American Advertising Federation Houston

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:51:41 GMT

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon
Start Date: 19-Nov-08 11:30 AM
End Time: 19-Nov-08 1:00 PM
Location: Junior League of Houston, Houston, TX 77027
Speaker: Evan Harrison, President- Online Music: Clear Channel

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oaks Ln

Houston, TX 77027

18th Annual Houston Media Classic

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 04:06:05 GMT

18th Annual Houston Media Classic
Start Date: 13-Nov-08 10:00 AM
End Time: 13-Nov-08 6:30 PM
Location: Cypresswood Golf Club, Spring, TX 77373
Speaker:

Event Details:

18th Annual Houston Media Classic

Mark your calendars for this annual event.

The 18th Annual Houston Media Classic well be held on Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Cypresswood Golf Club. The Houston media community, through the Media Classic, has a very proud history of donating over $235,000 over the past 18 years to the Houston Food Bank, The Dream Fund and The Advertising Education Foundation of Houston.

If you would like more information on the tournament or how you can contribute please contact
Gary Evans at gary.evans@cumulus.com
click here to go to www.houstonmediaclassic.org

Cypresswood Golf Club

21602 Cypresswood Drive

Spring, TX 77373

2008 AAF-Houston Trailblazer Gala Honoring Walter E. Johnson

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:07:42 GMT

2008 AAF-Houston Trailblazer Gala Honoring Walter E. Johnson
Start Date: 17-Oct-08 7:00 AM
End Time: 17-Oct-08 11:00 PM
Location: Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston, TX 77030
Speaker:

Event Details:

The American Advertising Federation-Houston is thrilled to present Walter Johnson with the 2008 Trailblazer Award. The Gala honoring Mr. Johnson, Founder and Chairman of Amegy Bank of Texas and great contributor of Texas business, will be held on Friday, September 26, 2008 at the Houston Museum of Natural Science at 7:00 pm

Houston Museum of Natural Science

One Hermann Circle Drive

Houston, TX 77030

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon

Tue, 27 May 2008 19:25:23 GMT

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon
Start Date: 15-Oct-08 11:30 AM
End Time: 15-Oct-08 1:00 PM
Location: Junior League of Houston, Houston, TX 77027
Speaker: Stan Richards of the Richards Group and Harry Jacobs of The Martin Agency

Event Details:

It isn't often that industry titans have time to answer your questions - but Stan Richards/The Richards Group and Harry Jacobs/The Martin Agency are making time for you Wednesday October 15. You're invited to submit questions regarding anything to do with the advertising industry, past, present or future. Questions can come from any advertising department, clients, students, marketing departments, etc. Please email them to Allison Bond at: alliebnd@aol.com.

This compelling Q&A forum will be moderated by Melissa Stevens, President of FKM/Houston.

Stan Richards is the founder of the Dallas based Richards Group which is the only agency who has be named "Agency of the Year" four times by Adweek magazine. The agency's work for Motel 6, Chick-fil-A, Corona and Home Depot are just a few of their notable successes. www.richards.com

Harry Jacobs is the chairman of the Martin Agency which was named one of Advertising Age's top five agencies of the year due to its influential campaigns for major brands including Geico, Wal-Mart and Coca Cola. www.martinagency.com

