Senior Designer, Kids NSW & Tee Apparel Graphic Design

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

The Senior Designer reports to the Senior Manager, Kids Sportswear Apparel Graphic Design and collaborates closely with cross-functional partners across Apparel Design, Color Design, Product Management, Merchandising, and Development.

The role works across seasonal Kids Sportswear collections for both boys and girls, partnering to deliver elevated, scalable graphic narratives aligned to Nike’s design ethos and business priorities.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike seeks a Senior Designer who brings a strong creative point of view, deep understanding of kids’ culture, and the ability to translate insights into compelling graphic systems for apparel.

This role requires a designer who balances concept and execution—driving innovative ideas while delivering against timelines, product creation needs, and commercial goals.

The ideal candidate:

• To be considered, you must submit a creative design portfolio. Please provide website links or attach pdf files when you apply.

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.

• 4+ years of apparel graphic design experience

• Brings a clear and informed point of view on youth culture, sport, and lifestyle trends

• Demonstrates ability to build scalable graphic systems across collections

• Shows passion for storytelling and craft, from concept through final execution

• Operates as a proactive and highly collaborative partner across functions

• Communicates ideas clearly through presentations and visual storytelling

• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Possesses a strong understanding of apparel product creation and graphic application

• Demonstrates proficiency in Adobe CC and comfort working in digital design environments

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You will lead the development of seasonal graphic design concepts across Kids Sportswear apparel, contributing to both immediate product creation and long-term creative direction.

A typical day includes concepting graphic narratives, building visual centers, reviewing prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to bring product to life.

Key responsibilities include:

• Create and execute graphic concepts across seasonal collections for boys and girls

• Develop scalable graphic systems that work across silhouettes and product categories

• Translate cultural and consumer insights into relevant, on-brand design solutions

• Partner with Apparel Design, Color, and Product teams to ensure cohesive product storytelling

• Lead presentations and communicate design intent to cross-functional stakeholders

• Deliver creative excellence while meeting timelines, cost considerations, and product requirements

• Contribute to the evolution of Kids Sportswear graphic identity through innovation and craft

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.