Production Artist
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Job Description
JR286 is seeking a dedicated Production Artist to join our team in Torrance CA. This role supports Nike accessories by managing design deliverables building efficient workflows and collaborating across teams to meet timelines and goals. Youll be hands-on with athlete insights concept development color and graphic design and sample creation. Youll also help improve processes partner with top-tier factories in Asia and work closely with senior leadership. A strong understanding of soft and hard goods is essential. If youre passionate about sport design and innovation this is your opportunity to shape whats next.
What Youll Do:
Collaborate with the Design Lead to gather and interpret athlete insights trend reports and market research to inform design direction.
Partner with designers production artists and external contractors to align on cross-functional initiatives critical to PROMO categories (e.g. MLB NCAA stock/custom equipment and accessories).
Develop cohesive graphic design language and colorways across both inline and promo categories to maintain brand consistency.
Effectively manage time and priorities to deliver accurate specs and colorways within tight timelines.
Follow established processes to create cohesive and accurate tech packs and colorway executions.
Contribute to the annual update of baseball design templates and implement VLP color templates for all promo categories.
Own select inline design projects for performance sports when capacity allows.
Participate in athlete wear-testing trips as needed to gather direct performance feedback.
Support inline color execution in partnership with the Lead Designer.
Lead in-office sample reviews with the cross-functional triad team to align on product direction.
Manage the graphic design process from concept through final approval ensuring timely execution at each stage:
o Concept design reviews
o Prototype/sample evaluations
o Line finalization
o Final approval
Maintain professional communication with elite athletes to develop high-performance products that meet their specific needs.
Collaborate with Product Line Managers (PLMs) to develop product briefs and graphics for assigned promo sports categories.
Attend Inline COEs and Promo meetings to align with broader product strategies across Football Baseball Golf Basketball and other emerging categories.
Join weekly PLM tracker meetings to monitor project progress across multiple sports.
Work cross-functionally with Design Development PLM and Sports Marketing teams to ensure product feasibility price targets and timelines are met:
o Align seasonal projects with PLMs to balance creative and business objectives
o Coordinate with Product Development to establish sample timelines
o Drive detailed project planning and milestone tracking
o Lead and manage activities across cross-functional teams
o Maintain clear and regular communication regarding prototype reviews line finalization and approvals
Oversee internal development phases and ensure efficient execution of each process step.
Proactively identify escalate and track key issues and action items with the Design Lead.
Lead in the Training of our custom Glove Builder and other Programs that help make a more efficient process for product execution.
Demonstrate flexibility in managing multiple categories and seasonal deadlines.
Maintain a proactive mindset with independent decision-making and ownership of assigned responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.
What to Bring:
Bachelors degree in Industrial Design Product Design Graphic Design Marketing or a related field with a focus on accessories equipment textiles or manufacturing.
24 years of relevant design experience preferably in the sports industry or a related consumer products field.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects across categories while meeting tight deadlines.
Strong conceptual thinking with the ability to clearly communicate and elevate design ideas to stakeholders or leadership as needed.
Collaborative team player who works effectively with diverse teams and can motivate and mentor others when required.
Advanced understanding of design storytelling and the ability to align creative work with broader project goals.
Strong skills in rapid ideation graphic design rendering and presentation using tools such as Adobe Illustrator Photoshop and Miro.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office programs.
Solid knowledge of technical materials construction methods and manufacturing processes for both hard and soft goods.
Able to work independently or collaboratively contributing positively to team culture.
Working knowledge of 3D software such as SolidWorks Rhino Maya or Fusion 360 is a plus.
Experience delivering high-volume industrial design-driven consumer products is strongly preferred.
Highly adaptable and effective in fast-paced dynamic environments.
Detail-oriented self-motivated and proactive in driving tasks to completion.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work with all levels of the organization using tact and professionalism.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Understanding of consumer behavior in a brand-driven athlete-focused environment; ability to align design work with category business goals and the end-user experience.
Additionally:
The position is located in Beaverton Oregon at Nike World Headquarters or Torrance California at JR286 World Headquarters.
Domestic travel (to or from Beaverton or Torrance) is required up to four times per year.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary benefits (medical dental vision 401k match life insurance pet insurance)
Responsible Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
On-site Company gym with access to personal trainer
On-site Kitchen
Summer Hours
Professional development workshops
Employee product discounts on selected brands
Employment Type
Full-Time
