Design
Senior Graphic Design Manager, Global Jordan Streetwear
Beaverton, Oregon
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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
Soul, performance and style take flight at Jordan Brand. With its deep roots in basketball, the Jordan Brand began as an homage to one player: Michael Jordan. Since then, Jordan has become synonymous with peak performance and an endless pursuit of greatness. Employees in merchandising, product branding, sports marketing and sales bring creativity, innovation and audacious design to footwear and apparel, all with one mission in mind: help athletes fly on and off the court.
Soul, performance and style take flight at Jordan Brand. With its deep roots in basketball, the Jordan Brand began as an homage to one player: Michael Jordan. On and off the court, we want our consumers and athletes to feel confident in the way they look and feel, the same way the greatest player who ever played the game felt every time he laced up his J’s. Since then, Jordan has become synonymous with peak performance and an endless pursuit of greatness. Employees in merchandising, product branding, sports marketing and sales bring creativity, innovation and audacious design to footwear and apparel, all with one mission in mind: help athletes fly on and off the court.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a Senior Graphic Design Manager who is an exceptional graphic storyteller with proven design excellence, curiosity, problem-solving tenacity, and a passion for making those around them better. This role requires a dedicated leader and teammate who knows how to collaborate and translate sophisticated insights into authentic narratives while driving design solutions that elevate the future of the Streetwear Offense at Jordan. This designer will also play a key role in mentoring and developing junior designers, fostering their growth and skills within the design team across both Apparel and Footwear graphics.
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH
You will work closely with the Design Director and Product Leadership to help drive graphic strategy and vision while collaborating with multiple teams of designers, developers, and product managers to deliver creative work in line with the Jordan Design Ethos. From trims to print applications and cost considerations, you will be challenged by a wide range of responsibilities and experiences. You will have direct reports. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet deadlines, ensure the feasibility of designs, and articulate the thinking behind your work to partners.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Bachelor’s Degree in Product Design, Graphic Design, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
- 8+ years of relevant design work experience in a related field
- Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends and visual culture.
- A well-curated portfolio showcasing a variety of projects that demonstrate a strong, effective methodology for research, inspiration, design development, problem-solving, process, and final execution.
- Ability to motivate and mentor designers and other teammates within project settings.
- High degree of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; proficiency in Adobe Photoshop. - Digital design acumen in Adobe CC and competency in 3D design, CLO tools is a plus.
- Strong understanding of the competitive streetwear brand landscape, with an ability for gaining insights that drive product differentiation.
- Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple, competing priorities.
- Expert of design craft, innovation, graphic applications, prints, processes, and tools.
- A deep understanding of the apparel product creation.
- Ability to embrace diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.
- Expert narrative development and communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver project presentations to senior leadership and external partners.
- A deep understanding of typography, color theory, brand identity, and design principles.
- Passion for streetwear, lifestyle footwear and street-style culture.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
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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. * This overview explains our hiring process for corporate roles. Note there may be different hiring steps involved for non-corporate roles.
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