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Joining the American Advertising Federation of Des Moines is easy!

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Create an Account

Create your account and log in to select a membership level.
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Select Membership Level

We offer a variety of membership levels for agencies, individuals, and students.
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Get Involved

Purchase your membership and become an active participant in AAF Des Moines!

Membership Perks

Membership Levels

Active Individual Membership

$150/year

One (1) participant

Purchase A Membership
  • Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights
  • Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Corporate Membership

$405/year

Three (3) participants (10% discount)

Purchase A Membership
  • Three (3) memberships in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions for three (3) employees
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights for the three (3) individuals on the membership roster
  • Complimentary listing as a corporate member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Executive Membership

$1020/year

Eight (8) participants (15% discount)

Purchase A Membership
  • Eight (8) memberships in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions for eight (8) employees
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights for the eight (8) individuals on the membership roster
  • Complimentary listing as an executive member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Collegiate Membership

Three attendees for monthly luncheons can be professors or students.

$384/year

Three (3) participants (15% discount)

Purchase A Membership
  • Three (3) memberships in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions for three (3) employees
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights for the three (3) individuals on the membership roster
  • Complimentary listing as a corporate member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Student Membership

Individuals who are preparing for a career in advertising. Student members may not vote or hold office.

$75/year

One (1) participant

Purchase A Membership
  • Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Student rates at all AAF functions
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights
  • Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Graduate Professional Membership

Individuals who have been employed in the industry for less than one year.

$75/year

One (1) participant

Purchase A Membership
  • Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights
  • Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Professional
Full-Time Educator

Professional Full-Time Educator

$75/year

One (1) participant

Purchase A Membership
  • Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights
  • Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Non-Resident Membership

Individuals who live and spend the majority of their work time outside of the Des Moines DMA. Non-Resident members must meet all other requirements for active membership.

$45/year

One (1) participant

Purchase A Membership
  • Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Retired Membership

Available to members of the organization who have retired from gainful employment. Candidates will be admitted to membership immediately upon approval by the Board or Directors.

$20/year

One (1) participant

Purchase A Membership
  • Membership in AAF of Des Moines, AAF District 9 and National American Advertising Federation for one year
  • Member rates at all AAF functions
  • Discounted ADDY entry rates
  • Receive all AAF communications
  • Legislative support from AAF of Des Moines
  • Opportunities for involvement in AAF of Des Moines advocacy initiative (promoting advertising industry in the Des Moines advertising community)
  • Opportunities to recruit talented and experienced professionals to your organization
  • Voting rights
  • Complimentary listing as a member in membership directory
  • Gain influence in a professional organization that impacts the future of advertising in the local community and nationally through its affiliation with the national American Advertising Federation
  • Receive timely information on local and national advertising issues including government relations, public service, self-regulation, education, and recognition of excellence in advertising and by its practitioners

Joining AAF is just the beginning.

Here are a few other ways you can get involved!

Join the Board / Assist on a Committee

Make the most of your AAF membership by participating in a committee or joining the board! 

We are always looking for additional talent to get involved with our organization and help make a difference in a variety of areas.

To inquire about joining the board or assisting on a committee, contact our Executive Director at aafdesmoines@gmail.com.

Participate in Public Service Initiatives

The American Advertising Federation of Des Moines recognizes the importance of volunteering our time and resources to benefit special interest groups and help make a difference in people’s lives. Our objective is to focus on an original project to engage membership participation and generously contribute the communication skills of agencies and freelancers in our local market to benefit the entire state of Iowa.

To get involved with our public service initiatives, contact our Executive Director at aafdesmoines@gmail.com.

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