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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.

This job posting represents two Expert Footwear Designers, Men's Jordan Sport roles.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for an Expert Designer, Footwear for Men's Jordan Sport, that will be responsible for new creation design for performance footwear of theJordan Brand. This role will work directly with professional athletes to design world-class signature and non-signature basketball footwear, namely thee Air Jordan himself.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Using a strong understanding of lateral sport performance, construction and manufacturing experience, and both business and design needs--this candidate will continually raise the bar in the performance and style of Jordan Sport footwear. This designer demonstrates the ability to understand subcultures linked to the world of basketball, as well as provide a point of view for distinction from trends & competitors.

Travel to meet athletes will be required, and in some cases necessary under short notice. This role will also require regular travel to overseas Product Creation Centers multiple times per year.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

This designer will work daily with Materials Design, Color Design, and Graphic Design, to collaboratively create concepts reviewed by the Design Leadership Team. Beyond the design team, the Expert Designer will also help lead the cross-functional team to maintain a clear and holistic design point of view in the midst of multiple levels of feedback & stakeholders without losing sight of the mission outlined by the brief. Where there is ambiguity, the Expert Designer will work with their team and leadership to sharpen the key needs and next steps for progress.

The Expert Designer will work closely with the Senior Product Design Director to create model & seasonal design direction that expands upon the seasonal creative vision from the Senior Creative Director. Creative Launch output twice a year requires a strong understanding of the Organizational (Game Plan) calendar to help make smart decisions in progressing both inline and CL endeavors through prioritization and communication with the team.

As a model for creative excellence, the Expert Designer will mentor other product design teammates and display the behaviors necessary to rise to the occasion as a team.

This designer always treats others thoughtfully and with respect to create a welcoming and inclusive team environment. The successful candidate will look to build the confidence of teammates in order to create a relationship based on feedback as a cultural norm. The relentless desire to pursue greatness drives the determination and resilience to succeed at this role.

To be considered for this role, please submit a portfolio (as a pdf or include a URL on your resume)

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelor's Degree in product design or a relevant design degree or a combination of relevant education, experience, and training.

At least 5 years of experience designing and developing innovative footwear productsMust have experience working with a signature athlete, specifically basketballProficient in Photoshop and Illustrator skills3D design program experience a plusTop notch ideation & stylingCobbling and prototyping skills are a plus3D design program experience are a plusStrong sketching, illustration, and rendering skillsSolid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materialsMust be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project

Team Requirements:

Positive attitude and energyTeam playerCollaborator and works well with others

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.