Expert Designer, Graphic Design NikeSKIMS

Nike; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Expert Graphic Designer to join their innovative team focused on NikeSKIMS. This role is pivotal in shaping the graphic direction and strategy for women's apparel and footwear, requiring a blend of creativity, passion, and collaboration. Candidates will work on groundbreaking designs that resonate with consumers and drive the brand's vision forward. The ideal candidate will possess extensive graphic design experience and a deep understanding of current design trends, contributing to a culture of inclusivity and empowerment. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and innovation in the fitness industry.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of graphic design experience in agency or in-house settings.
• Master visual and verbal communication skills for presenting designs.

Responsibilities

• Drive graphic strategy and vision while collaborating with multiple teams.
• Concept and build narratives that inspire and influence consumers.

Skills

Graphic Design

Visual Communication

Narrative Development

Collaboration

Adaptability

Design Trends Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Digital Design Tools

3D Design Tools

Job description

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $122,000.00 in our lowest geographic market to $288,500.00 in our highest geographic market. Actual salary will vary based on a candidate's location, qualifications, skills and experience.

Information about benefits can be found here.

NikeSKIMS combines the best of both brands – Nike’s legacy of innovation and athlete insights with SKIMS dedication to the female form, and inclusive solutions for every body. We're carving out a bold and unique position in the global fitness industry, delivering innovation and style the industry hasn’t seen before. We’re excited to invite more women into sport and movement with products that make them feel strong and sexy.

Our first collection launches this Spring in the United States and will begin to expand to global markets in 2026.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will be driving graphic strategy and vision while working with multiple teams of designers, developers, and product managers to deliver creative in line with the NikeSKIMS Design Ethos. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet deadlines, ensure feasibility of designs, hit price points, while talking your partners through the thinking behind your work.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re currently looking for an Expert Graphic Designer to contribute to the NikeSKIMS vision for Nike Apparel and Footwear. Our team works on highly visible product in Apparel and Footwear on a global scale. Our lead candidates must be able to effortlessly navigate a broad range of insight and influence in the Women’s Apparel and Footwear market, distilling this cultural and consumer information to create best-in-class graphic narratives that inspire and surprise our consumer.

This role requires a high level of passion and creativity, along with the versatility and focus to contribute to graphic direction and strategy through the product creation process. It takes a dedicated leader and teammate that knows how to collaborate and translate sophisticated insights into authentic narratives, while driving design solutions that elevate the future of NikeSKIMS apparel and footwear.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, or equivalent combination of education, experience, or training.
• 8+ years of graphic design experience at agency or in-house setting.
• Passion and understanding of current and emerging design trends and visual culture.
• Master at translating insights into authentic narratives and visual storytelling.
• Ability to adapt to change and handle multiple, competing priorities.
• Master visual and verbal communication skills, able to effectively present design intent to internal and external audiences.
• Master of design craft, innovation, graphic applications, prints, processes and tools.
• Master of apparel product creation.
• Digital design acumen in Adobe CC and comfortable working within Digital tools/3D.
• Ability to embrace diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.
• Passion for empowering our Athletes/Teams and making their dreams come true.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

Groundbreaking, innovative NikeSKIMS design. Concepting and building out narratives that will inspire and influence our consumer. To accomplish this, you will collaborate with your design, development and business partners to ensure all details are recorded and delivered as presented. From trims to print applications and cost considerations you will be challenged by a wide range of responsibilities and experiences.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to, influencing teams, speaking with athletes and consumers, and contributing to the creative vision of NikeSKIMS. Leading team meetings and cascading critical information to ensure the project hits all deadlines. Presenting design concepts and seasonal initiatives to internal and external audiences while always keeping to NikeSKIMS best interests.

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.