Thanks so much! Shout w/ questions -

Allison

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oaks Ln

Houston, TX 77027

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:33:23 GMT

Start Date: 18-Mar-09 11:30 AM
End Time: 18-Mar-09 1:00 PM

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oaks Ln

Houston, TX 77027

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:33:23 GMT

Start Date: 18-Feb-09 11:30 AM
End Time: 18-Feb-09 1:00 PM

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oaks Ln

Houston, TX 77027

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:33:23 GMT

Start Date: 21-Jan-09 11:30 AM
End Time: 21-Jan-09 1:00 PM

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oaks Ln

Houston, TX 77027

AAF-Houston/Ad2 Networking and Social Mixer

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:47:02 GMT

Start Date: 24-Dec-08 5:30 PM
End Time: 24-Dec-08 8:00 PM

AAF Houston Monthly Luncheon

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:33:23 GMT

Start Date: 17-Dec-08 11:30 AM
End Time: 17-Dec-08 1:00 PM

Junior League of Houston

1811 Briar Oaks Ln

Houston, TX 77027

AAF-Houston/Ad2 Networking and Social Mixer

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:47:02 GMT

Start Date: 26-Nov-08 5:30 PM
End Time: 26-Nov-08 8:00 PM

AAF-Houston/Ad2 Networking and Social Mixer

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 16:47:02 GMT

Start Date: 22-Oct-08 5:30 PM
End Time: 22-Oct-08 8:00 PM

A Trip Down Memory Lane - Past Recipients of the Traiblazer Award

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

The American Advertising Foundation-Houston will be presenting the 2008 Trailblazer award to Walter E. Johnson on Friday, October 17^th. With the newly rescheduled Trailblazer Gala approaching, it seems fitting to reflect upon some of the past recipients of this prestigious AAF-Houston award.

In 2007, a man who led Houston’s attempt to host the 2012 Summer Olympics was recognized by AAF-Houston. George A. DeMontrond, president of DeMontrond Automotive Group, was chairman of the Houston 2012 Foundation and he also served on the Super Bowl XXXVIII Host Committee Board. DeMontrond is also a board member of Metro, Houston Grand Opera, the Mental Health Association of Houston and is a lifetime vice president of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Since the establishment of the Trailblazer award in 1997, only one winner has been an entire business entity. H-E-B was recognized in 2006 for its collective efforts in improving Houston and its continuous faith in the city. H-E-B has a long history of contributing to various charities and is committed to its involvement in the community. It is one of the largest independently owned retailers in the country.

Tilman Fertitta is a native Texan who is the CEO of one of the largest dining and entertainment companies in the country. Fertitta is the founder of Landry’s Restaurants that includes, among various others, Joe’s Crab Shack, Cadillac Bar and Saltgrass Steakhouse. The company employs more than 30,000 people nationwide.

Fertitta was recognized in1998 for the creative design of the Kemah boardwalk that transformed the Clear Lake beach side community into the most popular tourist attraction in the Houston area. With the opening of the Downtown Aquarium, Landry’s solidified itself as a pivotal player in the revitalization of Downtown Houston. The innovative restaurant fused cuisine and family entertainment in the heart of downtown’s urban setting. Landry’s also invested in downtown’s rebirth with the baseball themed boutique hotel Inn at the Ballpark, just moments away from Minute Maid Park.

Along with being active in the local political scene, Fertitta serves on various boards including Boy Scouts of America and the Museum of Fine Arts. His dedication to the city of Houston is why Tilman Fertitta was the 2005 Trailblazer award winner.

In 2004, John Nau III became the eighth recipient of the highly coveted AAF-Houston award. Nau is the CEO of the nation’s largest Anheuser-Busch distributor. With more than 700 employees and offices in the greater Houston area, Silver Eagle Distributors is the number one beer distributor in the city.

Nau has a long history of philanthropic and civic involvement in Houston. Among many others, he has served on the boards of The Greater Houston Preservation Alliance Advisory, the Good Samaritan Foundation, and the Greater Houston Partnership. He also served a four year term as chairman of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. That position was appointed to him by President George W. Bush.

In Houston, almost everyone knows “Mattress Mack.” Jim McIngvale, owner of Gallery Furniture, has built himself into a local icon of sorts. His story embodies the American dream. In 1981, the newly wed McIngvales moved to Houston with $5000 and a dream. Today, not only is Gallery Furniture one of the most successful businesses in Houston, but it is one of the biggest and most successful furniture stores in the nation.

McIngvale has given much back to the community where he has realized his dream. He frequently furnishes homes of those in need. He also speaks to the youth in area schools and helps to furnish teachers’ lounges as well. He has given generously to the scholarship program held by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. His own daughter started an organization called Peace of Mind for fellow sufferers of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; she was diagnosed as a teenager. In 2007, the McIngvales helped to bring the OCD Foundation’s National Conference to Houston and also provided financial assistance for over 500 attendees that were comprised of mental health professionals, educators and OCD sufferers. In 2003, the AAF-H was pleased to honor Jim McIngvale with the Trailblazer award in recognition for all he has done for the city of Houston.

