How to participate

To join the webcast on March 13, click on the following link: http://my-aiga.adobeconnect.com/board/

You can enter the meeting room using your Adobe Connect login email address and password (if you have one) or you can enter the room as a guest. You may be prompted to install an Adobe Connect Add-in, a two-minute process.

The meeting room will open at 2:00 p.m. ET/11:00 a.m. PT. Once the meeting begins, you will be in listen-only mode. Your audio will be connected through the speakers on your computer so make sure they are turned on! Type your questions into the Q&A pod located on the right side of your screen.

To minimize audio and video interference during the presentation:

• A wired, ethernet connection is recommended
• Make sure all other applications using the internet are closed on your computer
• To the best of your ability, join the webcast in a quiet environment
• If you are joining from an office, request minimal server activity during the webcast

This webcast is part of the “AIGA Voices” series, which offers diverse and thoughtful presentations by influential designers.
  
This year AIGA welcomes Allan Peters, associate creative director for Target, as the new ambassador for AIGA’s INitiative program. Allan kicks off his involvement in the program by sharing 10 tips for in-house designers. From seeking out a mentor to knowing that you’re good enough to get another job, he’ll offer words of wisdom and encouragement learned while working for one of the largest internal creative studios in the country. 

 Allan Peters is a designer from Minneapolis, Minnesota. After graduating from the College of Visual Arts, he worked for three small graphic design shops where he honed his design style. Next, he shifted his career and took a job at BBDO, the most-awarded ad agency in the world, where he learned the art of advertising. Allan is currently an associate creative director at Target’s in-house studio. While at Target, he rebranded the company’s core brand imagery and designed the iconic Threshold logo, which was the cornerstone of the largest rebrand in Target’s history. His work has been recognized by every major design publication, and Graphic Design USA named him a person to watch in 2013. Allan authors the most influential design blog in the Midwest; it reaches more than 100,000 page views per month.

About INitiative

More than half of all professional designers in the United States are employed full-time by corporations and organizations. To address the unique opportunities and challenges faced by this in-house community, AIGA has partnered with The Creative Group (TCG) to form INitiative, a program to help in-house designers make a greater impact at their companies, evolve professionally and connect with a broader network of peers. INitiative delivers inspiration, advice and insights via online channels and in-person events.

Presenting sponsor

The Creative Group (TCG) specializes in placing highly skilled interactive, design, marketing, advertising and public relations professionals with a variety of firms on a project and full-time basis. TCG offers ongoing information and resources to help creative professionals and companies keep up with ongoing changes in the industry, including INitiative’s Career Cues. Learn more at creativegroup.com.