NIKE is hiring: Lead Graphic Designer, Accessories in Beaverton

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?We’re looking for an exceptional Lead Graphic Designer to combine their experience, problem solving abilities, and creativity to help create the future of Nike Accessories – Bags, Socks, Headwear, and Equipment, as well as our Global Product Licensing Portfolio.The ideal candidate will be a highly creative problem solver who brings engagement and curiosity to work across multiple platforms and variety of product types. This person will be focused on elevating the consumer experience by delivering creative solutions across a wide range of products and consumer types, while driving an emotional connection to the Nike Brand through rich and compelling narratives.This role requires passion and creativity, along with versatility and focus to see designs through the product creation process. This designer is a dedicated team player that knows how to collaborate, receive feedback, and manage multiple projects at any given time. This designer can also translate complex insights into authentic narratives and create compelling solutions that will help define the future of Nike Accessories.WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?Concepting, sketching, and presenting groundbreaking innovative design. You will collaborate across functional teams to deliver your ideas to physical products. This could include working with your development and business partners, along with Athletes*, down to the smallest details from choosing trims and print applications to creating presentations to be communicated to broader audiences both internally and externally. You will use your skills to contribute to and create narratives and visuals across a variety of products. You will be challenged by a wide range of responsibilities and experiences.WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?You will be working with multiple teams of designers, developers, and product managers to deliver creative solutions in line with the Nike Design Ethos. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet timelines, ensure feasibility of designs, while building consensus around your work and thinking. This role does not have direct reports and will report directly to the Design Director, Accessories Graphics.WHAT YOU WILL BRING?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 trainingPassion and understanding of current and emerging design trends and visual cultureAbility to translate insights into authentic narratives and visual storytellingAbility to adapt to change and handle multiple, competing prioritiesProficient understanding of typography design and trendsStrong visual and verbal communication skills, able to effectively present design intent to internal and external audiencesProficient in sketching, illustration, print and pattern, color theory and layoutProficient in graphic applications, development, PR and schematic tools and the apparel product creation processesProficient in Adobe CC and comfortable working within new digital spacesHighlight and elevate diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivityExperience working and communicating with internal and external partners to ensure the accuracy of intent and graphic execution across a wide range of product typesPassion for design, strategic thinking, and curiosityNIKE, 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.