Lead Professional, Global SKIMS & Tennis Communications

Nike•Beaverton, OR

About The Position

Lead Professional, Global Communications, NikeSKIMS & Nike Tennis Nike Brand Global Communications – Beaverton, OR WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH Nike Global Communications delivers breakthrough stories of sport and innovation where consumers are—across the right channels and conversations. We craft authentic, innovative narratives that inspire action, spark engagement, and amplify the message of our relentless pursue to create the best for the athlete, worldwide. This role reports into the Senior Director of Nike Global Training, NikeSKIMS & Growth Sports. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking to hire a Lead Professional of NikeSKIMS & Nike Tennis to join the Global Nike Brand Communications team. This person will support the development and execution of global communications plans and narratives in service of both the NikeSKIMS brand and Nike Tennis. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications, this position will offer integral support across global brand initiatives, innovation and product launches, athlete / catalyst partnerships, and cultural moments across key NikeSKIMS and Nike Tennis business priorities. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON You will support communications strategies and storytelling that builds awareness, energy and connection for the NikeSKIMS brand and Nike Tennis. This person will play the crucial role of enabling integration with the communications teams and cross-functional partners globally to ensure collective action. Duties will include but are not limited to: Join us in shaping the future of NikeSKIMS and Nike Tennis, delivering breakthrough stories that move, inspire, and connect audiences around the world. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form. At NIKE, Inc. we promise to provide a premium, inclusive, compelling and authentic candidate experience. Delivering on this promise means we allow you to be at your best — and to do that, you need to understand how the hiring process works. Transparency is key.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Media Relations, Communications, Business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
6+ years of relevant experience in consumer communications, brand storytelling, sports marketing, or PR—preferably with a global brand or agency.
Strong written, verbal and message development skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into compelling narratives.
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within teams and across several functions with key stakeholders, in a highly matrixed organization.
Strong knowledge and passion for sport and the cultural power of sport / athletes.
Strong understanding of global media dynamics earned and owned storytelling, and print, digital and social media best practices.
Understanding of the luxury or fashion industry, especially in the context of new media, including consumer and digital trends, challenges and opportunities.
Adaptability and calm under pressure in fast-paced environments; ability to demonstrate sound judgement while managing multiple priorities.
Exceptional collaboration and independence, with the ability to build strong relationships across global and regional/geography teams.

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of communications plans for NikeSKIMS & Nike Tennis, ensuring alignment with fiscal and seasonal priorities, as well as the brand voice for each business.
Build and maintain content line plans and story maps for assigned initiatives, including product launches, athlete/influencer/sport/cultural moments, and trends across storytelling channels and platforms.
Develop compelling narratives and messaging for multiple audiences and platforms, ensuring clarity and consistency.
Coordinate global and geo Communications team integration and asset readiness for storytelling across earned and owned media, creators, and speaking opportunities.
Manage day-to-day stakeholder communication across product, brand, sports marketing, and regional teams to keep projects on track; attending and serving as the Communications representative at relevant global cross-functional meetings as needed.
Maintain seasonal calendars, project timelines and status updates; flagging risks and escalating issues as needed.
Lead seasonal product ordering, submissions, and sample management to support communications and event needs.
Coordinate agency deliverables, feedback sessions, and timelines to meet launch requirements.
Monitor sport / sport style trends, social and communication trends, news and stories related to the businesses and effectively share insights and learnings with the team.
Plan and execute events and activations, including product launches, to ensure operational excellence.
Track and manage budgets for assigned projects, ensuring accurate reporting and resource allocation.