Director, Kobe Expression Design

As a Director in Kobe Expression (Color, Graphics, Materials Design), you will collaborate and mentor within the design community and work with cross-functional project teams including product managers, developers, researchers, marketing, and costing. This role reports to the Senior Creative Director, Kobe Footwear & Apparel Product Design, and leads a team of designers across footwear and apparel.

What We’re Looking For

• Design visionary with exceptional taste, a refined aesthetic point of view, and an unwavering commitment to craft.
• Ability to create elevated design solutions with strong attention to detail, proportion, and storytelling.
• Ability to lead through design vision and create products that resonate with consumers on and off the court.
• Deep understanding of cultural relevance and emerging trends.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field, or a suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 10+ years working in Design or a related field.
• 2 years in a management or leadership role; 5 years preferred.
• Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives.
• Exceptional knowledge of design, art, and fashion, with a passion for sport and youth culture.
• Ability to build seasonal concepts and narratives using new innovations, techniques, and ideas.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Experience with Keynote and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong communication and relationship leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Ability to lead and mentor designers, support development opportunities, make hiring decisions, and drive performance management, recognition, and rewards.
• Open-minded, a good listener, and receptive to candid feedback and diverse points of view.

To be considered for this role, you must provide a design portfolio by uploading a PDF or providing a URL and password if applicable.

What You’ll Work On

You will lead color, graphic, and material design for the Kobe brand. You will elevate new techniques and expressions that influence new models, while developing seasonal narratives and elevating existing materials for classic and iconic products.

Your goal will be to pursue product excellence by partnering with key stakeholders throughout the product creation process and bringing the vision for the future of the Kobe brand to life. You will focus on industry-leading design, consumer insights, innovation, and cultural connections to create separation in the market.

NIKE, Inc. offers accommodations throughout the interview process, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible interview locations, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. Nike is an equal opportunity employer and offers a total rewards package, a casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and professional development opportunities.