NIKE
Designer II, Mens Lifestyle Classics Apparel Product Design
NIKE, Beaverton, Oregon, us, 97078
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As our Apparel Designer II, you'll report directly to the Menswear Lifestyle Classics Design Director, work with design management and Senior Designer to actively gain experience, enhance design skills and increase knowledge of Nike's design philosophy, products and processes. You'll also work with category team members in design, development, business and merchandising to ensure feasibility of designs, meeting price point, merchandising needs and product creation timelines.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an Apparel Designer who delivers outstanding design skills to create original, innovative designs that accurately reflect Nike’s design philosophies and lead the industry. Through consumer connection you will identify key trends that translate into meaningful products that resonate with our consumers and fuels the future of Nike Inc.
You’ll need to have a distinct talent for responding to business objectives with creative design solutions that are aligned to consumer insights. Bringing to life the seasonal category creative direction through apparel design with solutions that are fueled by athlete/consumer Insights. The candidate needs to have a passion for craft, innovation, lifestyle apparel & sport culture, keeping in mind Nike’s rich legacy in sport and its future forward impact to our planet.
We are looking for a candidate who is curious, inquisitive, and motivated to discover new methods of make. You’ll need strong communication skills with teammates across the organization, including expert listening, collaborative problem solving and deep emotional intelligence. The role demands big picture thinking, with regards to product relevance, product positioning, timing and collections. We are looking for a candidate with highly collaborative skills and passion for details, and extremely thorough in executing accurate design assets. You’ll need to constantly demonstrate process proficiency through best practices, visualization and communication of ideas.
Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related design field or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
Minimum 1-4 years of relevant work experience in Apparel/Fashion design.
Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends and visual culture.
Passion for researching and analyzing trends across sport, youth and culture, and the ability to unpack key opportunities for Nike products.
Ability translating insights into authentic narratives, and visual storytelling in presentations & communication.
Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple competing priorities.
Proficient in sketching, illustration, typography, print and pattern, color theory and layout.
Knowledge of apparel product creation.
Digital design acumen in Adobe CC Suite and comfortable working with Digital Creation 3D Tools (CLO).
Ability to embrace diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.
Passion for empowering our Athletes/Teams and making their dreams come true.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As our Apparel Designer II in Men’s Lifestyle Classics, you'll design innovative apparel product with direction given from design management, utilize design skills to create original, innovative designs that appropriately reflect Nike's design philosophy. You'll communicate design concepts effectively and present concepts within the Men’s Apparel Lifestyle organization.
As part of the Menswear Apparel Lifestyle Classics design team, specifically you’ll be responsible for creating and supporting the future of the Classics portfolio which includes Wind Runner Franchise, Nike Club, and Nike Air collections. You will be focusing on iconic menswear sport silhouettes, essentials, sport styles that captures the look of sport in youth culture.
You'll prepare presentation materials that effectively communicate the concept behind the line for internal and external audiences. You'll monitor the development of prototype samples and interact with development, pattern making, materials, apparel lab, field testing and the sample room to exchange ideas and ensure timely completion of each project. You'll build awareness of current trends, color, technology and sports related products through research and travel.
This opportunity requires strong collaborative skills to meet deadlines, ensure feasibility of designs, hit price points, while taking your partners through the thinking behind your work.
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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
As our Apparel Designer II, you'll report directly to the Menswear Lifestyle Classics Design Director, work with design management and Senior Designer to actively gain experience, enhance design skills and increase knowledge of Nike's design philosophy, products and processes. You'll also work with category team members in design, development, business and merchandising to ensure feasibility of designs, meeting price point, merchandising needs and product creation timelines.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an Apparel Designer who delivers outstanding design skills to create original, innovative designs that accurately reflect Nike’s design philosophies and lead the industry. Through consumer connection you will identify key trends that translate into meaningful products that resonate with our consumers and fuels the future of Nike Inc.
You’ll need to have a distinct talent for responding to business objectives with creative design solutions that are aligned to consumer insights. Bringing to life the seasonal category creative direction through apparel design with solutions that are fueled by athlete/consumer Insights. The candidate needs to have a passion for craft, innovation, lifestyle apparel & sport culture, keeping in mind Nike’s rich legacy in sport and its future forward impact to our planet.
We are looking for a candidate who is curious, inquisitive, and motivated to discover new methods of make. You’ll need strong communication skills with teammates across the organization, including expert listening, collaborative problem solving and deep emotional intelligence. The role demands big picture thinking, with regards to product relevance, product positioning, timing and collections. We are looking for a candidate with highly collaborative skills and passion for details, and extremely thorough in executing accurate design assets. You’ll need to constantly demonstrate process proficiency through best practices, visualization and communication of ideas.
Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel/Fashion Design or related design field or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
Minimum 1-4 years of relevant work experience in Apparel/Fashion design.
Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends and visual culture.
Passion for researching and analyzing trends across sport, youth and culture, and the ability to unpack key opportunities for Nike products.
Ability translating insights into authentic narratives, and visual storytelling in presentations & communication.
Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple competing priorities.
Proficient in sketching, illustration, typography, print and pattern, color theory and layout.
Knowledge of apparel product creation.
Digital design acumen in Adobe CC Suite and comfortable working with Digital Creation 3D Tools (CLO).
Ability to embrace diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.
Passion for empowering our Athletes/Teams and making their dreams come true.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As our Apparel Designer II in Men’s Lifestyle Classics, you'll design innovative apparel product with direction given from design management, utilize design skills to create original, innovative designs that appropriately reflect Nike's design philosophy. You'll communicate design concepts effectively and present concepts within the Men’s Apparel Lifestyle organization.
As part of the Menswear Apparel Lifestyle Classics design team, specifically you’ll be responsible for creating and supporting the future of the Classics portfolio which includes Wind Runner Franchise, Nike Club, and Nike Air collections. You will be focusing on iconic menswear sport silhouettes, essentials, sport styles that captures the look of sport in youth culture.
You'll prepare presentation materials that effectively communicate the concept behind the line for internal and external audiences. You'll monitor the development of prototype samples and interact with development, pattern making, materials, apparel lab, field testing and the sample room to exchange ideas and ensure timely completion of each project. You'll build awareness of current trends, color, technology and sports related products through research and travel.
This opportunity requires strong collaborative skills to meet deadlines, ensure feasibility of designs, hit price points, while taking your partners through the thinking behind your work.
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, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.