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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. designs the future. At NIKE, Inc. designers chase their curiosities and build what’s next, shaping the culture and advancing human potential. The Design teams include artists, inventors and specialists, all with different focuses, including color and material experts, and apparel, footwear and graphic designers. Nike designers look to the future, aggressively pursuing materials, ideas and forms that further elevate the athlete experience, raise the bar for modern style and reduce environmental impact.

WHO YOU’LL 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.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for highly motivated and passionate Senior Graphic Apparel Designers seeking to elevate the world of college sports through compelling uniforms designs and distinct team 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. You will have the opportunity to contribute and design across multiple sports. 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 for 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Apparel Design or related design field, or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience and training.

• 5+ years relevant work experience in Graphic Design, Color Design or Product Design.

• 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 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 a new digital space.

• Deep understanding of make and manufacturing processes.

• Committed connections to sports, current and cultural emerging design trends.

• Knowledge of apparel creation including ideation, development, specification and final executions of designs that balance innovation, performance and style.

• Proven ability to inspire and drive creative direction through production execution.

• Collaborative spirit and flexibility to manage multiple projects, work with both internal and external partners and cross-functional teams efficiently.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

As an NCAA Senior Graphic 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 across multiple sports. You will be responsible for translating authentic insights through a meaningful visual center comprised of graphics, trims, prints and modern executions 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.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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