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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Hot Topic Sales Associate Salaries in Los Angeles

The average Hot Topic Sales Associate in Los Angeles earns an estimated $71,675 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $54,175 with a $17,500 bonus. Hot Topic's Sales Associate compensation is $13,854 more than the US average for a Sales Associate. Sales Associate salaries at Hot Topic in Los Angeles can range from $45,000 - $80,000.

In Los Angeles, The Sales Department at Hot Topic earns $7,196 more on average than the Finance Department.

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Average Compensation

$54,175: avg. base

$17,500: avg. bonus

Sales Associate Salaries at Hot Topic

In Los Angeles, Sales Associates earn $6,045 more than Sales Associates, and $78,913 less than Sales Engineers.

Director of Sales

$196k*

Sales Rep

$160k*

Sales Manager

$158k*

Sales Engineer

$151k*

Sales Associate

$66k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Hot Topic by Department

In Los Angeles, The Sales Department averages $7,196 more than the Finance Department, and $10,614 less than the IT Department

$112,652 Avg. total comp.

+$11k

Sales

$102,038 Avg. total comp.

Finance

$94,842 Avg. total comp.

-$7k

Sales Associate Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Sales Associate at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $61,500, while the average male Sales Associate at similar sized companies reported making $68,090.

Sales Associate Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander Sales Associate at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $78,467, while the average Hispanic or Latino Sales Associate at similar sized companies reported making $42,375.

How Sales Associates at Hot Topic Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Sales Associates at Hot Topic believe they're not compensated fairly. 40% of Sales Associates 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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