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Lead Designer, Basketball Graphic Design, Global Jordan

Nike Beaverton, OR

Beaverton, OR

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Full time Manager Marketing Adobe Creative Suite

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Job Description

Nike is seeking a design leader to guide original graphic concepts for Jordan Basketball and build scalable visual systems across footwear, apparel, and accessories. Based in Beaverton, OR (onsite), this role partners closely with product and creative teams to shape cohesive graphic direction and connect consumer experiences from concept through production.

About the role

In this full-time Design position, you will lead graphic design efforts for Basketball, driving cross-category initiatives and establishing a strong, consistent visual language across the product portfolio. You will translate creative direction and cultural insights into executable product solutions while navigating ambiguity across creative vision, consumer expectations, and complex cross-functional teams.

What you’ll work on

Set, lead, and deliver graphic design for Jordan Basketball in collaboration with a Senior Manager
Create original concepts and scalable visual systems across footwear, apparel, and accessories
Connect creative vision, cultural insight, and consumer relevance while guiding work from early concept through product-ready execution
Lead and shape visual language across the product portfolio through internal, cross-category initiatives

Key responsibilities

Create and drive original concepts across footwear, apparel, and accessories
Build visual systems using brand marks, typography, composition, illustration, print or pattern, color theory, and image-making
Translate creative direction and cultural insights into product and carry ideas from concept through production
Navigate ambiguity across creative vision, consumer expectations, and complex cross-functional teams
Develop and present concepts clearly to creative and cross-functional partners, incorporate feedback, and protect the strength of the idea

Required qualifications

5+ years of professional experience creating and leading graphic concepts for apparel, footwear, accessories, or related consumer products
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, Visual Communication, or a related field (Nike will accept a suitable combination of education, experience, and training, with at least 5 years working professionally)
Advanced proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign, including strong illustration, typography, and image-making capabilities
Fluency in color theory, visual culture, storytelling, and presentation development
Demonstrated ability to organize complex work, manage competing priorities, and meet project and meeting deadlines
Thought leadership recognized as a subject matter leader, with the capability to lead younger designers
Proactive observation of trends across consumer culture, emerging subcultures, and creative communities
Ability to develop and implement initiatives aligned to organizational vision, including participation in role-specific research to track external market activity
MUST submit a portfolio to be considered

Tools and technologies

Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign

Working environment

Nike offers a generous total rewards package
Casual work environment
Diverse and inclusive culture
Electric atmosphere for professional development
Nike mission: to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world

Location and role details

Location: 1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States
Job ID: R-92378
Position type: Full Time
Career area: Design

Interview process accommodations

Nike offers accommodations to complete the interview process, including screen readers and sign language interpreters. If you need assistance due to a disability during the application process, complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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