Sony Music Entertainment US

Senior Technical Product Developer - Three Ten Merch

United States, California, Los Angeles · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$110kDetected 41 days ago

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About the role

We've played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record.
We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.
In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities

Own end to end technical development for product lines from sourcing, techpacks, sample approvals, through final production.
Collaborate closely with design, production, client services to translate concepts into buildable retail and tour ready products.
Identify category-specific innovations, material technologies, and emerging trends to support the Creative team.
Drive sourcing strategy by identifying vetting new vendors and factory partners. Looking for new innovative materials, techniques, and product capabilities with our vendors.
Develop and maintain detailed techpacks including technical, production art and quality standards across multiple categories including apparel, accessories, and homegoods.
Lead product costing efforts by working with vendors and production to negotiate all product costing without compromising quality or creative integrity.
Own all sample comments and review and approve all samples to ensure they align with techpacks and hit quality standards
Manage development and production calendars across multiple product drops. Proactively identifying timeline risks and driving crossfunctional alignment to keep launches on track.
Manage vendor relationships in collaboration with production across domestic and overseas factories, driving sample approvals and resolving technical issues quickly to meet tight drops and launch windows.
Own all sample comments and review and approve all samples to ensure they align with techpacks and hit quality standards; collect and consolidate feedback from 3 rd party stakeholders, synthesizing all comments to the vendor.

Requirements

Minimum of 8+ years of technical product development experience in apparel and/or accessories within licensed or pop culture focused product.
Experience management product costing, cost negotiations, and margin analysis including product cost engineering.
Experience with a wide range of technical design across multiple product types.
Understanding of licensor approval process and the ability to navigate brand guidelines.
Strong understanding of global compliance standards including product testing, social audits, and QC practices.
Strong communicatory with the ability to align the teams crossfunctionally.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop)
You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day

Compensation

The anticipated annual base salary does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for.

Benefits

You will be the bridge between the creative vision and production reality.
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
Time off for a winter recess

Company info

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey.
Founded in 2017 by Jeff Delson, Three Ten sets itself apart from traditional merchandising by offering clients an elevated and specialized branding experience.
In 2024, Three Ten became a part of the Sony Music Entertainment Group.

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