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Nike

Director, Kobe CMG Design

Beaverton, OR · On-site

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH As a Director in Kobe Expression (Color, Graphics, Materials Design) you will collaborate and mentor within the design community (concept designers, industrial designers ...

eBay, Inc.

Director, Design Systems

Portland, OR · On-site

$174K - $267K/yr

As Director, Design Systems, you will lead the team responsible for building and evolving eBay ... You will be a hands-on people leader and coach-developing designers, strengthening craft, shaping ...

Sunrise Systems Inc

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Color Design 2_26-04335

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$43 - $46/hr

Ability to collaborate with other designers/Design Directors to build palettes and color flow based on category color strategy * Demonstrates a strong understanding of color technology and how to ...

A.D.O.P.T

Senior Designer, Adopt

Portland, OR · On-site

$108K - $115K/yr

Actively participate in concept development, bringing design thinking into the early stages of projects Partner: Work closely with creative directors, designers, strategists, and producers to bring ...

A.D.O.P.T

Senior Designer, Adopt

Portland, OR · On-site

$108K - $115K/yr

Actively participate in concept development, bringing design thinking into the early stages of projects Partner: Work closely with creative directors, designers, strategists, and producers to bring ...

Hiive

Director of Product Design

Vancouver, WA · On-site +1

$162K - $199K/yr

We are seeking a Director of Product Design to own the user experience and interface design of the ... Ensuring all designs meet accessibility, responsiveness, and scalability standards. * Staying up-to ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for design director designer in Portland, OR is $143,977.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,100.00 and $172,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a design director do?

A Design Director oversees the creative vision and direction for design projects within an organization. They lead design teams, set project goals, and ensure that all visual and creative work aligns with the company's brand and objectives. Design Directors collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and other departments to deliver high-quality design solutions. They are responsible for mentoring junior designers, managing timelines and budgets, and staying up-to-date with design trends to maintain a competitive edge.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a design director?

To thrive as a Design Director Designer, you need advanced design skills, leadership experience, and a strong portfolio, often supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field. Mastery of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and proficiency in project management tools are commonly required. Exceptional communication, creative vision, and team leadership abilities help set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for driving innovative design solutions, guiding teams, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

How does a design director collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success?

As a Design Director, you will frequently work alongside product managers, engineers, marketing professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure the design vision aligns with business goals and user needs. Effective collaboration involves leading design reviews, providing clear feedback, and facilitating open communication across teams. You’ll often translate complex requirements into actionable design strategies while advocating for user-centered solutions. This collaborative environment not only fosters innovation but also ensures cohesive and impactful project outcomes.

What is the difference between Design Director Designer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectDesign Director DesignerGraphic Designer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in design, art, or related field; extensive experienceBachelor's degree in graphic design or related field; portfolio required
Work EnvironmentLeads creative teams, oversees projects, strategic planningCreates visual content, works on specific design projects
Industry UsageUsed in agencies, corporate branding, large design firmsCommon in advertising, publishing, freelance work

The main difference is that a Design Director Designer oversees entire creative teams and projects, focusing on strategy and leadership, while a Graphic Designer primarily creates visual content for specific projects. The Design Director Designer role involves higher-level responsibilities and management, whereas the Graphic Designer focuses on executing design tasks.

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Lead 3D Footwear Designer, Digital Design

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create and deliver production-ready 3D models and visualizations for high-profile projects.

  • Partner with footwear design teams to influence design direction and create refined concepts.

  • Create rapid 3D form studies and design iterations to explore, evaluate, and refine ideas during concept development.

Nike rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 276 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You're a highly skilled 3D design expert with mastery of design, multiple digital design tools, deep manufacturing knowledge and computational design. You're a power user of generative AI workflows and actively contribute to tool development. You drive design innovation in hackathons, influence design direction, and serve as a subject matter expert for both craft excellence and emerging digital capabilities, with the ability to work at speed without compromising design quality.
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
  • You'll tackle the most complex footwear projects while partnering with Footwear Design. You'll drive design direction, create innovative solutions, mentor team members, and serve as the bridge between digital craft excellence and cutting-edge digital capabilities.
  • Unlock the full power of 3D design taking ideas from concept to manufacturing
  • Create rapid 3D form studies and design iterations that allow quick explorations, evaluation, and refinement of ideas during concept development
  • Deliver production-ready 3D models and visualizations for high-profile projects with new methods of make, collaborating closely with footwear design, development and engineering to ensure feasibility
  • Partner closely with a footwear design category team to influence direction, present design solutions, and create refined concepts that accelerate decision-making during co-creation timelines
  • Work across multiple dimensions on inline, priority, hackathon, and special quick-strike projects, including high-profile collaborations with heavy leadership scrutiny and compressed timelines
  • Create and share custom tools, scripts, and workflows that accelerate the team's capabilities and establish new best practices
  • Serve as subject matter expert with pipeline teams, and development partners to share best practices and understand how 3D tools can be leveraged across the organization
  • Champion generative AI adoption by demonstrating advanced workflows, identifying high-impact use cases, and helping others integrate AI tools effectively into their practice
  • Partner with the GenAI team, Global Tech, and CP&I to define requirements, test workflows, and provide feedback that helps refine and scale AI-powered design tools for the global design community
  • Mentor 3D Designer I and II team members, helping them develop both traditional 3D skills, computational workflows, and proficiency with generative AI workflows
  • Ensure all work meets the aligned output strategy and process to deliver and support asset management transition across digital pipelines
  • Ensure all work meets brand protection standards and is consumer-facing ready, understanding that your 3D models and renderings may be shared with Brand or become public

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
You'll be aligned to a specific Sport team, working independently on high-complexity projects and partnering closely with your Sport team's Footwear Product Designer and Design Director. You will collaborate with senior leadership, development, engineering, and factory partners while also partnering with the GenAI team, Global Tech, and CP&I to refine and scale digital and AI-powered design tools. You'll mentor junior designers and may work across multiple Sport teams for special initiatives.
WHAT YOU BRING
  • BA/BFA degree in related field preferred. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
  • 6+ years of experience in 3D design creation
  • Expert-level Polygon, SubD and NURBS modeling across multiple software packages with knowledge of computational design and procedural modeling (Blender, Maya, Rhino, Grasshopper, Houdini etc.), with the ability to move efficiently between modeling methods based on design and speed requirements
  • Ability to create rapid form studies and iterative concept models, including custom Grasshopper scripts and computational workflows that enable designers to quickly explore, evaluate, and refine design directions.
  • Expertise identifying emerging technologies and rapidly translating them into practical workflows that enhance speed, quality and design excellence
  • Deep understanding of product engineering, development requirements, and manufacturing constraints. Professional footwear experience strongly preferred
  • Proven track record applying and refining generative AI workflows to deliver innovative design solutions (Vizcom is required and experience with AI-assisted coding workflows is preferred.)
  • Hands-on expertise with 3D printing technologies, including optimizing geometry for additive manufacturing and validating prototypes through iterative testing
  • Advanced rendering skills with ability to create custom environments, materials, and lighting setups
  • Experience collaborating with engineering teams to develop custom tools and workflows
  • Portfolio demonstrating ability to design, model, and execute high-quality 3D content with footwear experience preferred

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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