Hot Topic & BoxLunch
Assistant Designer - Licensed Apparel
Hot Topic & BoxLunch, El Centro, California, United States, 92243
At Hot Topic, we're passionate about creativity, high performance and pop culture. We are looking for an Assistant Designer 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. 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
Execute specific design projects as assigned by the Designer and Senior DesignerCreate detailed technical sketches/CADs across all categories (tops, sweaters, bottoms, jackets and dresses), tech packs with construction callouts and CAD artworkAssist with various tasks within the design and development process, including and not limited to creation of flat sketches, tech pack creation/updates and line sheet creation/maintenanceSupport designers with research and development seasonallyCreate, organize, and update reference libraries (fabrics, tech packs, development samples, line sheets, help with email follow up)Complete and file approval submits and lab dipsParticipate in the preparation of materials for trend concept meetings, line and cad reviewsMaintain an active role in weekly meetings by taking notes and following up as neededWHAT YOU NEED
At least one year experience as a design assistantCollege degree in design or related field requiredKnowledge and experience with licenses carried at Hot Topic, BoxLunch and Her UniverseExcellent computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookAbility to work & thrive in a fast paced, multi-task environmentA natural organizer and time managerSmells like team spirit - great communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and are a solid verbal and written communicatorMeet deadlines, prioritize appropriately, cope well with change, and maintain composure under pressure
$24.05 - $27.80 an hour
Please note the pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but other factors such as an individual's education, location, meeting the minimum job requirements for the role, training and experience, will determine the final salary for potential new hires.
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
Execute specific design projects as assigned by the Designer and Senior DesignerCreate detailed technical sketches/CADs across all categories (tops, sweaters, bottoms, jackets and dresses), tech packs with construction callouts and CAD artworkAssist with various tasks within the design and development process, including and not limited to creation of flat sketches, tech pack creation/updates and line sheet creation/maintenanceSupport designers with research and development seasonallyCreate, organize, and update reference libraries (fabrics, tech packs, development samples, line sheets, help with email follow up)Complete and file approval submits and lab dipsParticipate in the preparation of materials for trend concept meetings, line and cad reviewsMaintain an active role in weekly meetings by taking notes and following up as neededWHAT YOU NEED
At least one year experience as a design assistantCollege degree in design or related field requiredKnowledge and experience with licenses carried at Hot Topic, BoxLunch and Her UniverseExcellent computer skills including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookAbility to work & thrive in a fast paced, multi-task environmentA natural organizer and time managerSmells like team spirit - great communication skills including ability to work in a team environment, give honest, direct feedback and are a solid verbal and written communicatorMeet deadlines, prioritize appropriately, cope well with change, and maintain composure under pressure
$24.05 - $27.80 an hour
Please note the pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but other factors such as an individual's education, location, meeting the minimum job requirements for the role, training and experience, will determine the final salary for potential new hires.