WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

As a Senior Expert Footwear Designer in Running, you will be working hand-in-hand with a large project team of different professionals (engineers, researchers, scientists, marketing, testing, sustainability, materials, costing, etc.), collaborating within the design community (industrial designers, materials, color, graphics, computational, etc.), and be mentored by other designers. You will work under the direction of our Senior Director, Running Footwear Design, and be reviewed by other directors from other functions.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

As our Senior Expert Footwear Designer in Nike Running you will build industry-leading innovative footwear designs (but not limited to) from concept to reality. We value strong problem solving in providing athletes* with measurable benefits in performance that are matched with breathtaking iconic designs.

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training8 plus years’ experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other productsKnowledge of form, color, materials, human factors, related to elevating the consumer experienceAbility to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narrativesExperience in technical footwear design - running design is a plusAbility and passion to lead, mentor and onboard Design teammatesStrong Photoshop, Illustrator skillsMust be able to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs)Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus3D design programs experience is a plusStrong sketching, illustration, and rendering skillsSolid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materialsMust be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each projectKnowledge and experience with sustainable design and manufacturing are a plusExperienced with presentation programs: Keynote, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.Positive personality and energyLead + drive partnerships beyond the Design function (Marketing, Engineering, Development, etc.)Ability and passion to lead, mentor and onboard Design teammatesContribute and align to shared team culture and behaviorsCatalyst to make connections with other Design groupsLead + drive partnerships beyond the Design function (Marketing, Engineering, Development, etc.)Motivated and hardworking about bringing others alongExtraordinary teammate, and humble leaderCollaborator with a skill in connecting the dotsSpeaks up with courage for self and the teamOpen minded, good listener, receptive to candid feedback and diverse points of viewBeing a runner is not a requirement but being passionate and curious to learn about Running and the athlete* is.

*If you have a body, you are an athlete

**TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE PLEASE PROVIDE A FOOTWEAR DESIGN FOCUSED PORTFOLIO (INCLUDE A WEBSITE URL ON YOUR RESUME OR UPLOAD A PDF)

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

In Nike Running, you will work on designs that push the possibilities of the human potential through footwear (and beyond). We expect you to explore new opportunities, take risks, and change the game! In your day to day, you will engage with project teammates on researching, gaining insights, problem solving around performance and manufacturing, working with athletes, and crafting a vast range of creative and appealing solutions, that are also sustainable and considerate of cost. With each project, you are encouraged to also participate and present the work in informal and formal reviews.  The Senior Expert Designer will also collaborate and help build the design direction with the Senior Design Director.  As a top-tier designer with deep knowledge and experience in footwear, you will be seen as a team leader and mentor for other designers.

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.