Lead Designer, Training Graphic Design Speed

Nike • Beaverton, OR

3d

About The Position

The Nike Training Apparel Graphics Team creates the future of sport by exploring the intersection of Fashion, Community, and Culture through authentic, narrative-driven graphic design. This team brings inspiration and innovation to some of the world’s biggest stages and the most passionate athletes all over the world. We are currently looking for a Lead Graphic Designer, Nike Training Speed & Inline Apparel to help define the future of Nike Training. We are looking for an exceptional Graphic Design Storyteller with proven design excellence, enthusiasm, curiosity for creative problem solving, and a passion for sport. They thrive in ambiguity, are driven by curiosity and lead with optimism. Their creative talent is equaled by their ability to think strategically and consciously champion ground-breaking thinking and the thinking of their teammates. They play a key role in the conceptualization, design, and development of apparel graphics and branding elements. These designers have an affinity for world-building and storytelling through graphic design, integrating narrative elements that resonate with consumers and athletes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating 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 proven success 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.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing narratives across multiple collections through Graphic Visual Centers and Presentations for the "Speed" program.
• Aligning product development to an expedited timeline, including availability for factory travel 4 times a year.
• Working with Product and Design partners aligning on construction, development, insights, and various presentation gates.
• Working closely with Apparel Design teammates to create the future of sport/culture across Nike Training.
• Participating in brainstorm sessions on creative strategies.
• Reviewing graphics, apparel, and color designs to achieve desired goals.

What This Job Offers

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