Student Conference – AAF-H Education

Restore The Possibilities, Connect in Person Again!

The AAF-Houston 2022 Student Conference is planned to give you opportunities you’ll need to build a successful career in advertising.

Friday, November 4 – Saturday, November 5
Doubletree Greenway Plaza
6 E Greenway Plaza Houston, Tx 77046

What to Expect

The American Advertising Federation – Houston Student Advertising Competition & Conference provides attendees with a two-day, nationally recognized, advertising competition along with exciting sessions to help students launch a career in the industry.

College students from District 10 (Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas) work on teams to create a comprehensive marketing, advertising and public relations campaign for the sponsoring brand. This is a REAL WORLD, REAL WORK competition. Then, on day two, attendees network with and learn from professionals from prominent agencies and brands.

Ready to Get In Your Bag?

Register today for your spot in this exciting event to kickstart your career in advertising, marketing and communications.

What’s It Like?

Advertising Competition

Real Work, Real Client. You’re broken into teams to work on a client brief for 7 hours – developing marketing strategy, media plans, and creative (and more!) to then present before a panel of judges to win the competition.

Portfolio & Resume Review

Take advantage of 1:1 meetings to network with and get feedback from professionals in your desired career path. Be sure to bring your resume and/or portfolio for feedback.

How I Got My Start Panel

Listen to young professionals about how they landed their first gig and how they charted their career path. Lots of good actionable tips on launching your career!

Career Fair

Network with companies that are looking for talent to fill both internships as well as entry level positions on their teams. Bring lots of resumes and cards to share and prepare to follow up on opportunities!