Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Senior graphic apparel designer seeking to elevate the world of college and Team sports through compelling uniform designs and distinct team apparel collections that serve athletes during game time, practice and lifestyle. This designer will play a key role in conceptualizing, curating, and creating performance product stories that inspires and resonates with College Athletes and Fans. The designer will have the opportunity to contribute and design across multiple sports and product silos. This role requires a visionary. A designer with a high level of passion, taste and a profound understanding of sports, style, and modern make. You must have a strong graphic and visual acumen combined with forward-thinking creativity to develop new perspectives and narratives from genuine athlete / market insights. We are seeking a designer that’s driven by curiosity, creativity, problem solving and leads with optimism. The designer must possess a collaborative spirit and must be able to manage multiple projects effectively. Just as in sports, we are looking for a designer who wants to win by building, motivating and influencing others.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON
As a Senior Designer, you will be responsible for driving groundbreaking College uniform designs and compelling team collections that push the boundaries of sport, storytelling and innovation. Your work will involve executing a collaborative vision that aligns Nike, College teams and athlete insights. You will be responsible for translating authentic insights through a meaningful visual center comprised of graphics, trims and print applications that stand out on the world's biggest stages. Your accountabilities include but not limited to contributions to the creative vision, leading team meetings and communicating critical information. Ensuring design progress and meeting deadlines. Presenting design concepts and seasonal initiatives to internal and external audiences while maintaining Nike’s best interests.
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH
You will report to a Design Director and partner closely with Expert Graphic and Apparel designers, as well as cross-functional teammates and external licensing partners. You will have the opportunity to work directly with Athletes and teams in a collaborative environment where a diverse vision comes to life.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Bachelor's Desgee in graphic design, fashion design, industrial design, apparel design, material design, textile design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
Well-curated portfolio showcasing a variety of projects that demonstrate a strong, effective methodology for research, inspiration, design development, problem solving, process and final execution.
Strong in sketching, illustration, typography, brand identity, and color theory skills.
Proficiency in digital design software (Creative Suite). High Degree of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a must. Adobe InDesign, Keynote and Adobe Photoshop is a plus. Must be open to working in new digital spaces.
Deep understanding of make and manufacturing processes.
Profound knowledge and stays connected to sports, current and cultural emerging design trends.
Knowledge of apparel creation including ideation, development, specification, and final execution of designs that balance innovation, performance, and style.
Proven ability to inspire and drive creative direction through product execution.
Collaborative spirit and flexibility to manage multiple projects, work with both internal and external partners, and cross-functional teams efficiently.
Strong communication and presentational skills.
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.