29-Sep-08 9:00 AM

Lopez Negrete Named Agency Executive of the Year

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Alex Lopez Negrete was honored by his peers in receiving the 2008 HispanicAd.com "Agency Executive of the Year'" award at the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies conference in Los Angeles, CA on Thursday, September 11, 2008. Alex joins the HispanicAd.com Hall of Fame and shares the prestigious advertising award with some of the most nationally respected leaders in the industry.

Here's to everyone who voted for Alex López Negrete for HispanicAd.com's "Agency Executive of the Year." Thank you for helping bring this much-deserved honor to a true Houstonian. So raise your glass to yourself and everyone who voted for Alex. And let's continue to join forces to recognize and honor advertising and creative achievements in our community.

25-Sep-08 3:00 PM

Dream Fund Helping The Media/Communications Field After IKE

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:00:00 GMT

DREAM FUND NOW IN HOUSTON

No matter how creative you are, it is difficult to imagine the curves life can sometimes throw your way. Illness, tragic loss and other life-altering events can destroy a person's ability to handle their troubles alone. That's why DREAM Fund exists - to help people in the communications industry when the truly unimaginable strikes.

DREAM Fund is a nonprofit foundation and the support link serving the advertising, public relations and media communities throughout the Southwest. The mission of the fund is to aid colleagues in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas and Louisiana facing an unexpected medical emergency or life crisis and in need of emotional support and financial assistance.

Since 1991, DREAM Fund has gifted hundreds of thousands of dollars to individuals facing such hardships. We are here to serve people.

Bad things do happen to good people, but great things happen when people pull together and dare to DREAM. Teamwork makes the DREAM work!

For more information contact: Denise Janowski at (713) 591-5019 or email at: denise.janowski@foxsports.net. Additional information about the DREAM Fund is available at http://www.dreamfund.org/.

24-Sep-08 2:00 PM

Dave Henry Joins TVP

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Texas Video and Post announced today that Dave Henry has joined the company as Director of Sales and Marketing.

“Dave is a dynamic and experienced video pro,” said TVP President Jack Hattingh. “His presence here adds tremendous depth to our roster of talent.”

Henry will have responsibility for branding, marketing and research, along with producing and directing for corporate clients and ad agencies.
He is currently Chairman of the American Advertising Federation of Houston, and a 25-year veteran of television and video production.

“Dave’s career as a journalist, entrepreneur and community leader uniquely qualify him for the job,” added Hattingh.

“TVP is already the market leader here,” said Henry. “And our intention is to get stronger; to serve more customers in Houston and look for opportunities beyond.”

Henry is a native Houstonian, with a degree from Trinity University in San Antonio, majoring in Broadcast Journalism and Political. He studied film as a Rotary Scholar at the University of Glasgow in Scotland.

Texas Video and Post is the largest and most experienced production and post-production company in Houston, for over 21 years creating informative and effective marketing campaigns, television commercials, safety programs, and training videos for a variety of clients. TEST

11-Sep-08 11:00 AM

Joe Fournet Headlines September Meeting of AAF-Oklahoma City

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Sugar Land, TX -- Joe Fournet, Owner/Creative Director of Ideas & MORE is headlining the September professional development meeting of the Oklahoma City chapter of the American Advertising Federation.

Mr. Fournet was invited to address the club about the importance of the idea and how creativity plays a role in small business marketing. " No matter the size of one's budget or what it is a company is selling to the public, creativity plays a vital role in getting the consumer's attention," observes Fournet.

"Even more important," he emphasizes, "is the idea and how best to convey it in a convincing manner. That's a challenge for big business and an even greater one for small business."

Joe will also be presenting some techniques on idea generation and creativity to the Ft. Smith, Arkansas chapter of AAF during the third week of September.

Joe is a 30 year veteran in the advertising and marketing industry and currently serves on the Executive Committee of the AAF-Houston Board of Directors as Secretary and as a board member.

10-Sep-08 9:00 PM

AAF-Houston to Honor Walter E. Johnson at Trailblazer Gala

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Each year the Trailblazer Award is given to an outstanding Houston business professional who exemplifies the "Made in Houston" spirit and has built companies and organizations through effective communications and responsible corporate citizenship.

