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Nike, Inc.

Lead Graphic Designer, Nike Design Strategy & Initiatives

Nike, Inc.

Beaverton, OR · Senior

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What this role is

Nike's Design Strategy and Initiatives team is looking for an experienced graphic designer to lead visual and creative direction across internal and external projects, from brand strategy to editorial and spatial work. This role suits someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on design skills and can elevate both the quality of work and the team around them.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field, or equivalent education and experience
  • 7+ years of professional design experience in brand, editorial, or agency environments
  • Strong graphic design foundation with strategic thinking about design goals and impact
  • Expertise across multiple design disciplines including art direction, motion, graphic design, creative strategy, and spatial design
  • Portfolio demonstrating range across visual systems, editorial, brand identity, storytelling, and world-building
  • Excellent verbal and visual communication skills for presenting creative decisions to senior stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining quality under pressure
  • Creative portfolio submission required for application

Nice to have

  • Passion for sport, culture, and design's role in shaping both
  • Curiosity about design culture, creative technology, and emerging industry directions

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