Hot Topic

Retailer of music-inspired fashion and collectibles

Textile Designer/Graphic Designer - Handbags/Accessories

IllustrationPosted on Nov 13

Full-timeCity of Industry, CA, USA$68k - $75k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

Certification or education in graphic arts or illustration is required.
Three to four years of graphic design or illustration work experience in a wholesale or vertical business is required.
Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop is required.
Strong time-management skills and written and verbal communication skills are required.
The candidate must be able to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously, anticipate change, maintain composure under pressure, and work efficiently to meet tight production deadlines.
Knowledge of pop culture and the licenses of Hot Topic, BoxLunch, and Her Universe is required.
The candidate must be able to adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

Create original licensed and non-licensed artwork for handbags and wallets based on the design team's direction.
Produce print repeats from final artwork, including editing, recoloring, and matching colors to Pantone standards.
Use licensed assets creatively while following licensor rules and guidelines.
Use Photoshop and Illustrator to prepare, modify, and resize artwork, and collaborate with product development and design teams to communicate printing and design techniques to factories.
Create licensed and original non-licensed artwork for each delivery.
Partner with the HT Inc. DTR Apparel Art teams as needed.
Manage strike-off and pre-production art approvals, and provide comments to product development with design.
Create and revise art specification pages for submission to the licensor for collection approvals.
Create and present print concepts and mood boards with the design team and buyers.

Desired Qualifications

General knowledge of handbag and wallet construction and related creative techniques is a plus.
Experience in accessories, handbags, backpacks, and other non-apparel categories is preferred.

Salary Range: 68000 to 75000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

We're looking for a Textile Designer/Graphic Artist for Handbags & Accessories to bring our Pop Culture designs to life through our product. This role will design original print repeats and artwork by collaborating with the Handbag & Accessories Design and Product Development Teams for Hot Topic, BoxLunch & Her Universe Merch.

This role operates on a hybrid schedule and will require to work from our HQ located in the City of Industry, CA three days a week.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Create original artwork for handbags and wallets – Licensed and Non licensed for all brands from the direction of our design team
Produce print repeats from final artwork; editing, recoloring and matching color to pantone standards
Utilize licensed assets creatively while adhering to licensor rules and guidelines
Use Photoshop and Illustrator to prepare, modify, and resize artwork; collaborating with product development and design team to articulates printing and design techniques to factories.
Create licensed and original non licensed artworks for each delivery
Partner with the HT Inc DTR Apparel Art teams as needed
Manage Strike off/PP art approvals and comments to PD with design
Create and revise Art specification pages for submission to the licensor for approvals of collections
Create and present print concepts/moodboards in collaboration with our design team and buyers

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Certification or education in graphic arts or illustration required.
3-4 years of graphic design/illustration work experience in a wholesale/vertical business, preferably in accessories, handbags/backpacks, and other non-apparel categories
Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop
General knowledge of construction and all creative techniques in relation to handbags/wallets a plus
Highly organized, detail-oriented, strong time management skills, and excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
Meets deadlines, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, anticipates change, and maintains composure under pressure
Passion and knowledge of pop culture and the licenses that Hot Topic, BoxLunch, and Her Universe have
Team player – ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Must to be able to work efficiently to meet tight production deadlines

About the Company

Hot Topic

Retailer of music-inspired fashion and collectibles

Hot Topic sells music and pop culture–inspired fashion and accessories to teens and young adults through online and physical stores. Its product lineup includes clothing, body jewelry, backpacks, home decor, and collectibles such as exclusive Funko Pop! figures, updated frequently with new arrivals and limited releases. Customers shop online or in stores and can choose direct delivery or free in-store pickup, with promotions and sales events to attract buyers. The company differentiates itself by offering exclusive items tied to music and media and maintaining an omnichannel presence to engage a young, trend-focused audience.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: United States
Founded: 1989

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