Job Description
Be part of an amazing story.
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 Stylist Assistant supports the LIC (Long Island City) Content Studio by organizing, prepping, and pressing a high volume of product for daily on-figure photography. The Stylist Assistant maintains Macy’s imagery standards and helps execute styling direction across a wide variety of shoots.
What You Will Do
- Stay current on industry trends, techniques, and the competitive landscape for online photo content creation.
- Work independently while supporting stylist counterparts with a range of styling techniques.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Partner with team managers to align on creative direction and anticipate needs for upcoming projects.
- Proactively solve problems and deliver solutions that meet creative objectives.
- Support managing stylists, stylist counterparts, and photographers.
- Collaborate with Photo Directors, Designers, Merchandise Coordinators, and Operations teams.
- Ensure consistency and quality in image creation across all content.
- Build strong partnerships across all studio teams.
- Maintain consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
- In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.
Skills You Will Need
Garment Prep & Product Readiness: Strong proficiency in prepping, pinning, steaming, and pressing apparel, footwear, and accessories to ensure all product is camera-ready for high-volume on-figure and still life shoots.
Styling Support & Execution: Ability to support stylists with core styling techniques, maintain on-set readiness, and execute against established styling direction and brand standards.
Attention to Detail: High level of precision in garment presentation, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality across all imagery in a fast-paced studio environment.
Time Management & Productivity: Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver against tight deadlines in a high-volume, deadline-driven production setting.
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership: Strong ability to work effectively with stylists, photographers, designers, merchandising, and operations teams to support seamless production workflows.
Problem Solving & Adaptability: Proactive approach to identifying issues and delivering practical solutions to meet creative and production objectives in an ever-changing environment.
Communication & Professionalism: Clear, concise communicator who maintains a professional presence aligned with Macy’s brand and keeps team members informed.
Independence & Initiative: Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to overall team success.
Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively across all levels and diverse teams.
Trend Awareness & Creative Curiosity: Working knowledge of industry trends and techniques for online photo content that informs everyday execution.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with photography studio environments and production workflows is a plus.
Flexibility & Work Ethic: Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, flexible schedules, and the demands of a high-energy, fast-paced studio environment.
Who You Are
- Candidates with a High School diploma or equivalent are encouraged to apply.
- 1-plus years of experience in a photography studio environment, with an emphasis on still life photography.
- This position requires heavy lifting, constant moving, remaining in a stationary position, and reaching with arms and hands. Involves remaining in a stationary position for at least two consecutive hours, lifting at least 35 lbs. stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders. May involve reaching above eye level. Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.
What We Can Offer You
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
Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.
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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