Professional Programs

Throughout the year, ADC produces a wide range of programs on advertising, design, and interactive media for professionals, students, and others with a serious interest in visual communications. These programs support the ADC mission to inspire and celebrate creative excellence.

ADC is a self-funded 501c3 nonprofit organization working on behalf of its members. Our events and programs are the result of the collective energy of nearly 1,500 creative professionals worldwide, led by our President and Board of Directors. For over ninety years, ADC has enjoyed bringing together the most interesting creatives in Advertising, Design, Photography, Motion, Illustration, Interactive Media and all disciplines of creative communications. We invite you to join us as we continue on our mission to connect, educate and inspire.

ADC Annual Awards

The ADC Annual Awards is the oldest continuously running industry award show in the world. Now heading into its incredible 96th year, these Awards celebrate the very best in advertising, digital media, graphic and publication design, packaging, motion, photography and illustration, all with a focus on artistry and craftsmanship.

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ADC Young Guns

ADC Young Guns recognizes the vanguard of creative professionals 30 years of age and under. Founded in 1996, it has grown to become one of the most coveted awards for young creatives around the globe. For many, being named an ADC Young Gun is a sure sign of a skyrocketing career, as well as a source of validation for all of the stressful days and sleepless nights that have come with early successes.

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ADC Hall of Fame

Since 1971, the ADC Hall of Fame has recognized and honored innovators who represent the highest standards of creative excellence, and whose lifetime achievements have made significant contributions to visual communications.

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Let's Make the Industry 50/50 Initiative

Let’s Make the Industry 50/50 Initiative has the mission to effect drastic and measurable change as it pertains to the roles and participation of women within the creative industries. ADC believes it is time for all industry organizations and associations to set a goal of equal participation for women and men on award show juries, boards of directors, events and speaker lineups. The 50/50 Directory highlights the wealth of qualified women throughout all facets of the creative communications industries.

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Paper Expo

Every year, ADC hosts one of the premier paper and printing events in New York City. The ADC Paper Expo is an opportunity for practicing professionals to meet with leading paper manufacturers and printers. This event is best for those who buy paper and oversee professional printing, as they are able to collect the latest samples, connect with new resources, and, most importantly, get re-inspired by the art and craft of print design. (more…)

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