Textile Designer​/Graphic Designer; Handbags​/Accessories

Textile Designer/Graphic Designer (Handbags/Accessories)

Join to apply for the Textile Designer/Graphic Designer (Handbags/Accessories) role at Hot Topic.

Pay range
$68,000 - $72,000 a year

Location
City of Industry, CA

Schedule
Hybrid schedule – work from HQ in City of Industry, CA three days a week.

• 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; collaborate with product development and design team to articulate 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/mood boards in collaboration with our design team and buyers.

• 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 an plus.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, strong time‑management skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 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, Box Lunch, and Her Universe have.
• Team player – ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Must be able to work efficiently to meet tight production deadlines.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Retail