JOHN DENTON HICKMAN
CREATIVE PRODUCER
Experienced Creative with a demonstrated history of working in the sports, tech, and fashion industries. Skilled in Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Production, Product Development and Product Marketing.
EXPERIENCE
Limitless Creative, Los Angeles, CA
Product Development Specialist, Production Manager, Account Manager
January 2022 - November 2023
Responsible for management and coordination of all apparel, footwear, and accessory production and customization for all Limitless clients. Includes innovation research and development of new processes and materials across all mediums of production.
Managed relationships with all high-profile clients, vendors, and partners. Worked with creative and client teams to organize efficient production and project management.
Worked with internal and external teams to build accurate budgets and strategies that align with client goals and brand visions.
Main Clients Include: Nike, Jordan Brand, Lacoste, Beyond Meat, Gran Coramino, Bandier, The Player’s Tribune, Aptos
(See Portfolio/Work section on website for further specific project details)
Nike, Los Angeles, CA
Nike Experience Trainer (NEXT)
August 2018 - January 2022
Collaborated with senior leadership & cross-functional partners to impact the end-to-end employee & consumer experience within the 268 Nike Direct doors in North America through the analysis of insights, skill & training needs within each marketplace.
Partnered with the Human Resources & NikeU team(s) to implement & deliver a training strategy never before available to Nike Direct - unlocking developmental experiences for 59 doors, over 600 leaders and 4,000 athletes in the West Territory.
Project-managed the logistical & training experience for the rollout of key retail concepts within NSO & NFS; Nike Live, Nike Unite & Global Flagship, House of Innovation in NYC - empowering over 1,000 Leaders & Athletes through storytelling, to serve the consumer.
Responsible for the implementation and scaling of the digital training experience at Nike Direct through key platforms such as the Track App and WorkVivo – allowing over 14,600 Nike employees access to curated, immersive digital training experiences.
Nike, San Francisco & Los Angeles, CA
EKIN
October 2016 – August 2018
Managed the execution of the largest and longest retail activation in Nike Direct history, the Makers of the Game 2017 NBA All-Star Experience - worked cross functionally with creative agencies and partners to deliver a premium custom experience to Nike Members.
Led the LA Marketplace through one of the most successful product launches to date: Nike React – GO LA activation. Executed the marketing strategy that brought in over $20k in React sales, 10.4K footwear trials and over 9M social media impressions.
Organized and led the training and delivery of service, product, and membership for the opening of the very first Nike Live door – Nike by Melrose.
Partnered with Global Marketing teams to create new innovative membership experience strategies that resulted in Nike by Melrose being named retail concept of the year.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(323) 219-2669
@johndentonhickman
www.johndentonhickman.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndhickman
SKILLS
Production Techniques
Communication Platforms
Presentation
Deck Building
Influencer Identification
Marketing Strategies
Consumer Journey
CAPABILITIES
Screen Printing
Vinyl / Direct to Film
Direct to Garment Printing
Embroidery / Patches
EBS Inkjet 260
Sublimation Printing & Pressing
Pattern Design & Innovation
Laser Etching
Airbrushing
EDUCATION
Arizona State University: Bachelor of Arts - Design Studies
Scottsdale Community College: Associate of Arts - General Studies
AWARDS
FY20 JUST DO IT Award Nominee
West Partner Award FY19
FY19 West Maxim Award
Boy Scouts of America - Eagle Scout
OTHER
Volunteer: Hospice of the Valley
CPR Certified
Food Handlers License