Director, Creative Studio Management APLA

Strategic And Operational Leader For Apla Brand Creative Studios

The APLA Brand Marketing organization is a vibrant, multi-territory, multi-functional team that fuels Nike's brand presence across Asia Pacific and Latin America through athlete-obsessed storytelling and culturally resonant consumer experiences. Within it, the Brand Creative team brings distinction and nuance to every marketplace, ensuring Nike, Jordan, and Converse each stand out while complementing one another. Together, they craft immersive brand moments that connect deeply with diverse communities, elevating sport and style in ways only Nike can. This team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellencedriving impact from global strategy through local execution and experiences.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a strategic and operational leader who can enable creativity at scale across APLA Brand Creative Studios. This individual will balance the art of creative vision with the science of operational excellence, ensuring that processes, tools, and resources empower teams to deliver world-class work. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, global environment, anticipates challenges before they arise, and drives solutions that improve efficiency without compromising creativity.

This role requires someone who can influence and inspire, bridging the gap between creative and business priorities. They will be a collaborative partner to leadership and cross-functional teams, adept at managing complex workflows and large-scale projects across multiple geographies. Above all, we are looking for a leader who champions innovation, fosters inclusivity, and brings a passion for both creativity and operational rigor.

Who You'll Work With

This role will partner closely with APLA Brand Creative leadership, including studio managers and producers, to ensure seamless execution of creative projects. They will collaborate with the Brand Planning & Operations team to align timelines and budgets, and work hand-in-hand with territory creative teams across APLA geographies to maintain consistency and quality. In addition, they will engage with global creative operations to implement best practices, coordinate with finance and procurement for budget oversight, and connect with technology partners to optimize creative tools and workflows. External agencies and vendors will also be key collaborators for production support and execution.

What You'll Be Responsible For :

• Lead operational strategy and execution for APLA Brand Creative Studios, ensuring efficiency and scalability across all creative workflows.
• Oversee end-to-end creative workstreamsfrom briefing through deliveryincluding timelines, reviews, shoots, and production planning across multiple functions and territories.
• Own and optimize operational tools and platforms (e.g., Airtable, Coupa, etc.) to track progress, manage budgets, and resolve gaps in briefing, asset planning, and resource allocation.
• Drive financial oversight of creative budgets and T&E spend, ensuring fiscal accountability and alignment with business priorities.
• Develop and maintain scalable systems and processes that support storytelling, craft, and team development while aligning with global creative operations standards.
• Partner with leadership to forecast capacity, prioritize projects, and mitigate operational risks through proactive planning and solutions.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment sessions to ensure clarity on deliverables, timelines, and production requirements.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation in creative operations, fostering a culture of collaboration and operational excellence.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

3+ years experience in leadership over creative operations, brand marketing, or production management within a global, matrixed organization.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex, multi-stakeholder creative workflows across diverse markets and cultures.

Experience building and scaling operational systems, tools, and processes that enable creative excellence and efficiency.

Fluency in creative briefing, asset planning, and operational tools (e.g., Airtable, Smartsheet, Brand Creative Briefs, Box).

Deep understanding of seasonal creative workflows, go-to-market planning, and integrated brand campaign execution.

Strategic thinker with the ability to translate creative vision into actionable operational frameworks and roadmaps.

Operationally strong with expertise in project management, resource allocation, and financial oversight of large-scale creative budgets.

Exceptional communication and influencing skillsable to align diverse stakeholders and advocate for operational priorities at all levels.

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and leading through change with clarity, resilience, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams with empathy, accountability, and a focus on growth.

Passion for creative excellence and a deep understanding of Nike's brand voice and consumer landscape.

Committed to Nike's values of innovation, inclusivity, and purpose-driven leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.