**WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH** This role is based in Seoul, Korea, as part of the APLA (Asia Pacific Latin America) Express Lane Team. The Lead Apparel Graphic Designer will focus on graphics, color, prints, and trims across Nike Apparel for both Men’s and Women’s categories, spanning Lifestyle and Performance. This individual contributor reports to the APLA Design Director at WHQ and collaborates with APLA Apparel and Footwear Design, Product Management, Development, Merchandising, Marketing, Global Design, Nike Creative, local PCC (Product Creation Center) and factory partners, and external vendors. **WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR** Nike is seeking a visionary Lead Apparel Graphic Designer to drive creative strategy and execution for regionally relevant, consumer-connected apparel design in Seoul, Korea. The ideal candidate brings advanced expertise in apparel graphic design, a deep understanding of Korean and Japanese consumer trends, and a proven ability to lead initiatives and mentor others. They thrive in fast-paced, multicultural environments and embody Nike’s values of authenticity, accountability, collaboration, and courage. This role demands strategic thinking, agility, and a collaborative spirit to deliver high-impact design solutions under tight timelines. + Open to work in Seoul, Korea + 6+ years of professional design experience in sportswear, apparel, or streetwear + Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fashion, Textile, Apparel Design, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training + Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Miro; 3D/AI rendering software a plus + Experience mentoring junior designers and leading complex projects **WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON** You’ll lead the seasonal graphic strategy for APLA apparel, crafting innovative palettes, prints, trims, and applications that connect with the APLA consumer. You’ll partner across functions to build trend-driven assortments, communicate design intent, and refine execution. You’ll present concepts clearly, manage timelines, and mentor junior designers while staying deeply connected to Seoul and Tokyo design trends. + Create product expressions aligned with global creative direction, seasonal concepts, gender strategies, and geo assortments + Drive graphic strategy using consumer insights and market trends + Collaborate with Product Management and Development to build assortments and refine prototypes + Present design concepts and storytelling to internal and external stakeholders + Manage deliverables, timelines, and feasibility reviews + Demonstrate trend mining and deep consumer connection + Mentor junior designers and contribute to Seoul studio’s creative culture NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.