Job Overview The Assistant, Editorial Content manages the product content and styling of non-promotional marketing across all media types, with a focus on digital platforms. They create inspirational and engaging stories through product selections that highlight key categories, trends, brand priorities, and consumer interests. The Editor collaborates with Merchants, Business Strategy teams, CCP, Social, Creative, Project Management, and Site Merchandising teams to develop product messaging that aligns with the merchandising vision and resonates with the target customer. They coordinate with the Business Strategy Associate and other Editorial Content Assistants to ensure product selections align with the editorial content calendar. They must have a keen eye for product details and the ability to influence at various levels. Additional duties may be assigned. What You Will Do Stay curious about emerging trends in home decor, marketing, travel, technology, and appliances through competitive analysis, including media, in-store observations, digital guides, emails, social media, mobile apps, and cultural trends. Proactively offer new and innovative creative marketing ideas for all channels. Maintain and adhere to the marketing workflow calendar to ensure all projects are planned and executed on schedule. Establish best practices and processes for non-promotional marketing content across all functions, identifying and addressing areas for efficiency improvement. Lead and influence marketing and creative teams to support the merchant vision and strategy. Communicate with merchants on marketing initiatives related to product direction, storytelling, sample collection, due dates, and the turn-in process for all non-promotional marketing types across print, digital, and social platforms. Attend turn-ins to present products to the creative, marketing, and project management teams. Act as an internal project manager to ensure the successful execution of assigned projects from inception through completion across all channels. This includes collaborating with marketing on briefs, managing print/digital turn-ins, overseeing digital testing/product pools, and finalizing mobile and social applications. Collaborate closely with the Editorial Content Director and Business Strategy teams to ensure all CFOB marketing vehicles tell a cohesive story that supports key categories, relevant trends, product priorities, brands, and current consumer interests. Work with visual teams to style selected in-store CFOB moments and OYS fixtures. Evaluate and phase out legacy approaches that no longer align with the current strategy. Foster an engaging and collaborative culture with team members and cross-functional partners. Proactively maintain networks and stay consistently engaged. Maintain regular, dependable attendance and punctuality. Skills You Will Need Trend Analysis and Curiosity: Ongoing curiosity about emerging trends in home decor, marketing, travel, technology, and appliances, and ability to perform competitive analysis through various channels. Creative and Innovative Thinking: Proactively offer new and innovative creative marketing ideas for all channels. Project Management: Maintain and adhere to the marketing workflow calendar, and act as an internal project manager for successful execution of assigned projects from inception to completion. Process Improvement: Establish best practices and processes for non-promotional marketing content, identifying and addressing areas for efficiency improvement. Leadership and Influence: Lead and influence marketing and creative teams to support the merchant vision and strategy. Communication and Collaboration: Communicate effectively with merchants and collaborate closely with the Editorial Content Director, Business Strategy teams, and other Editorial Content Assistants. Presentation Skills: Attend turn-ins to present products to creative, marketing, and project management teams, and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees. Attention to Detail: Have a keen eye for product details and ensure product selections align with the editorial content calendar. Negotiation Skills: Demonstrate excellent negotiation skills. Who You Are Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy's aspires to achieve every day in every way. Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. 3-6 years of relevant work experience. 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. Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs. What We Can Offer You An inclusive, challenging, and refreshingly fun work environment Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity Performance incentives and annual merit review Merchandise discounts Health and Wellness Benefits across medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling and legal/financial advice) Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development 8 paid holidays Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date) Tuition reimbursement program Guild education benefit funds 100% of tuition, books, and fees in designated programs Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results About Macy's Now is an exciting time for a Macy's career as we continue to focus on creating exciting and memorable experiences for every Macy's customer, whether their journey starts online or in the store. Our opportunities in Sales, Merchandise, Operations, Customer Service, Warehouse, Marketing, and other areas let you express your creativity and commitment to excellence, grow your career and make a difference to your Macy's colleagues and customers.Bring your creativity, energy, and ideas to the Macy's team - 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.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.
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