As the Founder and Chairman of Amegy Bank of Texas, formerly Southwest Bank of Texas, Walter Johnson has been a long time champion for change and progress for the city of Houston. For decades, Mr. Johnson has made a profound impact on the Texas banking community- providing thousands of job opportunities across the state and creating relationship banking for many loyal clients.

Mr. Johnson has successfully marketed his business by using the local talents of Houston's advertising and marketing community. Philanthropic efforts are also important to Mr. Johnson. Considered a man with a heart of gold, his charitable commitment to our community is unwavering. AAF-Houston is pleased to give him their highest honor.

Proceeds from this black tie event will support the work of AAF-Houston, including educational support for local students seeking a career in advertising and marketing.

UPDATE:

Due to complications from the storm, we have decided to reschedule the Trailblazer Gala for Friday, October 17th at the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

Biography of Walter E. Johnson

25-Aug-08 10:00 AM

Bill Courtney Elected to AAF Board of Directors

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT

The American Advertising Federation announced that AAF-Houston past president, Bill Courtney, had been elected to the national AAF Board of Directors representing Houston and Division 2 clubs across the country. The announcement was made at the AAF National Conference 2008 in Atlanta.

Also, elected as chairman of AAF is Murray Gaylord of the New York Times.com and Vice Chairman, Frank Cooper of Pepsi-Cola North America.

Bill has been a long time member of AAF-Houston serving as president in 2000. He is currently serving his third year as chairman of the Advertising Education Foundation of Houston, which enjoyed one of its best years ever in 2008 by awarding $12,000 in scholarships from five endowed funds to seven outstanding students attending five different universities. The awards included the first Lopez Negrete Hispanic Marketing Education Scholarship. Through Mr. Courtney’s direction and passion, and the hard work of the AEFH Board of Directors, the foundation experienced a record breaking year that has seen the total fund balance rise to nearly $240,000.

Shown left to right, Jay Janecek, Chair AAFH; Liang Shi; Tory Tompkins; Robin Wells; Sebastian Reeve; Tricia Rosetty; Bill Courtney, Chair AEFH. Not pictured are Cara Forsythe and Nicole Thomas.

A career advertising professional, Bill is currently the Director of Advertising and Marketing Communications for Hewlett-Packard’s Personal Systems Group Americas. Prior to the merger with HP in 2002, he was Director of North America Advertising and Marketing Communications at Compaq Computer Corporation. Bill’s experience before joining HP/Compaq includes advertising and marketing management positions at McCann-Erickson, BMC Software, Acuson Corporation/Siemens Medical and General Electric Company.

18-Jul-08 11:00 AM

Emergency Preparedness for Houstonians a Top Priority as Ready Houston Texas Campaign Launches

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Ad Council’s Houston Leadership Committee Coordinates

Collaborative Media Support on Behalf of Local Ready Effort

HOUSTON, June 6, 2008 – With less than half of all American households prepared for an emergency, local authorities will launch Ready Houston Texas, an emergency preparedness campaign with the help of Mayor Bill White, Judge Ed Emmett, Judge Robert E. Herbert, Judge Alan B. Sadler and Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff at Houston TranStar on June 6.

Utilizing the Ad Council’s national Ready campaign creative localized for the Ready Houston Texas effort, new PSAs – launched in partnership with the City of Houston and regional emergency management offices – seek to encourage more Houston-area families to prepare for emergencies. The campaign is being supported by area-wide media and the Ad Council’s Houston Leadership Committee, made up of local advertising and media executives. The Ad Council is the country’s leading producer of public service advertisements (PSAs).

A media “roadblock” of Ready Houston Texas Emergency Preparedness PSAs – in English and Spanish – will drive viewers and listeners to a new website, www.readyhoustontx.gov, beginning on June 6. The roadblock will simultaneously utilize television, radio, print, outdoor and online advertising via banners and streaming video – thanks to Houston-area media executives who have donated ad units through July 4.

Once at the readyhoustontx.gov site, visitors will learn how to get ready for all kinds of emergencies, and how best to respond.

“The lack of households prepared for any emergency remains a serious problem in our region,” explains Sondra Hawkins, Managing Director of the Ad Council’s Southwestern Regional office. “On behalf of the Ad Council and our local Houston Leadership Committee, we are grateful to all of the media outlets in our community that will be donating their valuable inventory for this effort. Just by following a few simple steps, Houstonians can greatly improve their chances to cope with an emergency.”

