Nike - Beaverton, OR
posted 11 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Beaverton, OR
Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
About the position
The Product Designer II for Global Jordan, Mens Footwear/Sport at NIKE, Inc. is responsible for creating innovative designs for basketball footwear that elevate the consumer experience. This role combines creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration with various teams to bring seasonal creative directions to life, ensuring that products meet the needs of athletes both in performance and style.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Jordan Materials, Color, and Development teams to bring seasonal creative direction to life through Footwear Design.
- Create innovative designs for basketball products under the direction of the Senior Design Director.
- Utilize consumer insights to develop compelling solutions for athletes.
- Finalize tech packages and assist Expert Designers and the Sr. Design Director in creating new hoops shoes.
- Follow the execution of all product details, including construction, color, form, style, detail, fit performance, and cost/value requirements.
- Review all samples and communicate necessary changes clearly.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 2 years of experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other products.
- Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives.
- Strong skills in Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Ability to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs).
- Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus.
- Experience with 3D design programs is a plus.
- Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
- Ability to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project.
Nice-to-haves
- Positive personality and energy.
- Ability and passion to learn.
- Resilience to setbacks.
Benefits
- Generous total rewards package.
- Casual work environment.
- Diverse and inclusive culture.
- Opportunities for professional development.
