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Designer, Brand Creative, Retail Storytelling EMEA

AT NIKE, Inc.
NIKE, Inc.

Designer, Brand Creative, Retail Storytelling EMEA

Hilversum, Netherlands

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

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, Inc. it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

NIKE, Inc.'s storytellers, Marketing and Communication sets the brand tone. A creative force of specialists tell Nike's stories of innovation and sport through advertising, brand strategy, digital engagement and product presentation. Using channels ranging from retail stores to social media, Marketing & Communication teams connect the science and art of Nike innovations to the hearts and minds of athletes around the world.

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Nike is not just a brand. Nike is an attitude. Nike is the most Innovative & creative marketing company in the world, and we are at pivot moment of brand resetting. In driving our Next% strategy, marketing plays significant role, crafting the brand through distinctive, emotive & impactful stories & experiences that lead the future of sport. We are consumer-led, sport focused, we make Big, Bigger.

As a function within Marketing, Brand Creative is the Art of Storytelling. We are the storytellers. We are the voice of Nike's heart & soul. It's about telling powerful, meaningful stories across the entire brand ecosystem, leveraging all existing and new platforms to inspire, enable and engage athletes, while driving brand distinction and business impact. We strive to make athletes dreams real, and we are here to only deliver the best world-class work.

The team is based in the Netherlands at the Nike EMEA Brand Creative Studio.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

As a member of the Retail 365 Storytelling team you will work closely with Nike Brand Creative teams across Store Design, Layout and Planning to deliver distinctive storytelling and design consistency across all consumer touchpoints.

Partnering with the Retail Production team to ensure creative is delivered on time, budget and at the premium level of quality expected at Nike. You will liaise cross-functionally within the brand to deliver crafted, engaging and innovative retail experiences for our consumers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Our Designers are exceptional team players, focused on executional excellence.

Versatile, eager to learn and able to develop their skills as they contribute to delivering cohesive and elevated design solutions across all concepts of Nike retail design.

They have a passion for creativity, sport and culture and are committed to staying up to date with current trends and future concepts, materials and technology.

To be considered for the role, the candidate will be encouraged to clearly and eloquently demonstrate experience of the below requirements. Candidates that meet these criteria will then be assessed based on the proficiencies also outlined below.

  • Minimum 3+ years experience working within the field of graphic or retail design within a brand or agency studio environment.
  • A passion for the Athlete, Sport and Culture.
  • A portfolio of creative work exhibiting a background in retail environmental graphic design; including comprehensive knowledge and expertise in graphic design, architecture, materiality, innovation and technology, consumer journeys and wayfinding, motion design and illustration.
  • Proven exceptional ability to apply design skills with great attention to detail and a problem solving mindset - including visualization, storytelling, graphic design, communication hierarchy, color theory, use of texture/materials, and artwork creation/execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply these skills in innovative ways that elevate brand excellence and push new creative ways of thinking.
  • Advanced knowledge of relevant computer design and presentation software.
  • Demonstrate interest in consumer behavior, awareness of the current retail landscape with a passionate curiosity for how people will engage with retail environments of the future.
  • Ability to both collaborate with internal and external design talent, and to work independently to deliver on individual responsibilities.
  • Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills (in English); adept at presenting and defending creative work to all levels of the business and external stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with natural ability to cultivate cross-functional teamwork and an open, positive and collaborative environment.
  • Strong time management with ability to toggle between quick and long-term tasks whilst maintaining creative focus and delivery quality.

Submitting a portfolio of your design work with your application is mandatory.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
As an Exceptional team player you will play a meaningful role in how we develop, elevate and advance Nike retail - collaborating in the concepting and development of innovative, original Nike storytelling retail environments across 2D, 3D and digital touchpoints to reflect Nike's design ethos, drive business opportunities and enhance consumers' retail experiences.

  • You will work on extensions of Global Creative Concepts or EMEA originated Creative Concepts.
  • You will work and contribute to multiple workstreams on a daily basis and have the ability to jump across many varied projects while maintaining great communication across all of them.
  • You will be working and gaining experience across many projects and objectives, supporting your concept and project teams to deliver the best consumer retail experiences. You will need to communicate design concepts and work with more senior members of your team to evaluate your own creative process.
  • You will be required to deliver solutions at every stage of the creative process. Executional excellence, attention to detail and the knowledge to drive this forward is a must.
  • Strive under pressure to be positively and emotionally engaged. You need to be proficient in matrix navigation and negotiating multiple stakeholders. You can leverage strategic thinking at a broad level while simultaneously obsessing the details at an execution level.
  • Contribute to the craft and design of the creative direction whilst maintaining excellence, ambition, and team spirit.
  • Ensure all projects are well-planned, creatively exceptional and delivered on-time.
  • Review project work for highest standards of quality, consistency and success.
  • Ability to travel 30% within Europe.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanising mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Application deadline: 4th of November 2024.

Relocation: no.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete
in the world.

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, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits

Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.

Client-provided location(s): Hilversum, Netherlands
Job ID: nike-21272_R-41655
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Veteran founded/led