Nike · 1 month ago
Lead, Brand Creative Store Design, NA
Nike is a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel, and they are seeking a Lead Designer to enhance their retail environments. In this role, you will collaborate with various teams to develop innovative store designs that align with Nike's brand standards and improve consumer experiences.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleProduct DesignRetailSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Support and partner with the Design Director or Expert Designer to adapt, extend and execute the store design vision and strategy across the Nike stores portfolio
Lead a design process of clear ideation focusing on exploration of consumer journey, space, materiality, texture, proportion, scale and overall use of the environment
Ensure project goals and priorities align with Nike retail brand and business strategies
Design development and generating implementation standards for consistent execution throughout projects
Work across multiple projects simultaneously, partnering closely with the North America Store Concepts team and agency partners to deliver highly innovative and immersive concepts and experiences
Develop presentation 2D and 3D materials that effectively communicate design concepts to all levels of leadership and partners
Collaborate with store development, design counterparts, internal partners (Brand, Retail Brand, Brand Design, Digital, Brand Comms etc.) and external partners to ensure feasibility of designs and functional needs are met
Actively gain knowledge and contribute to the development of Nike’s brand standards, design ethos, products and processes
Drive education and inspiration, sharing knowledge and exposure to current and future trends influencing the innovation of consumer experiences and technology
Collaborate across project teams and the Retail Design org
Foster innovative thinking, collaboration, and teamwork
Understand design processes to ensure results, timelines and budgets are met
You may travel 5-10% of the time
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in architecture, environmental design, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education and experience, and training
6+ years design experience
Retail design industry/environments experience preferred, retail environments, concepts and programs, fixture design
A passion for the Athlete*, Sport, and Culture
Expert in applying and performing design skills including concepting, ideation, drawing/sketching, typography, color theory, texture, spatial design in scale, visual presentation development and space planning layouts
Strong knowledge of current trends in architecture, retail, events, exhibitions, art, and experience design — and their application to the sport industry
Strong knowledge of production design, fabrication, materiality, and emerging manufacturing trends
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present new concepts and designs to small and large groups, including presenting to executive leaders and external partners
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with a highly developed ability to cultivate relationships in an open, positive and inclusive environment
Proven ability to work independently as well as collaborate with team across a mix of complex projects
Demonstrated expertise using computer design applications including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper, V-Ray, Figma, Keynote and Adobe Creative Suite. Experience with motion graphics and video-editing is a plus
A sense of humor, positivity and an entrepreneurial spirit
A strong portfolio of relevant work
Company
Nike
Nike is a retail brand that provides the sale of apparel, footwear, sports equipment, and accessory products.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$239MKey Investors
Pershing Square Capital Management
2024-08-17Post Ipo Equity· $239M
1980-12-02IPO
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