NIKE, Inc

Senior Professional, NA Employee Communications & Experiences

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, PR, Communications, or related field; alternative education and experience accepted
  • 5+ years in corporate, agency, or public relations supporting global brands, ideally with a focus on culture and sport
  • Proven ability to create and execute strategic communications plans and impactful content
  • Exceptional writing skills for diverse formats including executive communications and event messages
  • Strong collaboration skills within a complex, matrixed organization
  • Creative, optimistic, and agile mindset with a passion for storytelling
  • Deep understanding of sport culture and its influence on global narratives

Responsibilities

  • Own and lead strategic employee communications aligned with geo-wide priorities
  • Balance long-term strategy with short-term execution to create a cohesive narrative
  • Engage employees through storytelling, experiences, and executive communication moments
  • Design signature employee experiences celebrating sport, culture, and innovation
  • Build cross-functional relationships to enhance consistent messaging and collaboration
  • Champion fandom communities to foster team unity and brand pride
  • Lead editorial planning and content creation for local storytelling
  • Collaborate on significant employee moments, ensuring equitable representation
  • Promote community impact initiatives to connect employees with local efforts
  • Establish measurement protocols for continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with top leadership and influential teams
  • Collaborative environment with diverse stakeholders
  • Focus on employee experiences that reflect community and culture
  • Access to global initiatives driving enterprise impact
  • Creative role where sport is central to the mission
Full Job Description
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

You'll be a core member of North America Employee Communications & Experiences team, working closely with NA leadership, HR, Brand, Marketplace and Community Impact teams. You'll collaborate with colleagues across North America and Global Communications to share stories, align strategy, and ensure the NA voice resonates across the geo.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for an inspiring and strategic Sr. Professional, Employee Communications & Experiences to lead internal communications, storytelling and engagement across the North America geography - home to a vibrant mix of corporate, retail, and distribution center employees.

You are a connector, storyteller, and cultural translator - someone who understands the unique pulse of sports and fandom and how local culture fuels Nike's global mission. You are at ease working with top Nike leaders and know how to build and execute communications plans and experiences that build business acumen, deepen employee connection, and bring bring sport to life from our backyard to the world.

You bring strong strategic insights, editorial development, creative problem-solving and proven experience shaping narratives that unite diverse audiences. You thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and know how to turn storytelling into experiences that move people.
  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, PR, English, Humanities, Sociology, Psychology, Communications, or related subject area. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
  • 5+ years professional experience in high profile corporate, agency, and/or public relations roles support global brands with a strong preference for an emphasis on culture and sport is strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to build and execute strategic communications plans and create high-impact content across platforms and audiences.
  • Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, including executive communications, internal editorial content, and event messaging.
  • Ability to collaborate across a complex, matrixed organization with multiple stakeholders and audiences.
  • Creativity, optimism, and agility, with a passion for connecting people to purpose through story and experience.
  • Deep understanding of sport culture, and how local stories can shape global narratives.


WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

As the Sr. Professional, Employee Communications & Experiences, you will amplify the voice of North America by leading communications strategy and execution for all employees in the geography - spanning corporate, marketplace, and distribution center teams - and by collaborating closely with global counterparts on broader initiatives that that impact the entire enterprise. In a nutshell, you'll put sport at the center of everything you do for sport's biggest fan... our employees.

Reporting to the Director, North America Employee Communications & Experiences, key responsibilities include:
  • Own and drive strategic employees communications, built on geo-wide priorities and uniquely shaped for Nike's sport communities.
  • Balance long-term planning with short-term execution to deliver a cohesive narrative that connects employees to Nike's mission and priorities.
  • Partner with NA leadership to engage employees - executive moments, storytelling, and experiences that inspire, inform and support Geo and enterprise stategy.
  • Design and deliver signature employee experiences that reflect unique and creative sport communities, celebrating the power of sport, culture and innovation.
  • Build critical cross-functional relationships (HR, Brand, Marketplace, Distribution, Employee Networks) - create connections that inform, shape and influence the work of NA Comms as a strategic business partner to ensure consistent messaging and alignment across the full employee experience.
  • Ignite sport's biggest fans - identify fandom communities (e.g. mad footies, sneakerheads, cross fit) whose pride for the brand can rally the team and propel us forward.
  • Champion local storytelling - lead editorial planning and content creation that showcases the voices and achievements of teams, leveraging appropriate internal/external channels for the greatest reach and impact.
  • Collaborate on key North America and Global employee moments, ensuring geography perspectives are represented in plans and experiences and storytelling across all populations are equitable.
  • Amplify community and impact work, partnering closely with Marketplace and Social & Community Impact teams to elevate initiatives that drive connection between employees and their local communities (e.g. volunteering).
  • Stay attuned to sport culture, identifying emerging trends, conversations, and moments that can inspire storytelling and engagement opportunities across the brand.
  • Measure for progress - build measurement protocols into every plan to drive continuous improvement

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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