Expert Designer, Accessories Color Design

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH On a day-to-day basis, you will work with a wide range of internal partners, including Product Designers, Graphics Designers, Material Designers, Developers, Product Merchandisers, and Product Line Managers.

You will partner with the Expression Design Director to plan and execute color designs while strategically applying palettes across a broad range of products. You will also connect and collaborate with cross-functional design partners within and beyond Accessories to create a cohesive head-to-toe system.

This position does not have any direct reports and will report into the Accessories Expression Design. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We’re looking for an Expert Designer, Accessories Color to bring experience, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills to help shape the future of Accessories Color Design.

The ideal candidate will elevate the Nike consumer product experience through both the art and science of color, confidently navigating ambiguity and defining new opportunities within a growing business. This person is flexible, adaptable to changing priorities, and capable of driving an emotional connection to Accessories through narrative, storytelling, and tool creation.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Graphic, Apparel, Fashion, Product Accessory, Footwear, Material or Textile Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training. EXPERIENCE: Minimum 8 years of progressively technically challenging color design experience Demonstrated knowledge of Macintosh computers using Photoshop, Free Hand and/or Illustrator Knowledge of CAD programs, preferably in Mac environment Understanding of color trends, color mixing, color compatibility, and color placement Knowledge of product design and development process Familiarity with product manufacturing processes including: materials/fabrics; plastics; pigments Strong verbal, written, visual, and high-profile communication skills in local market language, in