Designer II, Field Sports Apparel Graphic Design

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’LL WORK WITH

This role reports to the Design Director and partners closely with Expert Designers, the broader Sports Apparel design community, and cross-functional partners. The team brings diverse perspectives together to create distinctive apparel for athletes, teams, and fans across Nike-branded and licensed collections.

Nike is looking for a Graphic Designer II who can help shape the future of Field Sports apparel through innovative graphic storytelling and product expression. This designer brings curiosity, optimism, and a strong connection to sport, along with the confidence to explore new possibilities and push creative boundaries. They translate complex consumer, athlete, team, cultural, and marketplace insights into authentic narratives and compelling design solutions. They thrive in collaborative environments, seek diverse perspectives, and give and receive constructive feedback with clarity. The ideal candidate balances creative vision with disciplined execution, manages multiple projects effectively, and consistently upholds Nike brand standards. They understand typography, identity, color, and apparel product creation, and they stay connected to emerging design trends and visual culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, apparel design, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
• 1 to 4+ years of relevant experience in graphic design, color design, or product design.
• A curated portfolio demonstrating research, inspiration, design development, problem-solving, process, and final execution across a range of projects.
• Proficiency in typography, brand identity, color theory, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Creative Suite. Experience with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop is preferred.
• Willingness to work with digital and 3D tools, supported by an understanding of apparel product creation, design trends, and visual culture.

You will help shape the future of Field Sports apparel through compelling graphic narratives, innovative design solutions, and consumer-driven storytelling. Your work will connect with athletes, teams, and fans while strengthening visual expression across Nike branded and licensed collections.

• Create seasonal graphics and visual systems for Nike-branded and licensed Field Sports apparel collections.
• Translate insights from athletes, fans, teams, cultural trends, and the marketplace into authentic graphic stories and product solutions.
• Design distinctive visual expressions for uniforms, on-field products, fanwear, and sideline collections.
• Partner with Expert Designers, the broader Sports Apparel design community, and cross-functional teams to bring diverse creative perspectives to life.
• Present creative concepts and communicate your design vision clearly to internal and external partners.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining strong craft, consistent execution, and Nike brand standards.
• Contribute constructive feedback and help foster an inclusive, collaborative design environment.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.