Lead Graphic Designer, Mens Sportswear Apparel Design

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We are currently looking for a Lead Graphic Designer, NSW Men's Apparel to help define the future of NSW and Nike. We are looking for an exceptional Graphic Design Storyteller with proven design excellence, enthusiasm, curiosity for creative problem solving, and a passion for sport. They thrive in ambiguity, are driven by curiosity and lead with optimism. Their creative talent is equaled by their ability to think strategically and consciously champion ground-breaking thinking and the thinking of their teammates. They play a key role in the conceptualization, design, and development of apparel graphics and branding elements. These designers have an affinity for world-building and storytelling through graphic design, integrating narrative elements that resonate with consumers and athletes.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

You will be responsible for the conceptualizing narratives across multiple collections through Graphic Visual Centers and Presentations. If this is you, you'll be working with Product and Design partners aligning on construction, development, insights, and various presentation gates. A typical day/week consists of working closely with your Apparel Design teammates to ensure we're creating the future of sport/culture across NSW. This can range from brainstorm sessions on creative strategies to meetings designed to review graphics, apparel and color designs to achieve the desired goal.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

You will work closely with the Graphic Design Director, Apparel Leadership , Product Leadership and apparel teams to help Nike create the future of narrative driven graphic design across the Nike Sportswear apparel portfolio. You will be reporting directly to the NSW Graphic Design Director.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING?

• TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT A CREATIVE DESIGN PORTFOLIO. PLEASE PROVIDE WEBSITE LINKS OR ATTACH PDF FILES WHEN YOU APPLY.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, 5 years or more of graphic design experience at agency or in-house setting, or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training

• 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.

• Working directly with a diverse range of consumers/athletes*.

• Contribution to the initiation, development and implementation of in-depth research leading to distinct product story-telling

• A positive attitude while working on projects with challenging briefs and through ambiguity to successful completion.

• Prioritizing workload across short-term and long-range projects with varying levels of complexity.

• Demonstrates self-awareness, with ability to articulate their strengths, opportunities, and takeaways.

• Well informed and stays connected to sport, cultural and graphic design trends.

• Advancing knowledge of product design, including ideation, development, specification, and final execution of designs that balance innovation, performance, and style.

• High Degree of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a must, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop

• Creatively agile and adept in innovative thinking, visioning and problem solving.

• Expert narrative development and communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver project presentations to Senior leadership and External Partners

• A deep understanding of Typography, Color Theory, Brand Identity, and Design Principles

• Excelling communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

• Must have a passion for storytelling and the ability to translate narratives into compelling visual elements that can translate to product

• Excellent collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure product and team excellence

• A proven ability to present design concepts and strategies to key stakeholders, articulating the vision and rationale behind creative decisions.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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.

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.