Nike
Director, Energy - RNWY Create & Expression Footwear Product Design
Nike, Beaverton, Oregon, us, 97078
Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
NIKE, Inc. designs the future. At NIKE, Inc. designers chase their curiosities and build what's next, shaping the culture and advancing human potential. The Design teams include artists, inventors and specialists, all with different focuses, including color and material experts, and apparel, footwear and graphic designers. Nike designers look to the future, aggressively pursuing materials, ideas and forms that further elevate the athlete experience, raise the bar for modern style and reduce environmental impact.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe're seeking a Footwear Design Director with a passion for innovation and an eye for blending sport with fashion. You should be skilled at driving design vision and strategy while staying hands-on in product development. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, navigates diverse personalities with ease, and can bring a partner's vision to life while staying true to our brand identity.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ONIn this role, you'll be responsible for shaping and driving design direction across the division, working closely with the Sr. Design Director and external partners. You'll lead the design team to execute product concepts that push boundaries and carve out new spaces for the brand. Your focus will be on championing product integrity, innovation, and performance as you oversee key initiatives from concept through execution. You'll be deeply involved in developing design strategies and ensuring excellence through advanced concepts. Additionally, you'll manage presentations and communicate design visions to a variety of audiences, ensuring that all projects meet our high standards and timelines. You'll be a driving force behind bringing strategic innovation into the category, always looking to pioneer new spaces and drive forward-thinking design.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITHYou'll collaborate closely with the Sr. Design Director, apparel and graphics directors, and external partners to create a cohesive vision across all categories. Building strong partnerships within the design community and cross-functional teams will be central to your success. You'll foster a culture of collaboration, encouraging your team to explore new ideas and take calculated risks to generate unseen possibilities.
To be considered for this role, please submit a design portfolio (attach a pdf file or include a website url on your resume/CV)
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline or a combination of relevant education, experience and training
Minimum 8 years' experience in a design-related role, including 2 years' in a management/leadership role preferred
Footwear design experience preferred
Passion for the fashion industry, the aesthetic and understanding of the landscape
5 years' as a senior or lead designer in a corporate setting or design firm preferred
Experience in international markets preferred
Drawing, sketching 2D and 3D capability or ability to learn
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Email and Outlook
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally
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.
BenefitsWhether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.
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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
NIKE, Inc. designs the future. At NIKE, Inc. designers chase their curiosities and build what's next, shaping the culture and advancing human potential. The Design teams include artists, inventors and specialists, all with different focuses, including color and material experts, and apparel, footwear and graphic designers. Nike designers look to the future, aggressively pursuing materials, ideas and forms that further elevate the athlete experience, raise the bar for modern style and reduce environmental impact.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe're seeking a Footwear Design Director with a passion for innovation and an eye for blending sport with fashion. You should be skilled at driving design vision and strategy while staying hands-on in product development. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, navigates diverse personalities with ease, and can bring a partner's vision to life while staying true to our brand identity.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ONIn this role, you'll be responsible for shaping and driving design direction across the division, working closely with the Sr. Design Director and external partners. You'll lead the design team to execute product concepts that push boundaries and carve out new spaces for the brand. Your focus will be on championing product integrity, innovation, and performance as you oversee key initiatives from concept through execution. You'll be deeply involved in developing design strategies and ensuring excellence through advanced concepts. Additionally, you'll manage presentations and communicate design visions to a variety of audiences, ensuring that all projects meet our high standards and timelines. You'll be a driving force behind bringing strategic innovation into the category, always looking to pioneer new spaces and drive forward-thinking design.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITHYou'll collaborate closely with the Sr. Design Director, apparel and graphics directors, and external partners to create a cohesive vision across all categories. Building strong partnerships within the design community and cross-functional teams will be central to your success. You'll foster a culture of collaboration, encouraging your team to explore new ideas and take calculated risks to generate unseen possibilities.
To be considered for this role, please submit a design portfolio (attach a pdf file or include a website url on your resume/CV)
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline or a combination of relevant education, experience and training
Minimum 8 years' experience in a design-related role, including 2 years' in a management/leadership role preferred
Footwear design experience preferred
Passion for the fashion industry, the aesthetic and understanding of the landscape
5 years' as a senior or lead designer in a corporate setting or design firm preferred
Experience in international markets preferred
Drawing, sketching 2D and 3D capability or ability to learn
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Email and Outlook
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally
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.
BenefitsWhether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.
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