Designer II, Basketball NBA/WNBA Apparel Graphic Designer

Nike; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike Inc. is seeking a Graphic Designer II to shape NBA/WNBA apparel through graphic storytelling and product expression across licensed collections. You will translate insights into authentic narratives and design solutions for Nike-branded and licensed products.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design teams and cross-functional partners, delivering compelling visuals for athletes, teams, and fans globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.
• 1–4+ years of relevant graphic design experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating research, inspiration, design development, and execution.
• Proficiency in typography, brand identity, and color theory.

Responsibilities

• Create seasonal graphics and visual systems for Nike branded and licensed collections.
• Translate insights into authentic narratives and compelling design solutions.
• Collaborate with designers and cross-functional partners to elevate product storytelling.
• Contribute to creating distinctive visual experiences across uniforms, fanwear, and collections.

Skills

Graphic design

Brand identity

Typography

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Creative Suite

3D/digital tools

Color theory

Visual storytelling

Education

Graphic design degree

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Creative Suite

Digital/3D tools

Job description

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for a Designer II to help shape the future of NBA/WNBA apparel through innovative graphic storytelling and product expression across licensed apparel collections. This designer is grounded in possibility, driven by curiosity, and energized by the opportunity to push creative boundaries in service of athletes, teams, and fans.

The ideal candidate embodies creativity, optimism, and a problem-solving mindset. They thrive in collaborative environments, actively seeking diverse perspectives while confidently offering and receiving constructive feedback. This role requires the ability to translate sophisticated consumer, athlete, team, and marketplace insights into authentic narratives and compelling design solutions that advance the future of sport apparel at Nike.

We are seeking a designer with a committed connection to sport and has the capability to manage multiple projects effectively while implementing and upholding Nike's brand standards.

Just as Athletes are driven to compete, we require a high level of passion for creative vision and the communication of that vision to both internal and external partners.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

At Nike, you will help shape the future of NBA/WNBA apparel through compelling graphic narratives, innovative design solutions, and consumer-driven storytelling. As a Graphic Designer II, you will create seasonal graphics and visual systems across both Nike branded and licensed collections, bringing energy and authenticity to products that connect with athletes, teams, and fans around the world.

Working within a collaborative design environment, you will translate insights from athletes, fans, teams, and cultural trends into impactful graphic expressions that elevate product and strengthen brand storytelling. From uniforms and on-field product to fanwear and sideline collections, you will contribute to creating distinctive visual experiences that define the future of NBA/WNBA apparel.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

You will report to the role of Design Director and partner closely with Expert designers, as well as our greater Sports Apparel design community and cross-functional partners. As a team player, your role involves participating and fostering a collaborative environment where diverse visions come to life.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING?

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, apparel design or related design field, or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
• 1-4+ year(s) relevant work experience in Graphic Design, Color Design, or Product Design.
• Well-curated portfolio showcasing a variety of projects that demonstrate an effective methodology for research, inspiration, design development, problem solving, process, and final execution.
• Proficiency in typography, brand identity, and color theory skills.
• Proficiency in digital design software (Creative Suite). High Degree of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is a must, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop is a plus. Must be open to working within Digital tools/3D.
• General understanding of make and apparel product creation.
• Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends and visual culture.
• Ability to translate insights into authentic narratives and visual storytelling.
• Ability to embrace diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.

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.