Responsibilities

• Strengthen the company’s narrative by showcasing Macy’s as a leading brand and retail innovator.
• Develop and execute integrated short- and long-term communications strategies for key initiatives, including partnerships, collaborations, product launches, market expansions, consumer campaigns, and event activations that generate positive media coverage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with traditional and emerging media contacts, with a focus on national outlets and priority markets across the country.
• Create, edit, and distribute press materials, media advisories, key messages, and other media assets, while proactively pitching stories and securing earned media opportunities.
• Cultivate productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including company executives, brand and product leaders, civic partners, and nonprofit organizations.
• Provide media training and strategic counsel to spokespeople, helping executives strengthen thought leadership and represent Macy’s effectively at the national and local levels.
• Navigate complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges while managing media interactions with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Partner with the External Communications team to measure, analyze, and report media results through project-based and quarterly recaps.
• Review internal and external communications materials to ensure consistency with Macy’s brand, messaging, and business objectives.
• Oversee the management of multimedia assets, including media websites, press materials, photography, and related resources.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, communications, or a related field.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.
• Able to travel occasionally for local and national events and media opportunities.

Preferred

• Prior retail experience a plus
• Established contacts with consumer and business media outlets are highly desirable.

Benefits

• 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.