Memberships
Real-Life Experience is in Session
Calling ALL college students. Whether you're looking to become Buffalo's next big talent or start your career in a new city after graduation, AAF Buffalo gives students of all years the industry skills they need and exposure to some of the best pros in the business. Several AAF Buffalo student members have received scholarships and landed their first job through club events! This is more than an advertising club, this is the beginning of your career.
Membership Benefits
For Students
Member access to both student-only and professional x student events ranging from agency tours to portfolio workshops. If you add up all the member discounts, a membership pays for itself.
Access to entering the American Advertising Awards. You must be a member to enter work.
Opportunities for scholarships and internships.
Renewals and new members are now being accepted for the 2025-2026 club year which runs from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026. For any questions about membership, please don’t hesitate to contact us at membership@aafbuffalo.com.
Student Events
Connecting with other creative students? That’s AAF AF. Come meet other college students studying design, writing, video, business, art and more! Our student events are designed to spark ideas, build your network and help you level up for the professional world. You don’t have to be a member (unless noted), but AAF student members get discounted tickets and insider perks.
We can’t wait to see you there. And keep checking back. There’s always something new coming your way.
Education Chair
Kayleigh Chrysafides heads up our student programming. A creative associate by day, Kayleigh brings ideas to life through graphic design, animation and motion graphics. By night, she serves as an adjunct instructor at Villa Maria College and the driving force behind all our student opportunities.
Whether you’re a professor looking to get your school involved or a student seeking additional resources, Kayleigh can be found at education@aafbuffalo.com.
Become an AAF Buffalo Member
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When you become a member of AAF Buffalo, you receive special discounts on all events throughout the season. Plus, "AAF Buffalo Member" looks pretty impressive on a resume.
When you become a member of AAF Buffalo, you receive special discounts on all events throughout the season. Plus, "AAF Buffalo Member" looks pretty impressive on a resume.