We're looking for a Textile Designer/Graphic Artist for Handbags & Accessories to bring our Pop Culture designs to life through our product. This role will design original print repeats and artwork by collaborating with the Handbag & Accessories Design and Product Development Teams for Hot Topic, Box Lunch & Her Universe Merch.
*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 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; collaborating with product development and design team to articulates 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/moodboards in collaboration with our design team and buyers
### WHAT YOU'LL NEED
* 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 a plus
* 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
* Must to be able to work efficiently to meet tight production deadlines
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