Lead Designer, Footwear & Apparel Expression, Nike Basketball Signature Athlete
Nike, Inc.Beaverton, OR · Senior
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What this role is
Nike is seeking a Lead Designer to create the visual expression of basketball footwear and apparel collections, working across color, graphics, and materials for signature athlete lines. This role suits experienced designers with strong aesthetic judgment, deep fashion and sports knowledge, and the ability to translate insights into compelling, culturally aware product narratives.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Design or related field, or equivalent education and experience
- 5-6 years of design or related experience
- Exceptional knowledge of design, art, and fashion
- Passion for sport and youth culture
- Ability to translate consumer insights into creative solutions
- Ability to articulate design intent and strategy
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
- Generate broad range of concepts and solutions for each project
- Design portfolio submission required
Nice to have
- Experience playing basketball or deep familiarity with the sport