NIKE, Inc

Senior Brand Creative Curator - Product and Sneaker Culture

NIKE, Inc$110K — $130K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of Nike experience preferred
  • Deep understanding of Nike's footwear and apparel
  • Passion for sport and cultural storytelling
  • Exceptional communication and trust-building skills
  • Experience leading complex projects amidst ambiguity
  • Ability to manage competing demands effectively
  • Confidence in curating top Nike/Jordan Brand products

Responsibilities

  • Serve as footwear and apparel authority within the DNA
  • Drive accuracy and accessibility of product data and stories
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen the product collection
  • Partner with various teams to activate the collection for key initiatives
  • Surface product stories and insights to inspire creative work
  • Engage in storytelling through presentations and tours
  • Educate internal and select external audiences on Nike's product evolution

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-departmental partnerships
  • Opportunity to influence Nike's product storytelling
  • Access to Nike's extensive product history and archives
  • Engagement with innovative thinkers in sports and design
  • Room for creativity in managing historical narratives and future innovations
Full Job Description
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

As the Senior Brand Creative Curator, you will serve as the Department of Nike Archives (DNA) footwear and apparel expert and as DNA’s steward of Nike’s product history.  You will help shape how Nike understands, activates, and learns from its product collection to support the Brand’s most important storytelling, innovation, and business priorities. 

Working closely with the DNA Director, you will uncover stories within the collection, identify opportunities to strengthen and evolve the product archive, and connect Nike’s past to the opportunities of today or tomorrow through extensive product history knowledge. This role requires expertise, rigor, and perspective to ensure DNA is focused on the areas that create the greatest value for the Brand.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Collection Expertise

  • Serve as DNA's footwear and apparel authority, continuously deepening the organization's understanding of Nike's product history, innovation journey, and collection.
  • Drive the accuracy and accessibility of product data, stories, and supporting materials.
  • Identify opportunities to expand, refine, and strengthen the collection based on current and future business needs.

Product Curation & Partnership

  • Partner with Brand Marketing, Brand Creative, Communications, Product, Design, and Innovation teams to activate the collection in support of key product launches, sport moments, and strategic initiatives.
  • Surface relevant product stories, artifacts, and insights that inspire creative work and inform decision-making.

Storytelling & Education

  • Bring Nike's product history to life through presentations, tours, experiences, and storytelling engagements.
  • Educate and inspire internal teams and select external audiences on the evolution of Nike products, athletes, innovation, and brand storytelling.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

As DNA's footwear and apparel history expert, you will build strong partnerships across Product, Design, Innovation, Brand Marketing, Brand Creative, Communications, and Energy Marketing. You will serve as a trusted collaborator and advisor, helping teams unlock the value of Nike's history to inform and inspire future work.

WHAT YOU BRING
  • 3+ years of Nike experience preferred, with a deep understanding of the brand, products (footwear and apparel), and the forces that have shaped Nike over time.
  • A genuine passion for sport, culture, and the stories that connect them.
  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build trust, influence partners, and engage senior leaders.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex, fast-moving projects while navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities.
  • Skilled at bringing people together, managing competing demands, and using tools and processes to keep work moving forward.
  • Confidence in ability to curate the best of the best Nike/Jordan Brand products to meet the needs of various product curation requests

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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