About Nike

Nike, Inc. stands as the global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories, inspiring athletes worldwide with its iconic 'Just Do It' ethos. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Nike drives innovation through cutting-edge design, performance technology, and cultural relevance. The Global Jordan division elevates this mission, blending basketball heritage with streetwear edge to captivate next-generation athletes and fans. As a Director, Energy Footwear Product Design in Global Jordan, you'll shape the future of sport style at the intersection of creativity and commerce.

Role Overview

This is an elite leadership opportunity within Nike's Global Jordan Energy team, with multiple roles available: Director, Energy Ignite Product Design and Director, Energy Sublabel & Brand Partnerships Product Design. Based in Beaverton, Oregon, these positions demand visionary leaders passionate about street, sport, fashion, action sports, and defiant sub-cultures. You'll incubate net-new growth by translating cultural icons, rhythms, and unsung heroes into groundbreaking footwear concepts that honor Jordan's past, elevate the present, and ignite the future. Thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where ambiguity fuels innovation and hands-on design meets strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Creative Vision and Strategy

Define and drive design direction for Jordan Energy platforms, blending irreverent style with sport performance. Set the creative bar high, pushing ideas further while refining for world-class outcomes.

Hands-On Product Development

Remain deeply involved in ideation, concepting, prototyping, and development, ensuring every detail aligns with brand ethos and cultural authenticity.

Cultural Translation and Partnerships

Platform global influences from communities, celebrities, artists, and retailers into authentic designs. Navigate complex collaborations while safeguarding Jordan's integrity.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Rally diverse stakeholders—designers, marketers, developers—around compelling visions. Build trust, develop talent, and elevate teams in dynamic workflows.

Innovation and Risk-Taking

Explore new spaces for relevance and growth, challenging conventions to deliver imaginative, impactful work that resonates globally.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience and Expertise

Seasoned Design Director with proven success leading high-visibility footwear, apparel, and lifestyle projects. Fluent in collaborations across industries, with a track record of authentic, culture-driven outcomes.

Cultural Fluency

Deep passion for streetwear, sport, fashion, action sports, and sub-cultures embodying originality and defiance. Skilled at translating community language into design innovation.

Leadership Qualities

Confident people leader who thrives in ambiguity, manages multiple timelines, and fosters environments for peak creativity. Empathetic, strategic, with exceptional taste and point-of-view.

Technical and Creative Skills

Expertise in trend discovery, product storytelling, graphic language, and experiential direction. Systems thinker comfortable across disciplines in fast-paced settings.

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers a premium compensation package tailored for top talent. Enjoy competitive base salary estimated at $220,000-$320,000 annually (based on Retail/Tech sector benchmarks with buffer), plus performance bonuses, equity grants, and profit-sharing. Comprehensive benefits include family health coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and parental leave. Perks feature steep employee discounts on Nike/Jordan products, on-site fitness centers, childcare at the Beaverton World Headquarters, and subsidized wellness programs. Flexible hybrid work supports work-life balance in a collaborative campus environment.

Career Growth

At Nike, directors like you access unparalleled advancement. Mentorship from Jordan design legends, global exposure via cross-category projects, and leadership academies propel careers. Many alumni ascend to VP roles or launch signature lines. Nike University provides ongoing training in design tech, AI-driven innovation, and executive presence, ensuring you're equipped for sustained impact.

Why Join Us

Be part of Jordan Design—a hub for boundary-breakers where imagination meets purpose. Influence billions through products worn by icons, shape youth culture, and drive Nike's $50B+ empire. In Beaverton, collaborate with elite creatives amid Oregon's natural beauty, with Portland's vibrant scene nearby. This isn't just a job; it's a platform to legacy-build in sport and style.

Role FAQs

What makes these roles unique?

Focus on Jordan Energy's risk-taking ethos, incubating growth in street/sport fusion with hands-on leadership across Ignite and Sublabel partnerships.

Is relocation support available?

Yes, Nike provides comprehensive relocation packages for Beaverton-based roles.

What tools does the team use?

Advanced CAD software, 3D printing, VR prototyping, and proprietary Nike design platforms.

How collaborative is the environment?

Highly—expect daily syncs with global teams, athlete feedback loops, and partner immersions.

What's the interview process?

Portfolio review, cultural case study, leadership presentation, and executive panel.