Designer II, Energy Footwear Product Design

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination.

Who You’ll Work With

You will collaborate with design management to gain experience, enhance design skills, and increase knowledge of Nike’s design philosophy, products, and processes. You’ll also partner with category team members in design, development, and merchandising to ensure design feasibility, price-point alignment, merchandising needs, and product creation timelines.

You will report to the Director, NSW Energy Footwear Product Design.

Who We Are Looking For

We’re seeking a passionate Footwear Designer II for NSW Sportswear Energy who has a focused interest in bringing innovation and style together and a passion for unique footwear products.

• Bachelor’s degree in design or a related field. Any suitable combination of education, experience, and training will be considered.
• Two or more years of experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other products preferred.
• Ability to apply design skills including drawing, sketching, ideation, visual presentation development, and layout.
• Passion for culture, music, art, sneakers, and streetwear.
• Strong Photoshop and Illustrator skills.
• Ability to create accurate 2D technical drawings and tech packs.
• Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Ability to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project.
• Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus.
• 3D design program knowledge and AI experience are a plus.
• Technical footwear design experience is a plus.
• Experience with presentation programs such as Keynote, PowerPoint, and Acrobat.
• Positive personality and energy.
• Ability to contribute and align to shared team culture and behaviors.

To be considered for this role, you must submit a footwear design-focused portfolio.

What You’ll Work On

You will work on designs that push the possibilities of sports and culture through footwear. You will explore new opportunities, take risks, and change the game.

Your day-to-day work will include researching, gaining insights, problem solving around performance and manufacturing, working with consumers, and creating a broad range of creative and beautiful solutions that are sustainable and considerate of cost. You will participate in and present work during informal and formal reviews. In addition to individual project work, you will collaborate with innovation partners and consumers.

Accessibility and Benefits

NIKE offers accommodations throughout the interview process, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible interview locations, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed.

NIKE, Inc. offers a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.