AIGA Design

🚨 Final deadline approaching! 🚨 A famed competition, redefined for today’s designers—365: AIGA Year in Design celebrates innovation across all areas of communication design, from print to digital, service to spaces. Whether you're part of a big agency or an independent creative, this is your chance to showcase your best work. Still have questions? Join us for an Open House Webinar on Monday, March 31st, at 2 PM EST / 11 AM PT to meet the jurors, get insights, and make sure your submission stands out! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/epiZtVvt

Today is Equal Pay Day—a reminder of the progress made and the barriers still left to break. As we celebrate these visionary women who have shaped the world of design, we recognize their role in paving the way for greater equity and opportunity in the creative industry. These trailblazers have elevated design as a craft, a strategy, and a cultural force. Their contributions continue to inspire future generations to push boundaries and advocate for the recognition they deserve. Since 1920, the AIGA Medal has honored those who set new standards of excellence and innovation in communication design. Join us in celebrating their legacy and the progress still to come! Discover their stories: https://lnkd.in/eUDggcg9 Medalists Shown: Lucille Tenazas, Ellen Lupton, Gail Anderson, Terry Irwin, Karin Fong, Emily Oberman, Jennifer Morla

Want to help shape the future of design? AIGA is looking for passionate leaders to fill up to five Director at Large seats on the Board of Directors! ✅ Self-nominations are open until April 4, 2025 ✅ You don’t need to be an AIGA member to apply—but membership is required if elected! Board members play a vital role in representing and serving the AIGA community, driving forward its mission to champion design. If you’re ready to make an impact, nominate yourself today! Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/ehNkBDwP

👋 Starting soon! Welcome to AIGA Real Talk where we strip away the corporate speak and get to the heart of what matters. We're diving candidly into the real stories, challenges, and transformations shaping the design industry today. Bring your questions, your skepticism, and your vision for the future. Join us for a compelling discussion as leaders share their journey from chapter leadership to the national board. Hear firsthand why they chose to take this next step, the vision they bring to serving members on a national scale, and how this work deeply fulfills them. This conversation will offer valuable insights for anyone curious about advancing their leadership journey while staying rooted in service and community. Join us as industry icon Debbie Millman leads a powerful conversation with AIGA National Board members Victor Davila, Rachel Elnar, Jen Ford, and Reggie Tidwell.

A new season is approaching, so maybe a new career move? Explore new opportunities on the AIGA Job Board! Find your next design role by visiting https://lnkd.in/g2VKuicz. Already spotted the perfect job? Become an AIGA member for full access to listings and exclusive perks like event discounts, competitions, and learning programs! 🚀 Learn more about becoming an AIGA Member: https://lnkd.in/eAfat2W5

Calling all creatives! The 2025 AIGA Design Conference is coming to LA from October 9-11, and we’re looking for inspiring proposals that align with this year’s theme: "Design + Performance." Whether it's a Design Dialogue, Panel Discussion, Presentation, Workshop, or another format, we welcome fresh ideas that foster collaboration, diverse perspectives, and engaging discussions. Share your insights through case studies, frameworks, resources, or personal experiences—how do design and performance intersect in your work? 🗓 Deadline EXTENDED: March 31, 2025 👉 Submit your proposal now: https://lnkd.in/evdYkqAa

Want the inside scoop on what makes a winning entry? Join us for an exclusive AIGA 50 Books | 50 Covers webinar tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. ET, where this year’s jurors will share insights on standout design, emerging trends, and how they choose the best work. Bring your questions! The extended deadline to submit is March 14 at 11:59 p.m. ET—and as a friend of AIGA, you can save $10 on your entry with code SAVETEN at checkout! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eq3XMddX

Oops! We forgot to include a new category in the graphic—Sustainable Design! ♻️🌎💚 This category highlights designs that prioritize environmental responsibility, using sustainable materials and processes that minimize waste and impact. Submissions should balance aesthetics with sustainability, considering the full lifecycle of products and materials. Don’t miss your chance to submit your work! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dm-v3sVR

🚨 Deadline Alert! 🚨 The regular deadline for AIGA’s 365: Year in Design Competition is TONIGHT! This year brings brand-new categories that reflect the evolving design landscape: ➡️ Inclusive/Accessible Design – Celebrating work that prioritizes diversity, equity, and accessibility for all. ➡️ AI-Driven Design – Showcasing the innovative use of artificial intelligence in creative work. ➡️ Sustainable Design – Focuses on designs that prioritize environmental responsibility, sustainable materials, and processes that reduce waste and environmental impact.  Whether you're pushing the boundaries of AI or championing accessibility, now’s the time to submit your best work! Check out the category descriptions and enter before it’s too late. Submit today 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dm-v3sVR  . . . #AIGA365 #YearInDesign #DesignCompetition #CreativeExcellence #designer #creative #graphicdesign