Lead Designer, Training Graphic Design Speed

This role provides leadership in graphic design for Nike Training Speed and Inline Apparel, shaping narrative concepts across collections and developing apparel graphics in collaboration with product and design partners to advance Nike Training storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Concept narratives across multiple Nike Training Speed collections via Graphic Visual Centers and presentation materials.
• Be available for factory travel up to four times annually to keep product development on a rapid timeline.
• Collaborate with Product and Design teams to align on construction, development insights, and presentation gates.
• Work with Apparel Design teammates to envision the future of sport and culture within Nike Training, including brainstorming sessions and reviews of graphics, apparel, and color systems.
• Report directly to the Nike Training Graphic Design Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A compelling portfolio that demonstrates research-driven design, concept development, problem solving, and polished execution (link or PDF required).
• Strong foundation in typography, color theory, brand identity, and core design principles, with growing expertise in product design from ideation through final execution.
• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, with solid skills in Photoshop and InDesign.
• Ability to conduct in-depth research and translate insights into clear product narratives and compelling visual storytelling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a proven track record collaborating across cross-functional teams and presenting concepts to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated creative agility, positive attitude, self-awareness, and the ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexity through ambiguity to completion.

Technologies

• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe InDesign

Position Type

Full Time

Career Area

Design

Location

1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States (onsite)

Job ID

R-83678