Everything you wanted to know about the American Advertising Awards, but weren’t sure who to ask. Whether you’re a first-time entrant, a seasoned creative with a shelf full of trophies, or someone who’s simply curious about the competition, we’ve got you covered!

Tuesday, October 27 · 2:00 PM CT / 1:00 MT / 3:00 ET
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Join Sophie Rogers, District 10 American Advertising Awards Chair, for an informative, approachable walkthrough of the American Advertising Awards. We’ll break down the entry process, pull back the curtain on judging, and share tips to help you feel confident heading into this year’s competition.

Who’s invited? Everyone! AAF members, non-members, students, industry veterans, first-time entrants, and anyone interested in learning more about the American Advertising Awards.

Here’s what we’ll cover

• What are the American Advertising Awards? Learn how the competition works, why it matters, and how participating can benefit you, your work, and your local advertising community.
• How to enter. We’ll walk through the OpenWater submission portal step by step, including how to prepare and submit your entries.
• Behind the judging process. Ever wonder what happens after you hit submit? Get a look at how judging works, what judges evaluate, and what can help an entry stand out.
• Tips, tricks & FAQs. We’ll cover frequently asked questions, common mistakes, and helpful advice to make the entry process easier.
• Live Q&A. Have a question? Ask away! Whether it’s about eligibility, categories, submissions, or judging, this is your opportunity to get answers.

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