Nike Inc.

Senior, 3D Designer, Innovation

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

As a Senior 3D Designer in the Advanced Digital Creation Studio, you’ll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of innovators, developers, designers, and engineers redefining the future of product creation. You may also engage with external vendors and factory partners, as needed. This role reports to the Manager of 3D Design, Innovation.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for an outstanding 3D designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. You’re fluent in digital tools, passionate about innovation, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. You bring a strong design sensibility, technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset. You’re excited by challenges and open to learning new things.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Computer Animation, 3D Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
3–5 years of experience in 3D design, digital product creation, or related fields
Mastery of software such as Maya, Blender, Rhino, ZBrush or similar
Strong understanding of materials, lighting, and rendering techniques with proficiency in software such as Substance Suite, KeyShot, Unreal Engine or similar
Experience in innovation or R&D environments is a plus
Excellent communication and storytelling skills

Bonus Skills:

Experience with generative design, AI generation, parametric modeling, and rapid prototyping are all pluses
Passion for experimentation and pushing creative boundaries
Willingness to break out of a digital workspace and work on physical prototypes (e.g., cutting, drilling, gluing)

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

If this is you, you’ll serve as a subject matter expert, creating high-fidelity 3D models and physical prototypes for both self-driven concepts and collaborations with design partners. Your work will help define future workflows and shape how we engage with our internal and external collaborators. Your work will help elevate design and innovation for the brand.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop advanced 3D assets and physical prototypes for concept exploration and enhanced storytelling
Translate abstract ideas into compelling, fully realized digital designs
Drive adoption of new 3D tools and workflows
Present work to stakeholders with clarity and strategic insight
Contribute a unique perspective and continue to evolve your toolset

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