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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for signage designer in Portland, OR is $28.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $33.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Signage Designer is responsible for creating visual graphics and layouts for various types of signs, including indoor, outdoor, digital, and printed signage. They work with clients to develop designs that align with branding, communication goals, and environmental aesthetics. Using design software and industry knowledge, they ensure that the signage is both visually appealing and functional. Their role often involves collaborating with marketers, architects, and fabricators to bring designs to life.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a signage designer?

A successful Signage Designer possesses strong graphic design skills, knowledge of design principles, and typically holds a degree or certificate in graphic design or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs is essential, and experience with signage-specific tools or certifications like OSHA safety standards can be advantageous. Attention to detail, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help designers interpret client needs and work collaboratively with teams. These competencies ensure designs are visually impactful, compliant with regulations, and meet client expectations in a timely manner.

What are some common challenges a signage designer faces when working on projects?

Signage Designers often navigate challenges such as translating client branding into effective visual communication within spatial constraints and regulatory requirements. They may need to collaborate closely with architects, project managers, and installers to ensure signage is both aesthetically pleasing and functional in its intended environment. Managing tight project deadlines and balancing multiple design revisions can also be demanding. However, overcoming these challenges is a rewarding part of the role, as it results in impactful signage that enhances spaces and supports business goals.

How to become a signage designer?

To become a signage designer, typically a candidate needs a background in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field, along with proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions and developing a strong portfolio are important steps, and knowledge of materials, fabrication processes, and branding principles can enhance job prospects.

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Lead Footwear Designer, Basketball Signature Athlete

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Nike rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 274 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
As our Lead Footwear Designer for Nike Basketball Signature Athlete, you will lead the creation of industry-leading footwear bringing bold concepts to life. You will solve complex design challenges and create iconic products that inspire through both function and form.
Inspired by the signature athlete, you will help define a new visual language for Nike Basketball-one that expresses sport through style, performance, and modern design. This role requires both creative ambition and strategic focus, partnering across a global brand to build scalable design systems and advance creative innovation.
The ideal candidate is a visionary designer with exceptional taste, a refined aesthetic point of view, and an unwavering commitment to craft. They bring a sharp eye for detail, proportion, materiality, and execution, consistently delivering elevated design solutions. Through strong creative execution, they will develop compelling products that resonate emotionally with consumers both on and off the court.
With a deep understanding of cultural relevance, consumer insights, and emerging trends, this individual will continually challenge industry conventions and set a high standard for creativity, desirability, and aesthetic excellence.
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
  • At least 5-6 years' experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other products
  • Exceptional knowledge of design, art, and fashion, as well as passion for sport and youth culture
  • Knowledge of form, color, materials, human factors, related to elevating the consumer experience
  • Ability to translate consumer knowledge and insights into product solutions and narratives
  • Experience in technical footwear design - basketball design is a plus
  • Strong Photoshop, Illustrator skills
  • Must be able to build accurate 2D technical drawings (tech packs)
  • Cobbling and prototyping skills are a plus
  • 3D design programs experience is a plus
  • Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills
  • Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
  • Must be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project
  • Experienced with presentation programs: Keynote, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
  • Contribute and align to shared team culture and behaviors
  • Lead + drive partnerships beyond the Design function (Marketing, Engineering, Development, etc.)
  • Collaborator with a skill in connecting the dots
  • Speaks up with courage for self and the team
  • Open minded, good listener, receptive to candid feedback and diverse points of view
  • Being a hooper is not a requirement but being passionate and curious to learn about basketball and the athlete* is.

*If you have a body, you are an athlete
**TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE PROVIDE A FOOTWEAR DESIGN FOCUSED PORTFOLIO (PDF OR URL)
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
You will collaborate and mentor within the design community (concept designers, industrial designers, materials, color, graphics, computational, etc.), and work hand in hand with a large project team of different professionals (product managers, developers, researchers, marketing, costing, etc.). This role reports directly the Footwear Design Director, Nike Basketball Signature Athlete.
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
In Nike Basketball, you will work on designs that push the possibilities of the human potential through footwear (and beyond). We expect you to explore new opportunities, take risks, and change the game! In your day to day, you will engage with project teammates on researching, gaining insights, problem solving around performance and manufacturing, working with athletes, and crafting a vast range of creative and appealing solutions, that are also sustainable and considerate of cost. With each project, you are encouraged to also participate and present the work in informal and formal reviews.
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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