At Hot Topic, we’re passionate about creativity, high performance and pop culture. We are looking for an Associate Technical Designer - Handbags, who’s just as passionate about pop culture as we are to join our growing team and assist our Designers with turning our licenses into wearable fashion accessories. This role is hands on as you’ll be helping us to ensure that our construction and quality are at its best!
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 Tech packs for all bag and wallet silhouettes with the direction of the Sr Designer, ensuring proper construction and execution
- Create templates for new silhouettes for our artists
- Work closely with Design/PD to review samples and make technical corrections for the factory
- Review pre-production samples to ensure that all measurements and details were followed by the factory and are accurate
- Create new hardware development when needed
- Correspond with factories if there are any questions related to tech packs or original intent
- Work with buyers if specs are needed for website copy
- Work closely with Designer on developing new silhouettes
- Teaming up with Director of PD and Design to ensure we are keeping costs down but keeping quality elevated and consistent
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as fashion design, or a related discipline, is preferred
- Previous accessories manufacturing experience preferred
- 2-3 years of relevant experience in a fashion or accessories-related role, such as a Technical Design Assistant, design intern, or similar position
- Basic understanding of patternmaking, bag/wallet construction, materials and embellishments are preferred
- Strong attention to detail and an ability to review and document design specifications accurately
- Effective communication skills necessary to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- A willingness to learn and adapt to the technical design processes and standards of the company
- Strong computer skills including Adobe Illustrator
- Meets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change and maintains composure under pressure
- Team player – ability to adapt to a face paced ever changing environment
- Highly organized, strong time management skills and excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
