Bag Designer

Title: Bag Designer

Location: Beaverton, OR

Duration: 6 months contract

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

Join the Global Design Women's & Accessories team as a Bag Designer for an exciting special project. You'll work alongside our dedicated bag designer, providing essential support while contributing your own creative ideas and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the lead designer in developing innovative bag designs including backpacks, tote bags, and duffle bags
• Create and refine technical specifications and construction details
• Implement design concepts from initial ideas through production-ready specifications
• Develop comprehensive tech packs with detailed construction guidelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and quality standards
• Research current trends and materials in bag design and construction
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on bag functionality

Looking for a technically-minded designer who excels at bringing concepts to life. You must include a portfolio showcasing tech packs, technical design work, and bag creation experience.

Must Haves:

• 4+ years of experience in bag design with background in fashion or sports industry
• Strong technical knowledge of bag construction methods and materials
• Proven experience creating detailed tech packs and technical specifications
• Implementation-focused mindset with ability to translate design concepts into technical reality
• Portfolio demonstrating technical design skills and bag creation projects
• Proficiency in design software and technical drawing
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production constraints

Nice to Haves:

• 3D modeling experience for product visualization
• AI tools experience for quick design representation and material visualization
• Previous Nike or similar athletic/lifestyle brand experience
• Knowledge of sustainable materials and eco-friendly construction methods
• Experience with prototype development and testing
• Understanding of women's accessories market and consumer preferences