Join us for one of AAF Nashville's most popular events! Every year this event draws over 100 students, young professionals, advertising leaders and alumni to share knowledge around how to break into the biz. The event includes 3 panels, resume reviews and portfolio reviews.
>> CLICK HERE to register for the conference.
>> CLICK HERE to volunteer to review portfolios and/or resumes
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 • 4:00 - 5:30 PM
WEBINAR: Getting Noticed, Hired and Starting a Job on the Back Side of the Pandemic
2020 was a tough year for everyone in the advertising community, but it’s turning out to be just as tough for students entering the field. This panel will focus on what students should be doing to get the attention of professionals, nailing the (possibly remote) interview process, and hitting the ground running with a team that might not all be in the same room.
Panelists:
Emilie Guthrie, Vice President, Director of Account Management, GS&F
Michael Hutzel, Chief Creative Officer and Partner, FoxFuel Creative
Jessica Najar, Director of Human Resources, The Buntin Group
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MAY 12-13 • 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Portfolio and Resume Reviews
When you register for a ticket to either a portfolio or resume review you will receive a link so you can sign up for up to 3 time slots to have your portfolio and/or resume reviewed by industry professionals. The reviewer will call the number you provide when you register at the time you sign up for. You must provide your portfolio and/or resume by Noon on May 11th.
THURSDAY, MAY 13 • 4:00 - 5:30 PM
WEBINAR: Actionable DEI Strategies: What's Working and What Isn't
This panel will be focused on the work of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. During this conversation, we’ll discuss what’s working, what isn’t, and explore best practices and intentional strategies agencies can utilize in support of their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts. And finally, given that this is the “get the job” conference, we’ll discuss DEI programs and initiatives different agencies have in place to support new hires.
Moderated by: Daniel Oppong, Courage Collective
Panelists:
Adam Winstead, VP, Human Resources and Operations, GS&F
Samara Anderson, VP, Sales & Marketing, redpepper
Jeanine Mahone, Media Supervisor, bohan
FRIDAY, MAY 14 • 4:00 - 5:30 PM
WEBINAR: Biggest Mistakes in the Hiring Process (What NOT to do!)
This panel will focus on what you as a potential team member can do to make sure the hiring/ interview process goes as smooth as possible. Do you have notes ready for discussion? Are you in an environment where you can focus on the conversation? Join us to get sense of all these things as well as some of the red flags to avoid.
Panelists:
Patty Dondeville, VP, iostudio
Eddy Herty, VP, National Creative Director, OUTFRONT STUDIOS
Courtney Improta, Associate Brand Director, The Buntin Group
