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Production Artist - Licensed Apparel

Hot Topic, Los Angeles, California, United States,


Description

Our Product Development team (reigning champs of our annual costume contest), is looking for someone who is passionate about Licensed Fashion apparel and has an eye for details. The Production Artist is responsible for evaluating pre-production strike-off samples submitted by our Vendors. This role involves evaluating samples for quality, size, technique and checking colors based on Pantone standards against provided art file. Reviewing with Design and Production teams in person or remotely, then filling out and completing clear, accurate summaries of sample evaluation for Vendors to follow for any and all adjustments and revisions.

This role operates from our HQ located in the City of Industry, CA five days a week.

Pay range is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

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.

What You'll Do

Review and manage art submits from vendors, comments, revisions and approvalsLog, photograph, evaluate and file submitted samplesUtilize preproduction expertise to advise PD Teams and Vendors on how to best revise and resubmit strike-offs for successful executionResponsible for maintaining open communication and working relationship with cross functional partners including design, product development, and licensingPerforms other job duties as needed

What You'll Need

Minimum 2-3 years of experience apparel art room production within a fashion retail company and/or agencyFormal training (certified) and/or educational background in Graphic Arts required. AA or BA in Graphic Design preferredExpert level proficiency in a MAC based environment, utilizing Photoshop and Illustrator and Microsoft OfficePreproduction experience in Fashion apparel with background in separating art and preparing files to be print ready for overseas vendorsExcellent communication skills across all areasDedicated commitment to ensuring quality and exceeding designer and merchant satisfaction expectationsExcellent interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environmentComfortable working in a deadline driven, fast paced environment. Adaptive to change and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Flexibility to deadline demands and seasonal schedulesMeets deadlines, prioritizes appropriately, copes well with change, and maintains composure under pressureIs accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues. Creative and effective problem solving skillsStrong organizational skillsDemonstrated knowledge of various printing techniques and processes

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