Associate Technical Product Developer - Three Ten Merch

About the role

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies. Three Ten is a merchandising company based out of Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2017 by Jeff Delson, Three Ten sets itself apart from traditional merchandising by offering clients an elevated and specialized branding experience. We work with some of the world’s largest Artists & Brands with projects that include music, sports, entertainment IP, experiential, retail stores and pop-up shops. In 2024, Three Ten became a part of the Sony Music Entertainment Group.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end technical development for product lines, assisting with sourcing, techpacks, sample approvals, and final production.
• Collaborate with design, production, and client services teams to help translate concepts into buildable retail- and tour-ready products.
• Research category-specific innovations, material technologies, and emerging trends to inform the Creative team.
• Aid in sourcing efforts by helping to identify and evaluate new vendors and factory partners, including researching innovative materials, techniques, and product capabilities.
• Assist with product costing efforts by coordinating with vendors and production teams and assisting in cost analysis.
• Support the sample review process by tracking sample comments, consolidating feedback from stakeholders, and communicating updates to vendors.
• Manage development and production calendars across product drops, flagging potential timeline risks to senior team members.
• Help manage vendor communication across domestic and overseas factories, helping to facilitate sample approvals and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure product safety and quality standards are maintained.

Requirements

2–4 years of technical product development experience in apparel and/or accessories; experience in licensed or pop culture product a plus.

Foundational proficiency in building techpacks including BOMs, technical specifications, and production artwork.

Basic understanding of product costing and margin concepts; experience supporting cost negotiations a plus.

Some experience with vendor or factory communication across domestic or global sourcing markets.

Ability to manage and track development calendars across multiple product lines with guidance from senior developers.

Exposure to a range of product types and technical design requirements.

Familiarity with licensor approval processes and navigating brand guidelines preferred.

Awareness of global compliance standards including product testing, social audits, and QC practices.

Strong communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally across teams.

Works well both independently and collaboratively, with strong follow-through and self-initiative.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop).

Proficient in Office and Google Suites.

Qualifications

Commensurate with experience.

Skills

Technical Product Development

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$71,000 - $71,000 USD

Schedule

TBD