Designer II, NFL & MLB Apparel Graphic Design

Nike • Beaverton, OR

3d

About The Position

The NFL Uniform Design Team creates the future of sport by exploring the intersection of the Gridiron, Community, and Culture through authentic, narrative-driven uniform design. This team brings inspiration and innovation to some of the world’s biggest athletes, on some of the biggest stages, to the most passionate fans all over the world. As our Graphic Designer II, you will combine your creativity, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities to build compelling narratives that connect athletes, franchises, and fans. You will create graphic narratives and visual languages that define the future of NFL and MLB uniforms, while extending seamlessly into sideline, training, and fanwear collections. Your work will be industry-leading, culturally relevant, and rooted in athlete, fan, and consumer insights. Join our team and help shape the future of sport through the power of storytelling, design, and innovation. Where creativity meets performance, you will craft compelling narratives that come to life across NFL and MLB uniform systems, sideline collections, and fanwear experiences. Your role will involve building Graphic Visual Centers, storytelling frameworks, and presentation tools that inspire athletes, franchises, and fans while driving the future of uniform design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Product Design or related field, or any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 1-4+ years directly relevant work experience.
• Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends, as well as visual culture.
• Ability to translate insights into authentic narratives and visual storytelling.
• Ability to adapt to change and balance multiple, contending priorities.
• Professional visual and verbal communication skills, and the ability to effectively present design intent to internal and external audiences.
• Knowledge of branding, typography, and visual identity.
• Ability to translate graphics into graphic applications (ie screenprints, trims, sublimation, etc).
• Knowledge of apparel product creation and basic knowledge of apparel construction.
• Proficient in Adobe CC (Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a must).
• Comfortable working within new digital spaces.
• Ability to embrace diverse points of view while encouraging an environment of inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Drive narrative strategy, creative vision, and design excellence across multiple NFL and MLB uniform programs.
• Partner closely with designers, developers, product managers, and brand partners to create compelling concepts and storytelling systems.
• Embody Nike Design values and shape the future of sport through uniform, sideline, and fanwear expressions.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners to navigate timelines, align on key milestones, ensure design feasibility, and deliver elevated creative solutions.
• Communicate the story behind the work, building compelling Graphic Visual Centers and presentations that inspire internal and external audiences.
• Create graphic narratives and visual languages that define the future of NFL and MLB uniforms, extending into sideline, training, and fanwear collections.
• Build Graphic Visual Centers, storytelling frameworks, and presentation tools that inspire athletes, franchises, and fans.
• Drive Graphic Design excellence through the connection of trend, design, and craft.

What This Job Offers

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