Senior Designer, Accessories Innovation Design

WHO WE ARE

Accessories Innovation Design explores the future of Nike Accessories & Equipment through product innovation, material exploration, athlete insights, and rapid experimentation. This role sits at the intersection of Design, Innovation, Development, and Product Creation. We are looking for a designer who is curious, hands-on, and passionate about creating new solutions that elevate athlete and consumer experiences. You will help shape future opportunities, transform emerging ideas into tangible concepts, and contribute to the long-term evolution of Nike Accessories & Equipment.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

You will work closely with a broad team of partners, including Product Design, Product Development, Materials Design, Engineering, Product Management, Innovation Teams, and external manufacturing and technology partners.

Success in this role requires strong collaboration, communication, and the ability to bring diverse teams together around a shared vision.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a designer who combines strong creative thinking with the ability to turn ideas into reality. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading projects, building alignment across teams, and navigating the journey from early exploration through execution. They are passionate about innovation, materials, product creation, and emerging digital workflows.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience & training.

5+ years of relevant product design experience

Experience in accessories, equipment, footwear, or related consumer product categories

Strong product design, visualization, and storytelling skills

Strong understanding of materials, construction methods, and manufacturing processes

Ability to translate athlete and consumer insights into meaningful product solutions

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

Ability to manage projects with a high degree of ownership and autonomy

Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining project momentum

Comfortable working within evolving and ambiguous spaces

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced proficiency in 3D design and visualization tools

Experience using 3D workflows to explore, communicate, and validate concepts

Experience creating digital and physical prototypes

Familiarity with rapid prototyping methods, including 3D printing and model making

Experience leveraging digital tools to accelerate concept development and communication

Curiosity for emerging technologies, evolving creative workflows, and new design methodologies

Knowledge of sustainable materials and circular design principles

Portfolio Requirement

Candidates must submit a portfolio demonstrating innovation thinking, product problem-solving, concept development process, material exploration, prototype creation, 3D visualization capability, and final product execution.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

Innovation Concept Development

Explore future opportunities for Accessories & Equipment

Generate innovative concepts informed by athlete and consumer needs

Identify unmet needs and develop meaningful product solutions

Material & Technology Exploration

Research emerging materials, technologies, and manufacturing methods

Translate innovation opportunities into tangible product concepts

Partner with development and materials teams to evaluate feasibility and potential impact

Prototyping & Validation

Create digital and physical prototypes to rapidly explore ideas

Iterate concepts through testing, feedback, and learning

Utilize visualization tools to communicate concepts clearly and effectively

Project Leadership

Lead innovation projects from early exploration through concept validation

Independently lead small-to-medium innovation initiatives from opportunity identification through concept validation

Help shape project direction within evolving opportunities

Build alignment across teams and stakeholders throughout the innovation process

Drive projects forward with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Storytelling & Communication

Develop compelling innovation narratives and presentations

Create visual materials that inspire teams and leadership

Clearly communicate the rationale, value, and future potential behind concepts

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 (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/5153e46a93f4460db48eb9e611386685) .

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.