Lead Apparel Designer
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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Apparel, SportswearIndustries
Requirements
- Visionary creative, storyteller, and inspiring team leader
- Ability to translate Greater China (GC) Geography-specific market opportunities into unique Nike concepts
- Understanding of cultural nuances and aesthetics, local language, experience in GC markets, and expert knowledge of local consumers (preferred)
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, speed-to-market environment
- Skill in translating local trends into rapid design iterations that capture real-time consumer demand
- Expertise in curating brand-aligned product expression through Color, Graphic, and Materials on collections and key franchises
- Expert knowledge in Apparel Product Design, with understanding of manufacturing and construction
- Highly organized and strategic, with ability to manage a dynamic product design process
- Ability to serve as a key collaborator on a cross-functional product creation leadership team
- Passionate about visual storytelling through Sport & Culture
- Adaptable to a fast-paced, ever-evolving landscape
- Skilled in managing relationships, communicating effectively to team and partners, and facilitating collaboration
Responsibilities
- Lead the creation of uniquely-Nike Apparel through Apparel Product Expression and Storytelling with Color and Graphics
- Oversee Apparel Product Creation, including dimensions of key franchises and Geo-right silhouettes tailored for Greater China consumers across Men’s, Women’s, Kid’s, Lifestyle, and Performance products
- Serve as functional creative leader responsible for Apparel Design Excellence and Creative Direction, with business accountabilities to the GC GM
- Inspire and develop a high-performing diverse creative team, fostering innovation, connective storytelling, risk-taking, and continuous learning
- Define and uphold a creative process focused on mining consumer insights and design trends for key GC markets
- Utilize market trends and insights to build a uniquely-Nike creative vision that leads and connects with consumers at speed
- Facilitate creative collaboration sessions as leader of a cross-disciplinary design team
- Set Creative Direction to empower the team to create compelling product and guide through the close-to-market product design process
- Partner with the Footwear Design Director to create head-to-toe collections
- Curate a Greater China-specific creative point of view that amplifies the Nike voice and brand standards
- Collaborate with GC Express Lane Product Directors, Development Leaders, and GC Footwear Design Director to strategize, curate, and enable a distinct Nike point of view for Apparel opportunities
- Report functionally into the Sr. Creative Director of GEL
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for the Design Director position?
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Is this a remote position, or where is it located?
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What key skills are required for the Design Director role?
The role requires visionary creative leadership, expertise in Apparel Product Design including manufacturing and construction, understanding of Greater China market consumers and cultural nuances, and skills in managing a fast-paced design process with Color, Graphic, and Materials.
What is the company culture like at Nike?
Nike's culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination, seeking achievers, leaders, and visionaries who can grow, think, dream, and create in a challenging and evolving environment.
What makes a strong candidate for this Design Director position?
A strong candidate is a visionary creative, storyteller, and inspiring team leader with Greater China market expertise, apparel design knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while fostering innovation and collaboration.
Nike
Designs and sells athletic footwear and apparel
About Nike
Nike designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories aimed at athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and everyday consumers. Their products are created to be stylish and performance-oriented, catering to the needs of a diverse clientele. Nike operates through multiple sales channels, including retail stores, online platforms, and third-party retailers, and enhances its brand image through endorsements from well-known athletes and sports teams. A key aspect of Nike's approach is its membership program, which offers exclusive access to products and content, fostering a deeper connection with consumers. Unlike many competitors, Nike places a strong emphasis on sustainability and corporate responsibility, integrating these values into its operations and product development. The company's goal is to continue growing by creating products that resonate with consumers while promoting positive social and environmental impact.
Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters
1964Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social Impact, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
