NIKE, Inc

Lead Graphic Designer, Nike Design Strategy & Initiatives

NIKE, Inc$90K — $120K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Creative design portfolio submission required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in graphic design or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of professional design experience in brand, editorial, or agency roles.
  • Strong graphic design foundation with strategic understanding of design objectives.
  • Expertise in multiple design disciplines, including art direction and creative strategy.
  • Demonstrated passion for sport and culture, and design's impact on both.
  • Excellent verbal and visual communication skills for presenting to leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Translate creative strategy into visual design and storytelling.
  • Shape product branding and cultural programs within Nike.
  • Contribute to external brand presence through publications and activations.
  • Lead visual concepting and execution across diverse projects.
  • Develop graphic systems and visual identities in collaboration with partners.
  • Present design work to Senior Leadership and manage project timelines.
  • Elevate Nike Design's global expression through creative direction.

Benefits

  • Accommodations available for interview process, including assistive technologies.
  • Flexible options for in-person interviews and communication support.
Full Job Description
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

This role sits within the Design Strategy and Initiatives team, a center of excellence focused on elevating Nike Design across a wide range of creative and strategic projects. The team partners closely with the Chief Design Officer and Design Leadership, operating as an internal studio that delivers both internal and external work across the organization.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

You will translate creative strategy and bold ideas into visual design, art direction, and storytelling across the Nike Design organization. Your work will span two distinct modes: internal and external.

Internally, you will help shape product branding direction, cultural programs, and industry partnerships. Externally, you will contribute to how Nike Design shows up in the world through publications, activations, editorial content, and key brand moments.

You will lead visual concepting and execution across projects, develop graphic systems and visual identities, and collaborate with cross-functional partners. You will present work to Senior Leadership and manage projects from brief through delivery. In this role, you will use your experience in creative direction, art direction, and storytelling to elevate how Nike Design thinks, works, and expresses itself globally.

Key qualifications include:
• To be considered, you must submit a creative design portfolio. Please provide website links or attach PDF files when you apply.
• Bachelor's Degree in graphic design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
• 7+ years of professional experience in design within brand, editorial, or agency environments.
• A strong graphic design foundation paired with strategic thinking-you understand not only how design looks, but what it is intended to achieve.
• Demonstrated expertise across multiple design disciplines, including art direction, motion, graphic design, creative strategy, and spatial design.
• A passion for sport, culture, and the role design plays in shaping both.
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates range across visual systems, editorial, brand identity, storytelling, and world-building.
• Excellent verbal and visual communication skills, with the ability to clearly present and articulate creative decisions to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing time and resources to deliver high-quality creative output.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality under pressure.
• Curiosity about design culture, creative technology, and emerging directions in the industry.

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.

About NIKE, Inc

Nike is a sporting goods company that designs, develops, and markets footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. The company offers various categories of shoes including running, training, basketball, soccer, sport-inspired urban shoes, and kids' shoes. It also provides shoes for aquatic activities, baseball, football, cheerleading, golf, lacrosse, outdoor activities, skateboarding, tennis, volleyball, walking, wrestling, and various athletic and recreational uses. In addition, the company offers sports-inspired lifestyle apparel, athletic bags, and accessory items. Further, it provides a line of performance equipment including bags, socks, sports balls, eyewear, timepieces, electronic devices, bats, gloves, protective equipment, golf clubs, and various equipment designed for sports activities under the NIKE brand name, as well as markets apparel with licensed college and professional team and league logos. Additionally, it offers licenses to produce and sell NIKE brand swimwear, children's apparel, training equipment, eyewear, electronic devices, and golf accessories. The company also markets its products under the brand names of Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Umbro, Jack Purcell, Cole Haan, Bragano, and Hurley. It sells its products to retail accounts through stores, independent distributors, and licensees, as well as through its Website, nikestore.com. As of May 31, 2009, Nike, Inc. operated 338 retail stores in the United States and 336 retail stores internationally. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.

Nike Careers

Join the dynamic world of Nike, Inc., a global leader in sports apparel and innovation, where your career can flourish in an environment that fosters diversity, leadership, and growth. At Nike, we believe in bringing out the best in our team members through continuous professional development and a culture that celebrates creativity and innovation. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Nike’s mission to inspire and innovate towards a better world. Engage in work that intersects with cutting-edge technology, market-leading strategies, and sustainable practices that define the future of the sports industry. Lead with us at the forefront of the global marketplace, where your skills in leadership, teamwork, and innovation can shine. Nike offers a unique position in the industry, combining deep industry expertise with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are pioneers in their fields. Nike, Inc. employs over 75,000 passionate and talented individuals worldwide, all dedicated to moving the world of sports forward. Introducing Nike’s Professional Growth and Development Opportunities We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can succeed. Nike offers a variety of job opportunities, from in-store retail positions to corporate roles in design, marketing, and technology. Do Innovative Work Join us and contribute to our mission of bringing inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. (*If you have a body, you are an athlete.) Deliver targeted solutions and drive innovation through your unique perspective and skills. At Nike, Inc., your work directly contributes to our global impact. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that connects with consumers and impacts millions worldwide. Our team benefits from unparalleled capabilities, a commitment to diversity training, and a culture that encourages professional growth and networking. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with Nike’s comprehensive benefits and support systems. We provide extensive training, development programs, and leadership courses to help you reach your full potential. Explore Discover how Nike is leading in sustainable innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sports industry. The Nike Employment Experience Our combined efforts in innovation, culture, and leadership make Nike, Inc. not just a place to work, but a place to grow a rewarding career. Clients and employees alike look to Nike for new strategies and impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, driven, creative, and solution-oriented team players. SEARCH NIKE JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Nike, Inc.
Learn more about NIKE, Inc
Size
73,300 employees
Market Cap
$184.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1964
5 Year Trend
+6.3%
Revenue
$38.2 billion
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