Technical Designer - Bags en Hottopic

At Hot Topic, we’re passionate about creativity, high performance, and pop culture. We are looking for a 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

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as fashion design or a related discipline, is preferred

Previous accessories manufacturing experience preferred

4 years of relevant experience in a fashion or accessories-related role, such as design

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 fast-paced ever changing environment

Highly organized, strong time management skills, and excellent communication skills – both written and verbal

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