Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
NIKE, Inc. is a company that provides sports apparel and footwear for athletes around the world. The company values diversity, creativity, and innovation, and seeks individuals who are capable of growth and leadership.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking an experienced leader to serve as Director of Apparel Innovation Concept Studios. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive expertise in fashion, sport performance, product development, studio operations, and innovation management. Proven experience in team leadership, multi-project management, unconventional problem-solving solutions, and the ability to balance a process-oriented mindset with creative vision are essential for this position.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As the Director of the Apparel Innovation Concept Studios, you will be responsible for advancing the brand's vision of future apparel innovations. You will work with various teams within our advanced innovation department and collaborate with design and development partners from global inline teams. Your main goal will be to lead a team of experts in creating concepts that align with Nike's future apparel innovation vision.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel/Fashion/Industrial Design or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant industry experience
- Comprehensive understanding of enterprise vision
- Expertise in elevated craft
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Mastery of the creative process
- Strong storytelling, presentation, and communication abilities
- Experience leading product creation utilizing 3D tools
- Demonstrated success inspiring and leading creative teams in high-pressure environments
- Collaborative mindset and excellent interpersonal skills with flexibility to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams
- Positive attitude and passion for innovation, product, and people
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Development for Apparel Innovation. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure strategic alignment with Apparel Innovation’s overarching goals.
PARTNERSHIPS
You will collaborate extensively with Directors in Apparel Innovation and Inline Apparel teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance athlete performance, ensuring timely execution for key internal and external initiatives. This role also involves working with signature athletes and external partners to bring Nike’s future vision to life.
TEAM LEADERSHIP
You will oversee a team of professionals specializing in cut/sew and knit concept design, encompassing areas such as design, craftsmanship, manufacturing, pattern creation, digital product development, advanced making methods, expert tailoring, and materials curation. Providing mentorship, guidance, and support, you will foster both individual and collective growth, upholding Nike’s legacy of performance-driven innovation.
COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENT
You are expected to cultivate a collaborative culture where open communication and mutual respect encourage the sharing of ideas and drive creativity. By empowering your team, you will inspire boundary-pushing innovation and exceptional outcomes.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
A key aspect of this role is to mentor concept engineers and managers, supporting their professional development within Nike, Inc. Through constructive feedback and guidance, you will facilitate their career growth and skill enhancement.
WHY JOIN US
- Opportunity to lead and shape apparel innovation at the forefront of the industry
- Supportive and collaborative work culture where contributions are recognized
- Competitive compensation and potential for career advancement
- Join us in evolving the Apparel Innovation space with creativity, passion, and visionary leadership.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
