Student Day

You’re probably asking yourself a lot of questions: Does my résumé paint the best picture of my skills and accomplishments? What should I include in my portfolio? Do I need to clean up my social media? What will be expected of me during an interview? Fear not. AAF-SD is proud to present Student Day. This annual, one-day conference is catered specifically to postsecondary students studying marketing, advertising, or design. Learn from and be inspired by the area’s foremost industry professionals.

Kick off the day with Emily Spellerberg, Business Operations and Marketing Consultant, as she offers insights involving career paths in marketing and navigating next steps post-graduation. You’ll spend the rest of the morning speed-networking with marketing and advertising leaders during our crowd-favorite roundtable discussions and getting professional headshots taken with an experienced photographer. Top off your experience learning from experts on how to succeed and leave energized as you head into the next phase of your education and career.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network, learn, and grow. Spark the start of your career at Student Day!

How to Participate

AAF-SD Student Day is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in the field of advertising to learn and network with industry professionals. To participate in AAF-SD Student Day, you can start by registering for the event through the AAF-SD website. It's essential to come prepared with questions, a portfolio (if applicable) and an eagerness to learn, as this event offers a wealth of insights and opportunities to connect with professionals in the advertising industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Student day is an annual, one-day conference is catered specifically to postsecondary students studying marketing, advertising, or design. Learn from and be inspired by the area’s foremost industry professionals.

  • AAF-SD Student Day is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in the field of advertising to learn and network with industry professionals. To participate in AAF-SD Student Day, you can start by registering for the event through the AAF-SD website. It's essential to come prepared with questions and an eagerness to learn, as this event offers a wealth of insights and opportunities to connect with professionals in the advertising industry.

  • Student day includes: a keynote speaker, panel discussion, professional headshots, speed-networking and roundtable discussions with advertising leaders.

Here’s what past attendees have to say
about their experience at Student Day:

“I’m feeling inspired! Student Day gave me valuable connections to the industry.”

“Student Day gave me good perspective and pointed me where I want to go.”

“I loved listening to the variety of speakers that were offered at Student Day. There was

a lot of good insight for students who needed some clarification on their future careers!”

“I was wanting to learn about the interview process and internships, and I learned lots!”

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