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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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Hot Topic Chief Creative Officer Salary

The average Hot Topic Chief Creative Officer earns an estimated $197,201 annually. Hot Topic's Chief Creative Officer compensation is $128,422 less than the US average for a Chief Creative Officer.

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

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$197,201

Average Compensation

$197,201: avg. base

Chief Creative Officer Salaries at Hot Topic

Chief Creative Officers earn $100,110 more than Senior Designers.

Senior Designer

$97k*

Graphic Designer

$81k*

Web/Visual Designer

$75k*

Designer

$66k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Hot Topic by Department

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

Chief Creative Officer Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Chief Creative Officer at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $138,333, while the average male Chief Creative Officer at similar sized companies reported making $285,600.

Chief Creative Officer Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Caucasian Chief Creative Officer at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $363,000, while the average Native American Chief Creative Officer at similar sized companies reported making $160,000.

How Chief Creative Officers at Hot Topic Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Chief Creative Officers at Hot Topic believe they're not compensated fairly. 40% of Chief Creative Officers at Hot Topic say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (41%) 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?

41% Yes

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