Monday, November 22, 2010

Austin Ad Fed "Student of the Semester"

The Austin Ad Fed "Student of the Semester" is designed to recognize and promote academically talented students from advertising-related disciplines. The winner will receive a one-year membership to AD2/Austin Advertising Federation and have their work posted on the Austin Ad Fed website for professionals to view. Please visit the Austin Ad Fed website for a nomination form.



Students must have GPA of at least 3.0 in their major.
Students must be undergraduates who are members of an AAF Student Chapter and who have completed at least one semester of college.
Students must be majoring or minoring in:
- Advertising- Marketing
- Commercial Design/Art - Photography
- Communications- Public Relations
- Journalism- Radio/Television/Film

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Volunteer Opportunity @ GSD&M Idea City

There are FIVE spots open for volunteering at GSD&M this Friday from 11am-2pm. Additionally, there are 15 volunteer spots open Monday the 29th and Tuesday the 30th of November. The opportunity involves assembling packets for the Austin Addy's. This is a great opportunity to experience GSD&M Idea City first hand, as well as, make connections within the industry. Please email Volunteer Coordinator, Ben Olins ASAP if you are interested. Finally, if you volunteer for two shifts you will be awarded with a FREE ticket to the Austin Addy's in February. 

TAG SF Trip Deadline is TOMORROW


TAG San Francisco Trip -
Deadline: Wednesday, November 17, 2010 @ 5pm (TAG box on the 7th floor of the CMA)

The TAG San Francisco trip will be January 9th-13th. TAG takes students inside numerous agencies and shows students what it is like to live and work in San Francisco. The trip will take 20 students to agencies in the Bay Area ranging fromVenables Bell & Partners to Google. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door for a future internship or job. The trip application is attached and is due THIS Wednesday at 5pm in the TAG Box, located on the 7th floor of the CMA. If you have any questions please email VP of Special Events, Mariano Pintor.


Saturday, November 13, 2010

Laughing Skull Comedy Festival

The prestigious Laughing Skull Comedy Festival is coming to town for the first time November 16th, and we have discount tickets available for your members. If you want to email your members to see if they (or any of their guests) want to attend, that'd be great!
The Laughing Skull Comedy Festival is taking place in 25 cities around the country, and consists of 290 of the best comedians from around the world competing for cash, prizes, fame, and your undying affection. Last year Margaret Cho was our surprise headliner, and the fest was featured on G4's "Attack of the Show." There's no telling how awesome it will be this year!

Normally the tickets are $10, but if you use the promocode PREPAID, they're free! 

PROMOCODE: PREPAID
SHOW INFO:
Cap City Comedy Club
November 16th - 8:00 PM
8120 Research Boulevard
Austin, TX, 78758

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Become a Keds Campus Representative

Position Title: Keds Campus Representative
Position Duration: Feb 1, 2011 - May 15, 2011
Compensation: $500 stipend per semester with opportunity to earn an average of $500+ of additional performance-based incentive money

Program Overview:

Keds is searching for creative, entrepreneurial and well-connected students to be a part of a unique and rewarding new program from Keds! Join the Keds Canvas Ambassador Program, and be part of a new initiative to help discover local artists and musical talent, while inspiring creativity among students on your campus.  As a member you will utilize your networking skills during the Spring ‘11 semester to collaborate with your school’s art department on the project and promote the tour to students on campus.

Ideal candidate criteria:
·         Well-connected with student leaders, campus organizations, professors and faculty, specifically in the art community on campus
·         Outgoing, creative and entrepreneurial
·         Passionate and knowledgeable about your local arts and music scene
·         Well-versed in social media: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, blogging, etc.
·         Responsible, positive, optimistic, reliable, and hard-working

Student responsibilities include:
·         Pre-promote, plan and execute a major event in your local community in conjunction with a social marketing agency
·         Support the program on online social media networks
·         Work with campus art department to coordinate and collaborate on the project
·         Source local musicians and artistic talent to perform at the event
·         Promote philanthropic partnerships via social media and on-site events

Students can learn more about the program and apply at www.repnation.com/keds.  They can also reach out to me directly with any questions at courtneyl@mryouth.com.

Starcom Informational Session

The Starcom Informational Session is tonight. Please come and check out all of the great opportunities that Starcom has to offer. The session will be from 6:30pm-7:30pm in BUR 220. I hope to see you there!

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Social Media for Work Vs. at Work With representatives from Facebook, LinkedIn, Ad.ly and LatinWorks!

Time/Date: Wednesday, November 17 · 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, S. Lamar

A recent study came out stating that Facebook is visited more often than Google at the workplace. With such a staggering statistic, we think there's something to be said about the power of social media. Sure, it seems like everyone knows how to use it, but the question is, "How do you leverage it to effectively reach and create a relationship with your audiences?"
Find out the answer and join us as we pick the brains of an all-star social media panel with representatives from Facebook, LinkedIn, Ad.ly and LatinWorks.
Get your tickets now, limited seating available!
Members: $20Non-members: $30Admission includes one free alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverage of your choice.

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Laughing Skull Comedy Festival deal

The prestigious Laughing Skull Comedy Festival is coming to town for the first time November-16th-17th, and we have discount tickets available for Texas Advertising Group (tag). If you want to email your members to see if they (or any of their guests) want to attend, that'd be great!

The Laughing Skull Comedy Festival is taking place in 25 cities around the country, and consists of 290 of the best comedians from around the world competing for cash, prizes, fame, and your undying affection. Last year Margaret Cho was our surprise headliner, and the fest was featured on G4's "Attack of the Show." There's no telling how awesome it will be this year!

Normally the tickets are $10, but if you use the promocode ORGTIX, they're just $5!

http://www.skullfestival.com/tickets.cfm
PROMOCODE: ORGTIX

SHOW INFO:
Cap City Comedy Club
November 16th - 8:00 PM
8120 Research Boulevard
Austin, TX, 78758

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

$20,000 AT&T "Simplify Your Life" Video Contest

AT&T "Simplify Your Life" Video Contest Already Started!


Break out your cameras!  The AT&T Simplify Your Life video contest starts today.  Don’t miss your opportunity to submit cool videos and win the $20,000 Grand Prize. Simple changes can make huge differences in our everyday lives -- AT&T’s online services allow you to easily manage your account, pay your AT&T bills automatically and get answers about your account at anytime without picking up a phone.

Here’s what you need to do:  create a video up to 60 seconds showing how AT&T’s online services can simplify life. Submit your video by December 1st and be eligible to win the $20K Grand Prize.  To find out more go to: 
www.att.com/simplify <att.com/simplify> 
For questions contact: 
zooppa.usa@zooppa.com

AD2ATX - VIP GSD&M Visit for ONLY Student Members


Find out what goes on inside of one of the world´s most recognized agencies.

Join us as we host a tour of GSD&M Idea City on Friday, November 05, 2010 from 4-6PM. We will show you where the magic happens and take you through the Account, Media, Creative, and Production departments. Afterward you´ll have the opportunity to grill some of the agency´s top professionals with questions about their specific duties and the industry in general. It doesn´t get much better, right?

Wrong! This exclusive VIP tour is FREE and only for AD2ATX student members. RSVP now to reserve your spot. Space is limited to only 20 lucky students.

Note: You snooze, you lose. VIPs don´t procrastinate. Sign up early to get your name on the list. RSVP

Not a member? Not a problem. Sign up to become a member of AD2ATX now!