Nike is looking for a Senior Production Manager to lead the end-to-end production strategy and execution of the Always On program under Icon Studios, a global initiative that delivers photo and video content for cross-channel storytelling.
Requirements
- Proficient understanding of motion & stills post-production workflows, including editing, color, retouching, and finishing; able to effectively communicate with post teams and manage timelines and deliverables.
- Strong interest and working knowledge of emerging talent – including photographers, DPs, stylists, and other collaborators – with curiosity to discover and engage up and coming partners across disciplines.
- Demonstrated success in budget ownership, financial forecasting, and vendor management.
- Deep understanding of digital storytelling and commerce-driven content, connecting creative output to consumer engagement and business results.
- Advanced proficiency in Airtable, Figma, project tracking, and production workflow systems.
- Expertise in on-set production, casting processes, and post-production deliverables.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of Always On productions — aligning with global consumer mindsets, seasonal brand narratives, and commercial priorities.
- Oversee stakeholder communication across all milestones — from brief alignment and creative direction reviews to shoot planning, asset selection, and final delivery.
- Orchestrate management of Nike’s production representative on set.
- Ensure timely management and governance of vendor procurement, contracts, work orders, payments, and partner engagement.
- Maintain visibility into production timelines and deliverables through a range of systems & tools like Airtable & Figma.
- Own and manage the Always On budget across all seasons, ensuring accurate forecasting, timely reporting, and alignment with fiscal targets.
- Collaborate closely with Digital Marketing, Global Merch, and Creative teams to translate business-driving priorities into compelling, consumer-led visual storytelling.
Other
- Seasoned production leader with proven experience managing multi-day, multi-unit shoots that integrate both still and motion capture.
- Strong, confident stakeholder management skills — capable of navigating complexity in a matrixed environment, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving consensus.
- Experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing production teams.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Ability to confidently navigate high-stakes conversations with vendors, talent, and internal leaders.
- Strategic, organized, and resilient — able to balance creative ambition with production reality under tight timelines.
