Lead Designer, NikeSKIMS Apparel Product Design

Nike; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Apparel Designer to shape seasonal design concepts for a groundbreaking apparel line. This role emphasizes collaboration with a talented team of designers and product managers, ensuring innovative and stylish offerings that resonate with diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for apparel design, exceptional communication skills, and a knack for problem-solving. Join this dynamic team to influence the future of women's sportswear and help elevate the brand's commitment to inclusivity and creativity.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of apparel design experience in agency or in-house setting.
• Expert communication and presentation skills using various formats.

Responsibilities

• Lead designer for a variety of apparel products and collections.
• Collaborate with a design team to create the future of NikeSKIMS apparel.

Skills

Apparel Design

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Trend Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Adobe CC

Job description

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $97,200.00 in our lowest geographic market to $217,700.00 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 guiding the creative through the design season while working with a team of designers, developers, product managers, and merchants to deliver creative in line with the NikeSkims design ethos. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet cost requirements, deadlines, all while taking your partners through the thinking behind your work. You'll also partner with category team members in design, development, and merchandising to ensure feasibility of designs, meeting price points, merchandising needs, and product creation timelines.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re currently looking for a Lead Apparel Designer to lead and develop seasonal design concepts for NikeSkims Apparel. Design at Nike is a diverse culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovative thinking on all levels. This role requires a strong passion and knowledge of apparel product creation and the ability to problem-solve every step of the way, from concept to final design. This teammate embodies expert communication skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into focused design narratives as well as a passion and energy for sport culture and design.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience, or training
• 6+ years of apparel design experience in agency or in-house setting
• Demonstrated passion and understanding of trend and visual culture
• Knowledge of apparel product creation and finishes
• Ability to apply and perform design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, color theory, use of texture, spacing and scale, visual presentation development, and layout
• Expert communication and presentation skills using a variety of formats
• Ability to seek out opportunities to elevate apparel graphics through craft and construction
• Proficient in Adobe CC and comfortable working within new digital spaces
• Passion for discovering new talent and points of influence for a global brand
• Highlight and elevate diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

This candidate will be our lead designer working on a variety of apparel products and collections while collaborating with an amazing design team to create the future of NikeSKIMS apparel at Nike.

• You are a culture-builder who prioritizes team, collaboration, and relationships.
• You have a passion for apparel design, understanding of collection-based design, and can balance strong performance acumen with style and creative problem-solving.
• You are an elite storyteller with a passion for narrative and product improvement.
• You possess strong focus, excellent time-management, and prioritization habits.
• You ask clarifying questions and adapt accordingly.
• You understand why you are coming to work at Nike.

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.