Hot Topic Claimed Company

At Hot Topic we pride ourselves on being the destination of pop culture and music merchandise. We do this by hiring the best people, having the best product, and providing the best customer experience for our one-of-a-kind fans. We give back to our communities in our partnerships with Mental Health America, Notes for Notes, and Little Kids Rock. Hot Topic’s unique culture thrives in an open and collaborative work environment where autonomy and authenticity shape your success. As a company that stays ahead of trends, we want you to come with innovative perspectives, cutting-edge thought leadership, and a readiness to learn, all of which will contribute to the continued success of our business. We’ve built an inclusive community where you’re encouraged to be who you are and love what you do! read more

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CEO: Steve Vranes

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Hot Topic Designer Salaries in Los Angeles

The average Hot Topic Designer in Los Angeles earns an estimated $69,761 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $64,761 with a $5,000 bonus. Hot Topic's Designer compensation is $14,035 less than the US average for a Designer. Designer salaries at Hot Topic in Los Angeles can range from $51,350 - $87,000.

In Los Angeles, The Design Department at Hot Topic earns $2,331 more on average than the Customer Support Department.

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Average Compensation

$64,761: avg. base

$5,000: avg. bonus

Designer Salaries at Hot Topic

In Los Angeles, Designers earn $3,727 more than Designers, and $4,893 less than Web/Visual Designers.

Senior Designer

$97k*

Graphic Designer

$81k*

Web/Visual Designer

$75k*

Designer

$66k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Hot Topic by Department

In Los Angeles, The Design Department averages $2,331 more than the Customer Support Department, and $3,949 less than the Operations Department

Operations

$78,278 Avg. total comp.

+$4k

Design

$74,329 Avg. total comp.

Customer Support

$71,998 Avg. total comp.

-$2k

Designer Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Designer at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $72,880, while the average male Designer at similar sized companies reported making $95,965.

Designer Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Native American Designer at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $105,777, while the average Hispanic or Latino Designer at similar sized companies reported making $55,500.

How Designers at Hot Topic Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Designers at Hot Topic believe they're not compensated fairly. 40% of Designers at Hot Topic say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (42%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Hot Topic

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

31% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

40% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

42% Yes

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