Designer II, GFB Footwear Graphic Design

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Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH You will be helping to drive graphic strategy and vision while working with multiple teams of designers, developers, and product managers within Global Football footwear to deliver creative concepts that are in line with the Nike Design Ethos. This opportunity will require tight-knit collaboration to meet deadlines, stay within budgets, ensure feasibility of designs, all while communicating the creative story behind your work to internal partners. This role is focused on Global Football footwear and does not include apparel. You'll be working with a sport and performance driven team and while a strong understand of football (soccer) is a bonus, it is not required. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR As our Graphic Designer II, you will combine your experience, problem solving abilities, and creativity to bring to life the seasonal creative narratives through graphic design that is trend relevant to the consumer. You will create original graphics that appropriately reflect the future of Nike Football. The designs you create will be industry leading, trend right and will consistently incorporate consumer/athlete insights through powerful storytelling, emotional connectivity and relevance. Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Product Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training. 1-4+ years directly relevant work experience. Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends, as well as visual culture. Ability to translate insights into authentic narratives and visual storytelling. Ability to adapt to change and balance multiple, contending priorities. Professional visual and verbal communication skills, and the ability to effectively present design intent to internal and external audiences. Knowledge of repeat pattern creation, printing techniques specific to textiles, understanding how designs will translate from digital to physical. Knowledge of branding, typography and packaging. Ability to translate graphics into graphic applications (ie screenprints, molds, sublimation, etc) Knowledge of footwear product creation and basic knowledge of footwear construction. Proficient in Adobe CC and comfortable working within new digital spaces. (Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a must). Ability to embrace diverse points of view while encouraging an environment of inclusivity.

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