Responsibilities

• Support brand and corporate initiatives, including campaigns, collaborations, product launches, events, and cross-functional communications.
• Draft, edit, and coordinate media materials, including press releases, executive talking points, key messages, briefing documents, media lists, and FAQs.
• Coordinate executive media opportunities by supporting media outreach, preparing briefing materials, managing logistics, and providing on-site support as needed.
• Manage operational responsibilities, including budget tracking, purchase order creation, invoice processing, vendor management, internal updates, reporting, media database maintenance, media list management, and media website administration.
• Monitor and track media coverage related to brand and corporate announcements, and develop coverage reports, project summaries, and quarterly recaps.
• Co-lead the development and distribution of the daily enterprise media report for senior leaders across Macy’s, Inc.
• Provide on-site support for key brand and signature events, including the Macy’s Flower Show, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and Black Friday activities; this requires availability during evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful environment that strengthens relationships and supports authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• Manage team calendars, key milestones, and leadership meetings, while maintaining planning documents, editorial calendars, reporting trackers, and shared resources to support efficient execution.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with external PR agencies, vendors, and brand partners by developing media briefs, tracking deliverables, and managing timelines.
• Support corporate and financial communications initiatives as needed, including media monitoring, coverage tracking, reporting, and post-announcement recaps related to company updates, business milestones, and enterprise communications.
• Partner with the Corporate Communications team to ensure brand and product storytelling aligns with Macy’s, Inc.’s business priorities, leadership visibility goals, and corporate narrative.
• 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.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field is encouraged to apply. 1-3 years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field (internships included). Prior retail experience a plus.
• This role involves performing essential job functions such as communication, collaboration, and use of office and computer systems. Responsibilities include the ability to access and review written and electronic information, and to move within the work environment and interact with workplace materials as needed to carry out job responsibilities.
• 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

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