Digital Apparel Designer II, Innovation

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

We are seeking a Digital Apparel Designer II to join the Apparel Digital Design Studio within Nike’s Innovation Team. The Digital Design Studio, part of the Advanced Digital Creation Studio, is dedicated to utilizing advanced digital workflows to develop innovative product concepts driven by Athlete* data. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Apparel Digital Design and will serve as a subject matter expert on collaborative teams comprising innovators, designers, and engineers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Digital Apparel Designer II with a robust design portfolio, notable experience in both 2D and 3D software, and fluency in computational design tools and techniques. The ideal candidate should be capable of working independently and collaboratively with a strong aesthetic sensibility and able to translate abstract concepts into fully realized form.

In this role, you will collaborate with the apparel design team to trial new digital capabilities, design innovative products, and streamline development and manufacturing processes through digital means. You should possess digital design skills and understand how to integrate them with best practices in apparel product creation. Your portfolio clearly demonstrates your experience working on key concepts or product lines with complex design requirements. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams and contribute to the creation of best-in-class products.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Architecture, Gaming, Industrial Design or Computer Science. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience using computational design in product design or related fields.

• Apparel product design experience is helpful.

• A strong design portfolio that demonstrates an expertise in digital design.

• Skilled in 2D and 3D modeling software (Rhino/GH, Clo3D, Houdini, Blender, Adobe Suite, etc)

• Prefer experience in 3D printing and/or computational methods of make.

• Experience in visual programming and/or coding languages (Python, C++, JavaScript) is a plus.

• Ability to continually expand knowledge of digital creation tools and processes and stay current with industry digital creation innovations.

• Ability to think critically and creatively in solving complex problems.

• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-disciplinary product teams of footwear designers, developers, and engineers.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

As the Digital Apparel Designer II, you will be responsible for applying design algorithms for apparel concepts within Nike Innovation and Inline Product Creation. Your role involves serving as a subject matter expert, incorporating Athlete* data and advanced aesthetics into product designs. You will work on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables meet the highest quality standards. Additionally, you will need to adapt to the rapidly evolving landscape of digital design technology, maintaining a position at the cutting edge of advanced digital design.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• While you will frequently collaborate with the broader team of Digital Designers, your daily responsibilities involve serving as an integrated subject matter expert on product teams.

• The position necessitates frequent use of Rhino/Grasshopper, with the ability to utilize and alter scripts independently to fulfill project requirements.

• You will work with, manipulate and independently create digital apparel simulations of the product being designed.

• You are expected to participate in project-related meetings, work sessions, and design sprints as required.

• You will collaborate with development and manufacturing teams to examine the intersection of design aesthetics, performance requirements, and innovative manufacturing methods.

• Your role will involve assisting designers in incorporating new methodologies into their creative processes.

• You will maintain the culture and reputation of the Digital Design team in your daily interactions.

• You may travel to support product development as needed.

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.