Technical Designer

Hot Topic & BoxLunch • Hot Topic HQ - City of Industry, CA

9d • $80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

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 Technical Designer to join our team ensure our garments have consistent and amazing fit.

Requirements

• 4-year college degree in fashion merchandising/design preferred with a minimum of 4 years in technical design.
• Previous retail or garment manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Adobe Illustrator, MS Word, and Excel.
• Basic understanding of fit, balance, and garment construction, fabrics, and fabric performance.
• Knowledge of fabrics, trims, and sewing operations associated with standard product type.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical product development process for a portion of, or an assigned product classification; working with Merchants, and Design Teams to establish the direction of the fit and garment details.
• Create grading specs and garment measurements; developing and/or correcting patterns when necessary.
• Track fit approval and sample process; organize fit samples received, including logging received samples and scheduling fitting; maintain Time & Action (T&A) sample log sheet.
• Create fit comments; note all design and specs discrepancies prior to fittings; review all fit samples against design package to ensure all specifications and design details are adhered to.
• Communicate daily with vendors, Merchants, Design, and Production teams for T&A and product execution.
• Ensure that all company fit standards are upheld.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees