Production Artist II, Graphic Digital Design

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

About the role

We’re looking for a Production Artist II to join the Global Sports Apparel team. This role amplifies production by delivering flawless execution on production-ready files and is a trusted resource within the team through creation of detailed and accurate schematics. This role demands a balance of accuracy, speed, and high-volume creation. The candidate needs to have a creative mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects in a time sensitive environment keeping production moving forward.

Responsibilities

• Work with design to create and finalize graphic details across multiple levels of product, from on-athlete to retail
• Leverage 2D and 3D tools to produce graphic schematics and laydown pages
• Create documentation for downstream partners and review strike-offs
• Track and maintain updates on all appropriate files for accuracy through final approval
• Participate in Production Art meetings and alignment sessions
• Learn new tools and advocate for efficiencies in the product creation life cycle

What you will work on

Highly visible product across sports and professional leagues where sport, design, and culture meet. You’ll help redefine apparel for both athletes and fans, working on a wide range of responsibilities and experiences.

Who you will work with

You will report directly to the Production Art Studio Sr. Manager and collaborate with fellow Apparel and Graphic Production Artists. The role focuses primarily on basketball uniforms to support seasonal category apparel graphic product creation, requiring independent and highly detailed thinking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field with experience in product creation
• Strong knowledge of Illustrator and Adobe Suite
• Experience in 3D apparel programs, such as CLO
• Understanding of Smartsheets, Airtable, and Miro (a plus)
• Knowledge of graphic applications for apparel

Skills

• Expert listening and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail with organizational thinking
• Deep curiosity for learning
• Strong ability to multitask with prioritization
• Self-starter with the ability to navigate ambiguity
• Proven ability to collaborate

Schedule

Hybrid onsite: Monday–Thursday in Beaverton, OR. Duration: 6-month contract.