SVP, Creative and Production

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 SVP, Executive Creative Director (ECD) will inspire, lead, and build best-in-class breakthrough creative integrated marketing campaigns and ensure a cohesive and innovative brand presence across various consumer touchpoint and platforms.

What You Will Do

• Provide visionary leadership to the creative team, setting strategic direction and fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence
• Promote creative improvement and development contributing to a culture of innovation, excellence and accountability
• Create unique value propositions based on unmet human needs, societal trends, and product proof points
• Articulate compelling insights-based narratives and create visual expressions that resonate with customers and drive brand love
• Define and create aspirational worlds of meaningful equities for our brand
• Orchestrate brand-defining creative solutions that address strategic business objectives
• Develop creative concepts that differentiate the brand and resonate with the target audience
• Develop key messaging and positioning that effectively communicates the brand's value proposition
• Utilize consumer insights and market data to inform creative decisions and refine campaign strategies
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in advertising and creative strategy
• Act as a trusted strategic advisor to Macy's CMO and senior leadership, offering valuable insights and recommendations on creative direction and marketing strategies
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment by cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders across departments and levels of the organization, ensuring cohesive brand experiences
• Lead the conceptualization and execution of all advertising campaigns, including print, digital, and video content, ensuring alignment with brand standards and strategic objectives
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging, imagery, and tone across all creative deliverables, maintaining brand integrity and cohesion
• Collaborate with external partners, agencies, and vendors to enhance Macy's creative capabilities and expand its reach and impact in the market
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, proactively identifying opportunities for innovation and differentiation in the marketplace
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the creative team, instilling a commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering best-in-class creative solutions
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Skills You Will Need

Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute creative strategies that align with overarching marketing objectives and brand vision. A strategic thinker with a data-driven approach to decision-making, continuously striving for measurable results.

Inspirational Leadership: Proven track record of providing visionary leadership to creative teams, fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams including marketing, merchandising, and digital departments to ensure cohesive brand experiences.

Brand Development: Expertise in driving the development of visually compelling assets and multimedia content that resonate with target audiences, reinforcing brand identity and values.

Talent Development: Proven ability to recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing creative teams, fostering professional growth and succession planning.

Communication: Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, enabling the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.

Efficient Project Management: Strong project management skills to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
• 10-15 years of combined experience in creative leadership roles, with a significant portion in agency settings.
• 10+ years of experience with a proven track record of success in leading creative teams within advertising or marketing agencies, working with diverse clients and industries.
• 5+ years of experience in retail or consumer-focused environments, demonstrating an understanding or retail-specific challenges and opportunities.
• 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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