About Nike

Nike, the world's leading sports brand, is renowned for innovation, performance, and cultural impact. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Nike drives the future of sport through groundbreaking footwear, apparel, and digital experiences. With a mission to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world, Nike employs top talent to push boundaries in design, technology, and consumer engagement. As a Senior Designer in NBY Footwear Color Design Expression, you'll contribute to Nike's legacy of creating products that elevate athlete performance and lifestyle expression.

Role Overview

The Senior Designer, NBY Footwear Color Design Expression, is a pivotal individual contributor role reporting to the NBY Color Design Manager. Based in Beaverton, Oregon, this position involves close collaboration with Color Design Manager, Product Management, Development, and Digital teams to pioneer the future of customization in performance and lifestyle footwear. You'll infuse creative vision into color palettes, narratives, and customization strategies, ensuring Nike's footwear stands out in a competitive market. This role demands a blend of artistic flair, technical prowess, and strategic thinking to deliver athlete-relevant, industry-leading outcomes.

Key Focus Areas

Expect a dynamic environment where you'll thrive on complexity, embrace ambiguity, and translate cultural trends into compelling designs. Graphic design experience is a valued plus, enhancing your ability to craft visually stunning presentations and prototypes.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, your contributions will directly shape Nike's customization offerings. Daily tasks include:

• Creating and managing innovative color palettes, narratives, and blocking strategies for performance and lifestyle footwear.
• Collaborating with NBY design teams and cross-functional partners, including inline counterparts, to deliver unique consumer customization opportunities.
• Translating consumer insights, cultural trends, and market knowledge into product solutions that elevate emotion and experience.
• Managing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting while pushing design boundaries.
• Utilizing presentation tools like Keynote, PowerPoint, and Acrobat to communicate visions effectively.

These responsibilities offer continuous learning and growth, positioning you at the forefront of Nike's footwear innovation.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks candidates who embody curiosity, excellence, and a passion for footwear design. Essential qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Design or a related field, or any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in designing and developing innovative footwear and other products.
• Proven ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into compelling product solutions and narratives.
• Deep knowledge of form, color, materials, human factors, and trends as they relate to enhancing consumer experiences.
• Proficiency with presentation programs such as Keynote, PowerPoint, and Acrobat.

Ideal candidates thrive in collaborative, ambiguous environments, solve problems meticulously, and bring graphic design expertise as a bonus.

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers an unmatched compensation package designed for top talent:

• Competitive salary estimated at $110,000 - $160,000 USD annually, based on Retail/Tech sector rates with a buffer for high performers.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and family support benefits.
• Employee discounts on Nike products and exclusive access to events.
• State-of-the-art facilities in Beaverton, including gyms, cafes, and innovation labs.

Accessibility is core: Nike provides accommodations like screen readers, sign language interpreters, and closed captioning throughout the interview process.

Career Growth

At Nike, career progression is fueled by continuous learning and impact. As a Senior Designer, you'll gain exposure to global teams, advanced design tools, and high-stakes projects. Nike University offers world-class training, mentorship from industry leaders, and pathways to leadership roles in color design, product management, or creative direction. Many alumni advance to director-level positions, leveraging Nike's culture of innovation and mobility.

Development Opportunities

Expect regular feedback, skill-building workshops, and cross-functional rotations to broaden your expertise in footwear customization and beyond.

Why Join Us

Joining Nike means being part of a brand that defines sport and culture. In Beaverton, you'll work in a vibrant campus environment fostering creativity and collaboration. This role offers the chance to influence millions through customizable footwear that resonates emotionally. Nike's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability ensures your work aligns with purpose-driven impact. With a supportive culture that values work-life balance and bold ideas, Nike empowers you to create the future of design.

Role FAQs

What is the work environment like?

Fast-paced, cross-functional, and collaborative, with a focus on innovation and athlete-centric design.

Is remote work an option?

This is an on-site role in Beaverton, Oregon, leveraging Nike's world-class facilities.

What accommodations are available?

Nike provides extensive support, including the Candidate Accommodation Request Form for disabilities.

How does this role fit into Nike's broader strategy?

It accelerates Nike By You (NBY) customization, enhancing personalization across performance and lifestyle lines.

What salary can I expect?

Estimated $110,000 - $160,000 USD yearly, based on experience and market rates.