Senior 3D Designer 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

As a Senior 3D Designer in the Advanced Digital Creation Studio, you’ll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of innovators, developers, designers, and engineers redefining the future of product creation. You may also engage with external vendors and factory partners, as needed. This role reports to the Manager of 3D Design, Innovation.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for an outstanding 3D designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. You’re fluent in digital tools, passionate about innovation, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. You bring a strong design sensibility, technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset. You’re excited by challenges and open to learning new things.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Computer Animation, 3D Designor related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training

• 3–5 years of experience in 3D design, digital product creation, or related fields

• Mastery of software such as Maya, Blender, Rhino, ZBrush or similar

• Strong understanding of materials, lighting, and rendering techniques with proficiency in software such as Substance Suite, KeyShot, Unreal Engine or similar

• Experience in innovation or R&D environments is a plus

• Excellent communication and storytelling skills

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with generative design, AI generation, parametric modeling, and rapid prototyping are all pluses

• Passion for experimentation and pushing creative boundaries

• Willingness to break out of a digital workspace and work on physical prototypes (e.g., cutting, drilling, gluing)

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

If this is you, you’ll serve as a subject matter expert, creating high-fidelity 3D models and physical prototypes for both self-driven concepts and collaborations with design partners. Your work will help define future workflows and shape how we engage with our internal and external collaborators. Your work will help elevate design and innovation for the brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop advanced 3D assets and physical prototypes for concept exploration and enhanced storytelling

• Translate abstract ideas into compelling, fully realized digital designs

• Drive adoption of new 3D tools and workflows

• Present work to stakeholders with clarity and strategic insight

• Contribute a unique perspective and continue to evolve your toolset

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.