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Spotlighting Immigrant Designers

by Jessica Kerbo, Programming Coordinator \ April 20, 2021

Immigrant designers bring a unique perspective to the design world. AIGA DC is highlighting the work of a few of these professionals, and the paths they’ve taken along the way, including finding support from Upwardly Global, a nonprofit organization that empowers immigrants in the U.S. workforce.

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Nomination for AAPI Heritage Month Campaign (closed)

by Raksa Yin \ April 8, 2021

May is (AAPI) Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. AIGA DC wants to recognize local AAPI creatives using creativity to tell their heritage story, public awareness of AAPI issues, or create something to benefit the AAPI community. We will publish selected nominees on social media and our blog. We are accepting nominations of AAPI creatives from the Washington, DC area. Submissions are open until April 25th to nominate a local AAPI creative.

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Reece Quiñones is our AIGA DC 2021 Fellow

by Jessica Kerbo, Awards Chair \ March 30, 2021

Join us in celebrating Reece Quiñones, our AIGA DC 2021 Fellow Award recipient. The event will be held on Zoom, Saturday, May 22nd, 12:00-1:30pm ET. The AIGA DC Fellow Award is given to someone who represents the best of what the DC design community has to offer, through extensive involvement in AIGA DC, mentorship, and leadership in their field. RSVP details will be shared in a few weeks. Until then, save the date!

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Join the AIGA DC Board of Directors

by AIGA DC \ March 22, 2021

We’re looking for some new members of the AIGA DC Board of Directors – leaders dedicated to sharing knowledge, skills and resources with the DMV design community. Apply yourself, or nominate a peer! Deadline is April 9, 2021.

Announcement Scholarship

AIGA DC Design Continuum Fund Scholarship Deadline is April 20

by AIGA DC \ March 15, 2021

Each year, the AIGA DC Design Continuum Fund awards $500-$2,500 scholarships to underrepresented students pursuing art and design careers in colleges and universities in the DC, Maryland and Virginia. Applications for the 2021-22 year are now open!

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Creative Review 2021: Seeking Portfolio Reviewers

by AIGA DC \ March 1, 2021

AIGA DC is looking for seasoned design professionals to be portfolio reviewers at our upcoming annual Creative Review. Spend a Saturday afternoon to have one-on-one conversations with local designers who seek meaningful feedback and career advice.

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Freelance 101: Tax Considerations and Resources

by Amy Northard, The Accountants for Creatives \ February 17, 2021

If you freelance now or have thought about becoming a freelance designer, there is a lot to think about when it comes to taxes or legal considerations. Amy Northard, owner of The Accountants for Creatives, will provide insights and tips to consider.

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Introducing the AIGA DC Event Recordings Archive

by AIGA DC \ February 2, 2021

We're excited to announce the launch of our Event Recordings Archive – a growing collection of workshops, demos & discussions from DC-area design professionals. Available exclusively to all AIGA members!

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DotGov Design Conference 2021: Call for Speakers

by DotGov Design \ January 27, 2021

Our bi-annual DotGov Conference returns May 18, 2021 to highlight amazing projects happening within the government space, inspire folks working in the government space, and inform those who aspire to make the world a better place through government projects. Do you want your voice to be heard at DotGov Conference 2021? Apply to be a speaker! Applications close February 26, 2021.

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CreateAthon 2021 Applications Now Open!

by Design for Good \ January 19, 2021

5 creative teams + 5 worthy nonprofits = 24-hours of making a difference. Area nonprofits work with volunteer designers, illustrators, strategists and marketing top professionals from local agencies and in-house departments during our 24-hour marathon event to receive professional advice, design and strategic thinking.

Announcement Awards

AIGA DC Fellow Award Nominations Due January 15

by AIGA DC \ December 15, 2020

The AIGA DC Fellow Fellow Award is back and nominations are open! The Fellow Award is the highest honor a designer can receive from AIGA DC. We will be taking the opportunity to collect input from the AIGA community. Nominate the creative leaders who inspire you.

Announcement Mentoring

SHINE 2021 Applications Now Closed!

by Puneet Kaur, AIGA DC Mentorship Chair \ December 8, 2020

SHINE is a four-month program that matches mentors and mentees around the DMV design community to connect, challenge each other, and collaborate on a project of their choosing. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the program! We’re looking for our 2021 mentors and mentees — applications closed on January 5!

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