Senior Designer, Accessories Product Design, Socks

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Sock Designer in Accessories who can blend style, performance, sport, and culture into innovative sock concepts. The ideal candidate will be driven to innovate and challenge traditional approaches.

Responsibilities

• Design socks that align with Nike’s vision at the intersection of sport and culture
• Identify opportunities, solve product challenges, and take informed risks to drive innovation
• Research consumer and athlete insights, explore performance and manufacturing solutions, and develop creative product concepts
• Present work in design reviews and collaborate with the Sr. Manager of Socks and the Lead Sock Designer to shape product direction
• Partner with cross-functional teams across design, development, and merchandising to deliver products that meet performance, cost, consumer, and timeline objectives
• Collaborate with the Accessories Design Team to create cohesive product stories that reflect the Nike brand while building expertise in Nike’s design philosophy, processes, and products

Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience designing and developing innovative products
• Bachelor's Degree in Product Design or related field (or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training)
• A passion for style and function—awareness and anticipation of marketplace trends in sport and culture
• Presents and communicates work clearly and confidently in meetings and reviews
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, and Keynote
• Manages multiple projects at various stages of the design from concept to production
• Applies and performs design skills such as: drawing/sketching, ideation, use of texture, spacing and scale, visual presentation development and layout
• Critiques, iterates, and adjusts design concepts and prototypes independently and collaboratively
• Evaluates designs from a performance, manufacturing, and functional perspective, extending expertise to problem-solving
• Is open-minded, a good listener, receptive to candid feedback and diverse points of view
• Translates athlete needs and insights into functional design solutions
• Is highly detail-oriented and thorough, with a persistent drive to refine designs
• Is aware of manufacturing processes and able to collaborate closely with developers and suppliers
• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and 3D/digital visualization tools
• Has strong collaboration skills, while also being confident in pushing for the highest standards
• Has a positive but persistent personality—unafraid to challenge and push for better product outcomes

Qualifications

To be considered, you must submit a creative design portfolio. Please provide website links or attach a PDF file when you apply.