Lead, Creative Producer, APLA

Nike • Beaverton, OR

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About The Position

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR You are a passionate, creative thought partner who thrives on bringing ideas to life in a dynamic, fast-paced matrixed environment. Exceptionally organized and solutions-oriented, you lead multiple end-to-end productions for key APLA projects within the creative studios. You play a pivotal role in developing and delivering best-in-class creative for Nike across Asia Pacific and Latin America, from concept development to execution. You have outstanding communication skills and thrive under pressure. You embrace change and know when and where to be flexible, acting as an invaluable partner to creative and cross-functional teammates. You are naturally curious, resourceful, and entrepreneurial—always finding ways to maximize impact within APLA realities. You lead yourself and others with ambition, pushing boundaries while balancing creativity with operational excellence. You bring experience from the creative industry and have built strong relationships with talent and vendors. You are a master briefer who understands the nuances of setting external partners up for success. You actively seek new talent and stay ahead of industry trends across multiple mediums. You have experience leading productions across physical and digital mediums—content creation, activations, and build-outs—while navigating smaller budgets and Territory complexities. You know how to leverage local resources and collaborate closely with Global and Territory Creative teams to deliver work that resonates culturally and meets Nike’s standards. You nurture creativity and cultivate collaboration across diverse teams and geographies. Whatever the challenge, you experiment and adapt, energized by learning as you go. You speak up, challenge briefs, and simplify complexity to clear obstacles for the best creative solutions. You bring people together and lead through challenging moments, knowing how to get the best out of everyone. WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON Day-to-day, you’ll partner with a Senior Creative Director to lead multiple APLA creative productions from briefing to final execution. You will oversee end-to-end production within the studio, making key creative and financial decisions to deliver impactful work that serves multiple Territories in the most efficient way.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Deep knowledge and passion for creativity, sports, and culture across APLA
• Proven experience leading productions across multiple mediums (print, broadcast, AV, digital, experiential)
• Experience working within creative agencies or in-house creative teams
• Ability to manage smaller budgets effectively while maintaining creative excellence
• Experience collaborating with Global and Territory teams to deliver regionally relevant work
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a matrix environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Confidence in leading negotiations and driving difficult conversations
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams toward common goal
• Ability to travel for international productions as needed

Responsibilities

• Acting as a key partner to the Studio Creative Director + creative team
• Developing and pitching project concepts to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Managing production budgets with a focus on efficiency and impact
• Overseeing contract/SOW negotiations and management with multiple talent, crew, and vendors
• Guiding creative direction through production while maintaining the project’s vision
• Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders across APLA, Global, and Territories
• Staying connected to the creative industry and regional trends
• Mentoring and developing talent within the production team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees