Special programming for students

Student Symposium

Thursday, October 11
1:00–4:00 p.m.

Moderated by Alissa Walker, design writer and editor of UnBeige.com, the “Next” Student Symposium will inspire, inform, entertain and let you in on some secrets on how it’s done and how to make the transition from school to studio. Confirmed speakers include:

• Adam Brodsley and Eric Heiman, Volume
• Ally Gerson, Jennifer Sukis, Pamela Zuccker, Principle, Inc.
• Adrian Shaughnessy, author, “How to be a Graphic Designer Without Losing Your Soul”
• Garth Walker, Orange Juice Design

Student Portfolio Display

“Next” offers an invaluable opportunity to display your portfolio and be seen and shake hands with the famous designers and classics whose work you’ve admired.

Space is limited to 75 students, so make sure you register in advance. Bring either a print portfolio, or a laptop with your projects and the software needed to run them. We’ll give you a table and chair, and will direct hundreds of designers your way.

The Student Portfolio Display takes place on Friday evening during the Happy Hour. Register today!

Command X: The graphic design reality show

Are you ready to take the challenge?

At this year's AIGA Design Conference, one yet-to-be-discovered designer will rise above the rest. Could it be you? Through a series of design problems, solved during the conference and presented on the main stage, a panel of esteemed judges will edit a group of select young designers down to one winner—in front of 2,500 of your peers, heroes and potential bosses. The winner might just be the next great designer. (And also get $1,000 in unmarked bills and other fabulous prizes!).

Eligibility

• You must be 26 or younger.
• You must be an AIGA member.

How to apply

You must follow these instructions. No exceptions! If you fail to follow these application instructions exactly, you will not be considered as a participant.

• In one PDF please submit five (5) images of your best design work and a 100–150 word statement about yourself and why you should be considered as a Command X participant.
• The pdf must be titled with your name in this format: firstname.lastname.pdf
• Email your application to: commandx@aiga.org.

Deadline for applications is June 30, 2007.

Schedule

June 30: Deadline for entries
July 30: Contestant announcements. If you are selected to participate in Command X at the conference, we will provide you with a complimentary registration. Travel and accommodations are on your own.
September 28: Contestants receive first assignment to prepare in advance and bring to the conference. This will be the first project to evaluate and make the first cut on opening night.