NIKE
Expert Apparel Designer - Global Jordan
NIKE, Beaverton, Oregon, us, 97078
The Jordan Design team is inspired by the Greatest of All Time, and is focused on continuing to deliver product that is made and engineered to the exact specification of championship athletes. On and off the court, we want our consumers and athletes to feel confident in the way they look and feel, the same way the greatest player who ever played the game felt every time he laced up his J’s. Jordan Design is a high performance team that works together, pushes the boundaries, and always stays focused on delivering the best product for the consumer.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for an outstanding Expert Apparel Designer to combine their experience, problem solving abilities, and creativity to help build the future of Jordan Apparel. As our Expert Designer in Jordan, you'll utilize your design skills to build original, style-led designs that accurately reflect Jordan’s design philosophy and lead the industry through innovation. You will be encouraged to be a collaborative partner among our cross-functional team and execute on business priorities. Through continued research and consumer connection, you will need to quickly anticipate and identify key trends that translate into culturally relevant products. This person should be passionate about bringing to life the seasonal creative direction by leading a team through their knowledge of product excellence and collaboration.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As our Expert Apparel Designer, you will work under the direction of the Design Director to create innovative designs for Performance product lines and partner with cross-functional teams on product development, from concepting through to production. You will be partnering with the Jordan Graphic Designers, Color Designers, Developers, and Product Line Managers, to bring to life the seasonal creative direction. This opportunity also involves partnering with Design Leadership and category team members in Design, Development and Merchandising to ensure design feasibility while meeting price points, merchandising needs and product creation timelines. You will provide prototype sampling and tech pack information, including fabrication, trim, color, graphic applications, style, detail, fit requirements and construction details. You'll also monitor the development of prototype samples and interact with our Development, Pattern Making, Material, and the Sample Room to exchange ideas and ensure timely completion of each project. You'll provide guidance and leadership to Designers and team members and share knowledge, experience, and product excellence with others. From concepting seasonal collections, to working with manufacturing partners, to communicating directly with athletes and collaborators, the daily responsibilities of this role are wide ranging, ambitious, and rewarding.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will be partnering with several cross-functional teams, including - Color Design, Graphic Design, Product Management and Development teams, in bringing to life the seasonal creative direction through Apparel Design and Innovation.
WHAT YOU BRING
TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT A CREATIVE DESIGN PORTFOLIO. PLEASE PROVIDE WEBSITE LINKS OR ATTACH PDF FILES WHEN YOU APPLY.
Design Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
8+ years' experience designing and developing innovative Apparel and other products.
Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives.
Strong Photoshop, Illustrator skills.
Must be able to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs).
Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus.
3D design program experience are a plus.
Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills.
Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, construction.
Must be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project.
Team Requirements:
Positive personality and energy.
Ability and passion to lead, mentor and onboard Design teammates.
Contribute and align to shared team culture and behaviors.
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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for an outstanding Expert Apparel Designer to combine their experience, problem solving abilities, and creativity to help build the future of Jordan Apparel. As our Expert Designer in Jordan, you'll utilize your design skills to build original, style-led designs that accurately reflect Jordan’s design philosophy and lead the industry through innovation. You will be encouraged to be a collaborative partner among our cross-functional team and execute on business priorities. Through continued research and consumer connection, you will need to quickly anticipate and identify key trends that translate into culturally relevant products. This person should be passionate about bringing to life the seasonal creative direction by leading a team through their knowledge of product excellence and collaboration.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
As our Expert Apparel Designer, you will work under the direction of the Design Director to create innovative designs for Performance product lines and partner with cross-functional teams on product development, from concepting through to production. You will be partnering with the Jordan Graphic Designers, Color Designers, Developers, and Product Line Managers, to bring to life the seasonal creative direction. This opportunity also involves partnering with Design Leadership and category team members in Design, Development and Merchandising to ensure design feasibility while meeting price points, merchandising needs and product creation timelines. You will provide prototype sampling and tech pack information, including fabrication, trim, color, graphic applications, style, detail, fit requirements and construction details. You'll also monitor the development of prototype samples and interact with our Development, Pattern Making, Material, and the Sample Room to exchange ideas and ensure timely completion of each project. You'll provide guidance and leadership to Designers and team members and share knowledge, experience, and product excellence with others. From concepting seasonal collections, to working with manufacturing partners, to communicating directly with athletes and collaborators, the daily responsibilities of this role are wide ranging, ambitious, and rewarding.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will be partnering with several cross-functional teams, including - Color Design, Graphic Design, Product Management and Development teams, in bringing to life the seasonal creative direction through Apparel Design and Innovation.
WHAT YOU BRING
TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT A CREATIVE DESIGN PORTFOLIO. PLEASE PROVIDE WEBSITE LINKS OR ATTACH PDF FILES WHEN YOU APPLY.
Design Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
8+ years' experience designing and developing innovative Apparel and other products.
Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives.
Strong Photoshop, Illustrator skills.
Must be able to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs).
Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus.
3D design program experience are a plus.
Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills.
Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, construction.
Must be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project.
Team Requirements:
Positive personality and energy.
Ability and passion to lead, mentor and onboard Design teammates.
Contribute and align to shared team culture and behaviors.
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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.