Über diese Expert Designer, Basketball Footwear Product Design, Global Jordan Stelle bei Nike
Nike · Vor Ort · Beaverton, Oregon
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an Expert Designer, Footwear for Jordan Basketball, that will be responsible for new creation design for performance footwear of the Jordan Brand. This role will work directly with professional athletes to design world-class signature and non-signature basketball footwear.
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 Basketball 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 Design Director to create model & seasonal design direction that expands upon the seasonal creative vision from the Senior Director. 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 products
- Experience working with a signature athlete, specifically basketball a plus
- Proficient in Photoshop and Illustrator skills
- 3D design program experience a plus
- Top notch ideation & styling
- Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus
- 3D design program experience are a plus
- Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills
- AI exploration and rendering abilities a plus
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
- Must be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project
Team Requirements:
- Positive attitude and energy
- Team player
- Collaborator and works well with others
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.
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