Collaborate with the Senior designer on innovative handbag designs, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality production and maintain trend initiatives.
At Hot Topic, we’re passionate about creativity and high performance. We're also passionate about Pop Culture...in case you hadn't noticed. We are looking for a Handbag Designer to join our team and turn our licenses into accessories. This role is hands-on and will help keep the stars aligned for the design and product team.
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
Collaborate closely with the Senior designer on the complete design process from concept to final, including: conceptualizing, creating, and developing bags for licensed and non licensed product
Reviewing and revising prototypes with cross-functional team
Extremely detailed CADS and specs for handbags/SLGs, and other accessories categories
Prepare spec sheets with detailed technical / construction information and art direction for cross functional partners
Communicate effectively & work closely with Apparel Design, Buying, PD, Art and Technical Design teams throughout the development process to ensure the highest level of quality and integrity
Maintain design records and material library, and ensures line sheets are up to date
Hardware development, specification, and illustrating for hardlines and non-apparel
Research and shop market for trend and inspiration, creating boards (as needed), identifying new trends in fabric, trim, fit, and hardware pieces, and other raw materials
Maintain an active role in weekly meetings by taking notes and following up as needed with the licensing/buying teams
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
College degree in fashion design, handbag design, accessory design or related field preferred
5+ years in design/product development in vertical retail and ecomm companies in handbags and other hardline accessories categories
Understanding of bag design and technical construction and manufacturing of non-apparel/hardlines categories (International factories)
Accurate Flat (CAD) sketching skills – Adobe Illustrator – required
Strong computer skills, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Outlook, Excel, Adobe
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
Hot Topic is a mall and web-based specialty retailer offering a wide range of merchandise, fashion apparel, and accessories. With a focus on music and pop culture, Hot Topic provides products for men and women, including clothing, jewelry, accessories,...
