Expert, NikeSKIMS Apparel Product Design

Nike • Los Angeles, CA

12d

About The Position

Expert Designer, NikeSKIMS Apparel Product Design NikeSKIMS combines the best of both brands – Nike’s legacy of innovation and athlete insights with SKIMS dedication to the female form, and inclusive solutions for every body. We're carving out a bold and unique position in the global fitness industry, delivering innovation and style the industry hasn’t seen before. We’re excited to invite more women into sport and movement with products that make them feel strong and sexy. WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH You will be guiding the creative through the design season while working with a team of designers, developers, product managers, and merchants to deliver creative in line with the NikeSKIMS Design Ethos. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet cost requirements, deadlines, all while taking your partners though the thinking behind your work. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR As our Expert Apparel Designer in NikeSKIMS, you’ll be working to support and grow both brands. With a focus on technical performance apparel, the Expert Designer will lead the team through calendar, execution, advance product creation, and progressive style development. Leading design efforts and applying your outstanding design skills to build original, style-led innovative designs that accurately reflect NikeSKIMS design philosophy and lead the industry. Through continued research and consumer connection, be able to quickly anticipate and identify key trends, that translate into relevant product that resonate with our consumers. Respond to business objectives with creative design solutions aligned to consumer insights. 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, capsules & collections.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience in a design environment working with materials, trims, design and fit.
• Ability to apply and perform design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, digital product creation and visual presentation development.
• Deep knowledge of technical and non-technical apparel constructions across both men’s and women’s.
• Extensive knowledge of the apparel industry, marketing principles, and development process.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in local market language, including meeting facilitation and presentations.
• To be considered, you must include a portfolio or work samples with your application with a focus on process and creative thinking.

Responsibilities

• As our Expert Apparel Designer, you will work under the direction of the Design Director to create innovative designs for Performance product lines and partner with cross-functional teams on product development, from concepting through to production.
• This opportunity also involves partnering with Design Leadership and category team members in Design, Development and Merchandising to ensure design feasibility while meeting price points, merchandising needs and product creation timelines.
• You will provide prototype sampling and tech pack information, including fabrication, trim, color, graphic applications, style, detail, fit requirements and construction details.
• You'll also monitor the development of prototype samples and interact with our Development, Pattern Making, Material, and the Sample Room to exchange ideas and ensure timely completion of each project.
• You'll provide guidance and leadership to Designers and team members and share knowledge, experience, and product excellence with others.
• From concepting seasonal collections, to working with manufacturing partners, to communicating directly with athletes and collaborators, the daily responsibilities of this role are wide ranging, ambitious, and rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level