Become A Member

As a member of the American Advertising Federation of Shreveport-Bossier (AAFSB), you are helping finance a grass-roots organization filled with other advertising industry professionals who fight every single day to help keep your career alive and well. Protecting the business of advertising, educating tomorrow’s industry leaders and giving back to the community are just a few examples of what your paid membership supports.

AAFSB is dedicated to the education and advancement of our regional advertising industry. Membership is comprised of people from all corners of the advertising and communications industry, from advertising agencies to marketing, broadcasting, public relations, event planning, graphic design and more. Shreveport-Bossier AAF hosts monthly events to promote professional development and networking opportunities. 

In order to become a member of the American Advertising Federation of Shreveport-Bossier (AAFSB), you must be gainfully employed in advertising, promotion, public relations or related fields. Your membership must also be voted on and accepted by the AAFSB Board of Directors per the AAFSB By-Laws. Annual membership dues are to be paid before membership can be fully authorized.

Joining at the local level will also make you part of our national organization, the American Advertising Federation (AAF). In addition to national membership, our ad club is also a member of District 10, one of 15 geographic districts that make up the national AAF.

Students

Build your resume with real-world experience and connections. We strive to make this club a forum for ongoing development and education and a venue to network and to be recognized. The more you become involved in AAFSB, the more you will benefit. Go to meetings, get creative, speak up, plan events, and I think you’ll find it is a very rewarding experience. We have several students alone who have landed jobs through our annual Agency Crawl! And there is a hefty discount for student American Advertising Award entries and gala tickets.

Benefits

A membership to the Shreveport-Bossier Ad Fed offers individuals the opportunity to grow professionally through networking and educational members’ meetings each month. We also host several community events including a yearly public service campaign and volunteer opportunities.

Other benefits of membership include:

  • Discounted entries and gala ticket prices for our annual American Advertising Awards

  • Network with a talented community of advertising professionals and gain access to connections, resources and educational opportunities to help ensure you stay current in the industry

  • Discounts on many of the publications and services you already use:

    • FedEx

    • Hertz car rentals

    • Discounts on Adweek and AdvertisingAge

    • See full list here

  • And MUCH MORE!

Ready to join?

Choose your membership level, then complete the application here. 

Professional Membership – $90/year
Includes:

  • 1 free entry for the American Advertising Awards

  • Free attendance to virtual events (not including the American Advertising Awards)

  • Discounted entry fees for American Advertising Awards submissions

  • Discounted tickets for future in-person events

  • Membership benefits provided by AAF National

*AAFSB memberships are rolling; year term starts on date of joining/renewal. For questions about membership, contact info@aafsb.org

Small Corporate Membership – $700/year
Includes membership for up to 4 people in your company.
Also includes:

  • 4 tickets for the American Advertising Awards Gala

  • 2 free entries for the American Advertising Awards

  • Text thank you in all event programs (not including the American Advertising Awards)

  • Free attendance to virtual events for any company employee

  • Discounted entry fees for American Advertising Awards submissions

  • Discounted tickets for future in-person events

  • Membership benefits provided by AAF National

Large Corporate – $1,400/year
Includes membership for 5-8 people in your company.
Also includes:

  • 1 table at the American Advertising Awards Gala (seats 8)

  • 3 free entries for the American Advertising Awards

  • Logo thank you in all event programs (not including the American Advertising Awards)

  • Free attendance to virtual events for any company employee

  • Discounted entry fees for American Advertising Awards submissions

  • Discounted tickets for future in-person events

  • Membership benefits provided by AAF National

Student – $30/year
Includes:

  • 1 ticket for AAFSB Power Lunch (per year)

  • Free attendance to virtual events (not including the American Advertising Awards)

  • Discounted entry fees for American Advertising Awards submissions

  • Discounted tickets for future in-person events

Must be currently enrolled at one of the following colleges or universities: Centenary College of Louisiana, DMII, Northwestern State University, Grambling State University, or Southern University of Louisiana – Shreveport.

If you attend:

  • Bossier Parish Community College, contact Lauren Brown for college chapter membership.

  • Louisiana Tech University, contact Todd Maggio for college chapter membership.

  • Louisiana State University in Shreveport, contact Allen Garcie for college chapter membership.