AAF Dallas and the Dallas Ad League Foundation are excited to offer the 2011 Sam Bloom Memorial Scholarship this spring! This $2,000 award is being offered to students who are pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree in advertising, marketing or a related field. The scholarship is designed to recognize academically talented students by providing them with financial support to complete their collegiate studies.
Please pass along this announcement to students and have them visit the AAF Dallas website (www.aafdallas.org) or the Dallas Ad League Foundation website (www.dallasadleaguefoundation.org) to learn more about the scholarship and to download the application. The submission deadline is March 7th.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
GeekMeet Happy Hour
Where: Arthur’s Prime Steaks & Seafood15175 Quorum Drive Addison, TX 75001
When: Thursday, January 20th 2011 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Cost: $10/person at the door. $11/person via PayPal.
Happy New Year Geek Meet Members & IT Professionals! Wow, 2010 was quite the year. Despite the challenges the state of the economy have posed for many of us, we’re glad to see our members understand the importance of networking, continuing to promote themselves and their business.
2011 is a brand new year, and we should all concentrate on maximizing our networking efforts. After all, our ideas and support are what keep the world going now. Not only do we benefit by showcasing our talents, we all learn from each other.
January’s event will feature light hors d’oeuvres provided by Arthur’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, and EZTechworks. To add to the fun, live music and dancing start at 8:00.
Food, drinks & networking, what a great way to kick-off the year, the January GeekMeet Networking Happy Hour is not to be missed!
When: Thursday, January 20th 2011 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Cost: $10/person at the door. $11/person via PayPal.
Happy New Year Geek Meet Members & IT Professionals! Wow, 2010 was quite the year. Despite the challenges the state of the economy have posed for many of us, we’re glad to see our members understand the importance of networking, continuing to promote themselves and their business.
2011 is a brand new year, and we should all concentrate on maximizing our networking efforts. After all, our ideas and support are what keep the world going now. Not only do we benefit by showcasing our talents, we all learn from each other.
January’s event will feature light hors d’oeuvres provided by Arthur’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, and EZTechworks. To add to the fun, live music and dancing start at 8:00.
Food, drinks & networking, what a great way to kick-off the year, the January GeekMeet Networking Happy Hour is not to be missed!
Monday, December 13, 2010
DESIGN, FLY, AND WIN!!!!
The Dallas Morning News/Dallasnews.com
College Student Design Contest
Who can create the best college recruiting brochure?
Are you a graphic design guru? The Dallas Morning News, a top 5 media market newspaper and media solutions company, is looking for a two-fold or tri-fold color brochure that we can use at college recruiting events and conferences such as CNBAM. The winner will be chosen by a panel of judges at The Dallas Morning News. This contest is a great addition to your portfolio. And, the winner will receive a $100 Southwest Airlines gift card!
College Student Design Contest
Who can create the best college recruiting brochure?
Are you a graphic design guru? The Dallas Morning News, a top 5 media market newspaper and media solutions company, is looking for a two-fold or tri-fold color brochure that we can use at college recruiting events and conferences such as CNBAM. The winner will be chosen by a panel of judges at The Dallas Morning News. This contest is a great addition to your portfolio. And, the winner will receive a $100 Southwest Airlines gift card!
Characteristics of the winning brochure should contain:
Originality
Design that “speaks” to the college audience
Accurate grammar and spelling
Information to be included in the brochure is:
We are offering Advertising Media Sales Careers
We offer over 80 different products between print, online, texting and iphone and ipad applications
We are looking for talented, career minded sales people
We offer career growth and financial reward to those who perform well
Vacation and benefits package, mileage and cell phone reimbursement
Base pay and commission
To apply for jobs with us submit your resume to dmnjobs@dallasnews.com
Please include any other information that you feel would be relevant to a college student. Be creative and innovative in how you present the information. Use this as an opportunity to think about what would be important to a graduating senior when making a career choice. All submissions must be sent to Amber Thigpen, Senior Recruiter for The Dallas Morning News, athigpen@dallasnews.com by February 12th at 5:00 p.m. The winner will be announced on February 22nd. Make sure that your submission includes your name, school, and contact information. If you have any questions about the contest or brochure please email Amber Thigpen at
Friday, December 3, 2010
The ADDY Awards Competition!!!!
Enter your local ADDY competition and let everyone in your market see what you can do, and if you're really good, ad professionals everywhere are goign to find out when you storm through districts on your way to the coveted gold national ADDY! Get entered, get known, get up that career ladder two rungs at a time!
