Nike

Lead Designer, NSW Mens Apparel Color Design

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerNike
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted9 Oct 2026

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

The first point of contact that you will collaborate with is the Design Triad, consisting of Apparel Design, Color, Graphics, and Print. Layering in Product Marketing, Merchandising, Color/Material/Trim Development, as well as Tech Development.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a LeadColor Designer, to work with the Senior Design Manager, NSW Apparel Color to plan and execute color designs, strategize use of palettes across a range of product. Working collaboratively with Design, Product Marketing, Merchandising, and Development, you will create focused solutions for success.

Here, you will strategize around product positioning and strive to create meaningful product. A broad understanding of consumer needs, competitor products, consumer retail habits, color, and market trends is important, as you apply these insights into color solutions.

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We are looking for a hardworking Lead Color Designer, with a deep passion for and connection to sport; someone that can comfortably navigate ambiguity and define new spaces of a growing business. Someone who is flexible and can adapt to changing priorities. You will bring strong color and apparel industry insights and have experience building stories that connect with the consumer and culture.

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
Minimum 5-7 years of technically challenging color design experience
Understanding of color trends, color mixing, color compatibility, and color placement
Knowledge of product design and development process is preferred
Familiarity with product manufacturing processes including materials/fabrics; trims; dye techniques
Strong verbal, written, visual, and high-profile communication skills in local market language, including meeting facilitation and presentations
Ability to understand challenges or underlying concerns, share ideas and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management; work independently and harmoniously in a diverse group
Ability to network, influence, and utilize internal and external resources as well as to articulate how color can affect product and sales

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

As our Lead Designer, you will develop color palettes to link into seasonal narratives, build strong presentation tools, and color line art to detail the creation of each product. You will research and deliver color, design, and directional work that influence and impact the product aesthetic, application, and target audience. You'll use sophisticated design skills to buil

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