Gain the ADvantage in your career!
AAF-NEA is thrilled to bring back ADvantage for its second year on Saturday, May 3rd!
This career clinic is designed for students across all facets of advertising, helping you navigate the path to landing your first professional role. Showcase your skills, receive portfolio reviews, gain insights from inspiring speakers, and participate in mock interviews with industry professionals in your area of interest. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
Registration closes April 23rd, and spots are limited—register today!
High-Level Details
WHEN
Saturday, May 3rd
9 am - 3 pm
Lunch will be provided
WHERE
Arkansas State Carl R. Reng Student Union, 3rd Floor
101 N Caraway Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72401
WHO
Area college students majoring in any area of advertising or marketing.
WHAT
This event will allow students to participate in portfolio reviews, mock interviews, build connections with industry professionals, listen to informative speakers, and more.
Student Info
WHAT TO EXPECT
Students should plan on bringing a portfolio of their work to be reviewed by three to four reviewers who will provide expert feedback on your work and how well it represents your skills.
Students will also participate in three to four mock interviews to familiarize yourself with the interview process as well as receive feedback on soft skills and their interview presence.
Additionally, all attendees will receive the opportunity to build connections with industry professionals, discuss mentorships, and look for potential career and internship opportunities.
Registration closes on April 23rd, and spots are limited! Register today.
Reviewer Info
WHAT TO EXPECT
Reviewers will get the opportunity to build connections with the future leaders of advertising. Those who volunteer can either participate in Portfolio Reviews, Mock Interviews, or both! We are especially encouraging those with potential entry-level job openings or internships to participate. The Portfolio Review and Mock Interview portions of the day will be approximately two hours. You do not have to stay for the entire six hour event.
Portfolio Reviewers will be assigned three to four students majoring in their areas of expertise to provide feedback on their portfolio. You will be required to fill out a simple review form that will be given to the student and their professor.
Mock Interviewers Interviewers should ask questions that would be common-place in any creative industry interview. You will provide feedback to the interviewee on their skills and how to improve for future interviews.
Agenda
*Please note that this agenda is subject to change.
9:00 - 9:15
Doors Open
9:15 - 9:30
Opening Remarks
9:30 - 11:30
Portfolio Reviews | These reviews will last approximately 25 minutes to allow for switching to the next reviewer.
11:30- 12:45
Lunch and Speaker | Lunch will be provided for all attendees.
1:00 - 2:30
Mock Interviews | These reviews will last approximately 25 minutes to allow for switching to the next reviewer.
2:30 - 3:00
Networking and Closing Remarks
FAQ
Do Students have to be in a certain major or class?
Nope! From graphic design freshmen to marketing super seniors and everyone in between! We will welcome any class and major.
Can Reviewers participate remotely?
Yes! We will have remote review stations set up since it’s commonplace for reviews to start off remotely. However, we do want the majority to be in-person.
I can’t stay for the whole event, but I want to participate where I can.
While you will benefit the most by participating the entire time, we understand schedules can be difficult to navigate. If you can only stay for for a specific amount of time, please contact us ASAP. Right now, our agenda is flexible, but as we have more registrants, the timeline solidify.
I want to be a Reviewer, but I can’t stay for the whole event.
Completely fine. The Portfolio Review portion and the Mock Interview portions will each be approximately two hours.
What’s the cost?
Free! Just register before April 23rd. However, if you’re interested in being a sponsor, reach out to us about our sponsorship packages.
Is there a dress code?
There’s not a specific dress code, but it is in encouraged to dress in interview attire.
Contact Us
Questions about the event? Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Email us at aafnea@gmail.com
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