WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH You’ll work closely with the Running & ACG Innovation Senior Design Director and a team of innovators, scientists, biomechanists, engineers, program managers and athletes who share a passion for creative problem-solving and challenging convention. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Nike seeks a visionary Footwear Designer to shape the future of Running and ACG. Curious and passionate about sport and culture, you’ll learn from athletes’ needs, push design boundaries and bring energy, adaptability and collaboration to bold ideas. • Bachelor’s degree in industrial design or a related field, or a suitable combination of education, experience and training. • 8+ years designing and developing innovative footwear and other products; footwear design experience required. • Create accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs) and communicate ideas through sketches, illustrations and renderings. • Translate consumer insights into product solutions and narratives. • Proficiency in Adobe CC, comfort in new digital spaces, and 3D/AI design skills with interest in emerging technologies. • Cobbling, prototyping and building skills encouraged. • Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials; eagerness to experiment with advanced materials and new methods. • Generate diverse concepts and solutions, and simplify complex problems. • Bring positive energy to a strong creative environment. • Show entrepreneurial initiative and courage in advocating for your ideas and the team’s. • Listen openly and welcome candid feedback and diverse perspectives. • Lead partnerships beyond Design, including Marketing, Engineering and Development. • Running/outdoor knowledge is a plus. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON You’ll advance Running and ACG footwear through athlete insights, creative exploration and independent and collaborative work, using Nike’s resources to deliver impactful solutions. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with athletes, biomechanists and the Nike Sports Research Lab to uncover opportunities and address real-world needs. • Build cross-functional relationships with engineers, innovators and designers, developing your ideas and building on others’ solutions. • Balance teamwork and independent exploration with entrepreneurial drive, self-motivation and effective use of Nike’s resources. • Present work in formal and informal reviews, incorporating feedback to improve. • Explore innovative solutions through sketching, 3D and cobbling. • Adapt and solve problems creatively in a fast-paced environment. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.