Apparel Designer I
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 FOR
As our Apparel designer 1 in Advanced chassis creation, you’ll create the future of sports performance through innovative aesthetic execution. Bringing to life the seasonal category creative direction through apparel design with innovations that are fueled by athlete/consumer Insights. The candidate needs to have a passion for Innovation, performance apparel & sport. Deep knowledge of 2D & 3D digital tools, including CLO or a similar program. You’ll need strong communication skills with teammates across the organization, including expert listening, collaborative problem solving & deep emotional intelligence. The role demands big picture thinking, with regards to product relevance, product positioning, timing & collections. We’re looking for a candidate who’s curious, inquisitive, and motivated to discover new methods of make. You’ll need to consistently demonstrate process proficiency through best practices, visualization and communication of ideas.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
If this is you, you’ll be working with Design Directors & Senior designers to create original product designs or refresh existing products reflecting Nikes design philosophy. You’ll execute all product details including construction detail, form, style, fit, performance, trims, etc. You’ll need to communicate across functions such as Design, Development and Product management. At times you will present internally and externally, with mentorship from Senior designers. Producing presentation materials that optimally communicate the concept behind the line. This role will require you to build awareness of current trends, color, and sports-related products through market research to stay ahead of consumer needs. Daily/weekly support for the design team, as needed, outside of assigned product workload.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
This designer will report into a Senior designer, and will collaborate closely with Tech design, Product management & multiple design teams. The role will have no direct reports.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design and 1-5 years' prior design work experience
- Ability to apply and perform design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, digital product creation and visual presentation development.
- Familiarity with current trends, color and design.
- Basic understanding of pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit, garment construction, and manufacturing
- Basic knowledge of the apparel industry, marketing principles, and development process
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.