Student entries are $50 this year.
They can be entered at http://www.omnicontests.com/addy/omnicontests/logon.cfm
For more info on the American Advertising Federation - ADDY Awards, click here: http://www.aaf.org/default.asp?id=27
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
DAL Luncheon / CABLE DAY - Tues, Dec 14th
Don’t miss this great educational and networking opportunity. We look forward to seeing you there!
Cable Day
Dallas Ad League EVENT LUNCHEON:
Inside Cable Television – What’s Driving Advertiser Demand
Tuesday, December 14 2010, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Inside Cable Television – What’s Driving Advertiser DemandCable TV advertising is continuing to grow faster than ever. During this past upfront buying season, advertiser demand resulted in a 20% increase in spending over the previous season. In fact, some networks even turned business away.
Although new media and emerging technologies are growing faster than ever, traditional media is not just surviving, it’s thriving.
Why the sudden growth in television advertising with new viewing options available? What do these changes in the $8 billion cable industry mean for advertising?
Come to our December luncheon and discover these answers. AAF Dallas will be hosting a panel of senior-level network executives who will discuss the state of the cable industry, including such topics as:
-the continued growth in ratings
-the innovation behind spin-off launches
-the growth of non-fiction programming
-emerging platforms
-rollout of addressable TV
Our distinguished panel will include:
• Mel Berning, EVP of National Ad Sales – A&E Television Networks
• (speaker to be confirmed) - AMC
• (speaker to be confirmed) – Discovery Networks
• Bruce Lefkowitz, EVP of Ad Sales – National Geographic Channel/Fox Cable Networks
• Jon Steinlauf, SVP of Ad Sales – Scripps Networks
Moderating the discussion is Sean Cunningham, President and CEO of the Cabletelevision Advertising Bureau.
WHEN: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 11:30am – 1:30pm
WHERE: Doubletree Hotel – Campbell Center, 8250 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75206
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Frank Kopec ( frank@aafdallas.org This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).
Click Here for more DETAILS: http://www.dallasadleague.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=166&Itemid=612&year=2010&month=12&day=14&uid=cf1d991de5a3c1129a6cc4e692aab28d&catids=159
Cable Day
Dallas Ad League EVENT LUNCHEON:
Inside Cable Television – What’s Driving Advertiser Demand
Tuesday, December 14 2010, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Inside Cable Television – What’s Driving Advertiser DemandCable TV advertising is continuing to grow faster than ever. During this past upfront buying season, advertiser demand resulted in a 20% increase in spending over the previous season. In fact, some networks even turned business away.
Although new media and emerging technologies are growing faster than ever, traditional media is not just surviving, it’s thriving.
Why the sudden growth in television advertising with new viewing options available? What do these changes in the $8 billion cable industry mean for advertising?
Come to our December luncheon and discover these answers. AAF Dallas will be hosting a panel of senior-level network executives who will discuss the state of the cable industry, including such topics as:
-the continued growth in ratings
-the innovation behind spin-off launches
-the growth of non-fiction programming
-emerging platforms
-rollout of addressable TV
Our distinguished panel will include:
• Mel Berning, EVP of National Ad Sales – A&E Television Networks
• (speaker to be confirmed) - AMC
• (speaker to be confirmed) – Discovery Networks
• Bruce Lefkowitz, EVP of Ad Sales – National Geographic Channel/Fox Cable Networks
• Jon Steinlauf, SVP of Ad Sales – Scripps Networks
Moderating the discussion is Sean Cunningham, President and CEO of the Cabletelevision Advertising Bureau.
WHEN: Tuesday, December 14, 2010 11:30am – 1:30pm
WHERE: Doubletree Hotel – Campbell Center, 8250 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75206
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Frank Kopec ( frank@aafdallas.org This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).
Click Here for more DETAILS: http://www.dallasadleague.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=166&Itemid=612&year=2010&month=12&day=14&uid=cf1d991de5a3c1129a6cc4e692aab28d&catids=159
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Internships - Dieste
Local advertising agency DIESTE is currently looking for INTERNS to have in place for Summer 2011. They are paid full-time internships. Looking for great talent for their creative department, art directors/copywriters. All about passion and fresh ideas. Bilingual (English/Spanish) are a BIG PLUS!!!!!
TO APPLY, email your resume and portfolio to wannabe@dieste.com
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