Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

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

NIKE, Inc.'s storytellers, Marketing and Communication sets the brand tone. A creative force of specialists tell Nike’s stories of innovation and sport through advertising, brand strategy, digital engagement and product presentation. Using channels ranging from retail stores to social media, Marketing & Communication teams connect the science and art of Nike innovations to the hearts and minds of athletes around the world.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Creative Operations Pre-Production Manager is responsible for the product image creation process; from preseason forecasting, to deliver and ultimately post season recapping. Develop and implement strategies to increase image completion/readiness and accuracy. Monitor progress, identify, and preemptively solve bottlenecks and other challenges before they happen, and report to key partners. Partner with production teams to ensure timely delivery of work based on established Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Monitor, leverage, and develop new Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) when needed. Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Partner with various members of the studio team as needed to facilitate the timely and accurate delivery of merchandise to set.

The candidate will have the ability to build a highly engaged Pre-Production team and drive a team culture of continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
You will be collaborating cross-departmentally with Planning/Ordering, Client Services, Product Logistics, Styling, Production, Photography and Post Production teams to support the timely photo and video production through completion. Lead your team to ensure that each unique product is correctly identified and tagged with clear instructions of what images and/or videos need to be captured. Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reduce training time, improve comprehension, and ensure compliance.

A typical day/week will leverage IT systems and reports to evaluate performance, coordinate, and report on production for product photography and video. Host our twice weekly production status call. Track product throughout all stages of the photo production process using inventory and asset management systems and tableau reporting. Extract, compile audit, and deliver data for reporting purposes. Allocate and manage staff resources to meet changing studio needs. Set production priorities during the day, week, and season based on changing business needs.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
This role will manage the Pre-Production team and reporting to the Director of Product Logistics & Pre-Production. They will be the liaison with Client Services, Planning, Ordering, Product Logistics, Styling, Production, Post-Production, and other Nike, Jordan & Converse teams.

• 5+ years of Ecommerce Photo Studio / Operations experience; successfully delivering results in a project management/pre-production capacity.

• 3+ years managing a team from hiring, training, and development.

• Possesses an inspiring work ethic with the ability to drive teams to an extreme level of quality and performance.

• Experience in an ecommerce environment.

• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work with a diverse group or people.

• Computer savvy with advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills.

• Intermediate Airtable experience.

• LEAN process principles and or / certification.

• Skilled in data analytics with the ability to drive clarity in information.

• Strong critical thinking skills and results oriented with a bias for action.

• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills.

• Flexible and able to work as needed, including the occasional weekend, to meet peak demands.

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NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.