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Joining the American Advertising Federation of Des Moines is easy!
Membership Perks
Membership Levels
- Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights
- Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
- Three (3) memberships in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions for three (3) employees
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights for the three (3) individuals on the membership roster
- Complimentary listing as a corporate member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
- Eight (8) memberships in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions for eight (8) employees
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights for the eight (8) individuals on the membership roster
- Complimentary listing as an executive member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Collegiate Membership
Three attendees for monthly luncheons can be professors or students.
$384/year
Three (3) participants (15% discount)
- Three (3) memberships in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions for three (3) employees
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights for the three (3) individuals on the membership roster
- Complimentary listing as a corporate member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Student Membership
Individuals who are preparing for a career in advertising. Student members may not vote or hold office.
$75/year
One (1) participant
- Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Student rates at all AAF functions
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights
- Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Graduate Professional Membership
Individuals who have been employed in the industry for less than one year.
$75/year
One (1) participant
- Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights
- Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Professional
Full-Time Educator
Professional Full-Time Educator
$75/year
One (1) participant
- Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights
- Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Non-Resident Membership
Individuals who live and spend the majority of their work time outside of the Des Moines DMA. Non-Resident members must meet all other requirements for active membership.
$45/year
One (1) participant
- Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Retired Membership
Available to members of the organization who have retired from gainful employment. Candidates will be admitted to membership immediately upon approval by the Board or Directors.
$20/year
One (1) participant
- Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
- Member rates at all AAF functions
- Discounted ADDY entry rates
- Receive all AAF communications
- Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
- Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
- Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
- Voting rights
- Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
- Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
- Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners
Joining AAF is just the beginning.
Here are a few other ways you can get involved!
Join the Board / Assist on a Committee
Make the most of your AAF membership by participating in a committee or joining the board!
We are always looking for additional talent to get involved with our organization and help make a difference in a variety of areas.
To inquire about joining the board or assisting on a committee, contact our Executive Director at aafdesmoines@gmail.com.
Participate in Public Service Initiatives
The American Advertising Federation of Des Moines recognizes the importance of volunteering our time and resources to benefit special interest groups and help make a difference in people’s lives. Our objective is to focus on an original project to engage membership participation and generously contribute the communication skills of agencies and freelancers in our local market to benefit the entire state of Iowa.
To get involved with our public service initiatives, contact our Executive Director at aafdesmoines@gmail.com.
