Assistant Designer - Home

Are you passionate about creating beautiful and functional home spaces? Do you have a keen eye for design and a knack for staying on top of the latest trends? If so, Macy's is looking for you to join our team as an Assistant Designer for our Home department. As an Assistant Designer, you will work closely with our experienced design team to bring our vision to life and provide our customers with an exceptional shopping experience. We are seeking someone who is creative, detail-oriented, and has a strong understanding of the home decor industry. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

1. Collaborate with the design team to create visually appealing and functional home spaces.
2. Stay up-to-date with current design trends and incorporate them into product selection and merchandising.
3. Assist in the development of new product lines and collections.
4. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify potential opportunities and areas for improvement.
5. Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas for product design and marketing strategies.
6. Support the design team in creating mood boards, sketches, and other visual aids to communicate design concepts.
7. Assist with product sourcing, including attending trade shows and visiting vendor showrooms.
8. Review and approve samples for quality and design accuracy.
9. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, such as buying, marketing, and visual merchandising, to ensure cohesive and effective execution of design plans.
10. Maintain organized and accurate records of product development, including specifications, pricing, and vendor information.
11. Assist in the preparation and presentation of design pitches to senior management.
12. Continuously seek opportunities to improve and enhance the overall customer experience in the Home department.
13. Adhere to company brand standards and design guidelines.
14. Mentor and train junior team members as needed.
15. Represent the company and department in a professional and positive manner at all times.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Assistant Designer - Home in Raleigh, NC, USA is $40,000 - $55,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as experience, skills, and the specific company or industry the assistant designer works in. Additionally, location can also play a role in salary, as larger cities or more competitive markets may offer higher salaries for this type of position.

Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 670 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. It operates its business under the brand names Macy's, Bloomingdale's, and Bluemercury, which sells merchandise, including apparel and accessories, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other consumer goods. It also provides various support functions to the company's retail operations through its subsidiaries namely, FDS Bank; Macy's Systems and Technology, Inc; Macy's Merchandising Group, Inc; and Macy's Logistics and Operations.