Expert Designer, Energy Footwear & Apparel Graphic Design. jobs in United States
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Nike · 1 month ago

Expert Designer, Energy Footwear & Apparel Graphic Design.

Nike is seeking an exceptional Expert Product Graphic Designer to help shape the future of their brand. In this role, you will translate product visions into reality across footwear and apparel while managing timelines and collaborating with external partners.

ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleProduct DesignRetailSporting Goods
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Serve as a bridge between the brand’s identity and external collaborators, translating their visions while ensuring alignment with our direction
Challenge conventional approaches, seeking innovative ways to disrupt traditional design methods
Work under the guidance of the Design Director to translate the product vision into reality across footwear and apparel
Manage timelines, collaborate with external partners, and navigate from concept to execution
Work closely with design team, external collaborators, and cross-functional category teams to create the highest expressions of Nike product design
Provide prototype sampling and tech pack information, including fabrication, trim, color, graphic applications, style, detail, fit requirements and construction details
Scrutinize and iterate prototypes to ensure the best expression of your design intent
Collaborate both internally and externally with multiple cross-functional teams, including Apparel Design, Footwear Design, Product Management, and Development teams

Qualification

Graphic design experienceAdobe CC (Illustrator & Photoshop)3D design program experienceSketchingIllustrationProduct creation knowledgeTechnical drawing (tech packs)Visual storytellingPassion for fashionCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years' experience of graphic design, preferably in product (footwear/apparel) creation or in an agency
Positive personality and energy
Master visual and verbal communication skills, able to effectively present design intent to internal and external audiences
Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends, as well as visual culture
Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives
Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills
Strong Adobe CC skills (Illustrator & Photoshop) and comfortable working within new digital spaces
Passion for fashion, design craft, innovation, graphic applications, prints, processes and tools
3D design program experience, ability to concept/design in 3d spaces
Strong illustration, typography, brand identity, and color theory skills and digital media
Knowledge of repeat pattern creation, printing techniques specific to textiles, understanding how designs will translate from digital to physical
Knowledge of product creation and basic knowledge of garment/footwear construction
Must be able to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs)
Contribute and align to shared team culture and behaviors

Company

Nike is a retail brand that provides the sale of apparel, footwear, sports equipment, and accessory products.

H1B Sponsorship

Nike has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (340)
2024 (302)
2023 (328)
2022 (543)
2021 (426)
2020 (253)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$239M
Key Investors
Pershing Square Capital Management
2024-08-17Post Ipo Equity· $239M
1980-12-02IPO

Leadership Team

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Elliott Hill
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Muge Erdirik Dogan
EVP & Chief Technology Officer, NIKE, Inc.
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