Despite the success of the national Ready Campaign since its launch in 2003, a national survey conducted by the Ad Council last August found that only 54% of Americans are primed for emergencies, though that number is increasing annually.

The Ready Houston Texas campaign intends to drive awareness for three simple yet fundamental steps to get families prepared for the unexpected by 1.) Stocking an

emergency supply kit, 2.) Making a family emergency plan, and 3.) Keeping informed about different emergencies that can occur, and how to respond appropriately.

“It seems like a simple idea, but an emergency readiness campaign can go a long way toward getting Houstonians ready to save lives,” says Melissa Stevens, president of independent advertising agency FKM-Houston and a member of the Ad Council’s Houston Leadership Committee, made up of regional media and advertising executives. “FKM has created crisis management programs for several clients so that they can continue to operate effectively and safely during an emergency. The Ad Council campaign gives us the opportunity to help encourage families and individuals to get ready for emergencies.”

The www.readyhoustontx.gov site will go live June 6 when the campaign is announced with Mayor White and Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff, whose “Ready” campaign is the foundation of this local Houston effort.

The Advertising Council

The Ad Council (www.adcouncil.org) is a private, non-profit organization that marshals talent from the advertising and communications industries, the facilities of the media, and the resources of the business and non-profit communities to produce, distribute and promote public service campaigns on behalf of non-profit organizations and government agencies in issue areas such as improving the quality of life for children, preventive health, education, community well-being, environmental preservation and strengthening families.

The Houston Leadership Committee of the Ad Council is made up of executives from CBS Radio-Houston, KPRC-TV, KXLN-TV / KFTH-TV, Lopez Negrete Communications and FKM. Other markets with Ad Council Leadership Committees include Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Detroit, Atlanta, Miami, Tampa, Washington D.C., Boston, Philadelphia and Dallas. Issues addressed through localized strategies in these markets have included emergency preparedness, childhood obesity prevention, foreclosure prevention and high school dropout prevention.

For more information, please contact Ellyn Fisher at (212)984-1964.

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20-Jun-08 10:00 AM

18th Annual Houston Media Classic

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Mark your calendars for the 18th annual Houston Media Classic. It will be held at the Cypresswood Golf Club on Thursday November 13, 2008.

The Houston Media Classic will host over 150 media professionals this year. They work in television and radio, newspaper, magazines and billboard, and they come to Houston from all over Texas to entertain their clients and have a "hole" lot of fun! What makes the HMC so unique is our hole sponsors. On every hole there is something going on - contests, giveaways, food, drink - you never know what's coming next! It is simply the best time you will ever have on a golf course!

The Houston media community, through the Media Classic, has a very proud history of donating over $235,000 over the past 18 years to the Houston Food Bank, The Dream Fund and The Advertising Education Foundation of Houston.

If you would like more information on the tournament or how you can contribute please contact:

Gary Evans at gary.evans@cumulus.com
www.houstonmediaclassic.org

5-Jun-08 11:00 AM

VALENTI LEGACY TO BE HONORED WITH RENAMING OF UH SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Tue, 13 May 2008 16:00:00 GMT

VALENTI LEGACY TO BE HONORED WITH RENAMING OF UH SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION
Former Presidential Adviser, Head of MPAA Jack Valenti Had Longstanding Ties with University

HOUSTON, April 25, 2008 – The School of Communication at the University of Houston will be named to honor the late Jack Valenti, adviser to President Lyndon Johnson and head of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for nearly four decades. Valenti, who died last year at the age of 85, was born and raised in Houston and was a graduate of the University of Houston (1946).

Plans to change the name to the Jack J. Valenti School of Communication were announced today at the school’s annual scholarship banquet.
    “This is an important step to acknowledge Valenti’s longstanding association with the University of Houston and the city of Houston,” said Welcome W. Wilson Sr., chairman of the UH System Board of Regents. Wilson was both a longtime friend and former business partner of Valenti’s. “Jack was the greatest communicator that I have ever known,” Wilson said.

Valenti attended the University of Houston during the 1940s, working at Humble Oil during the day and pursuing his degree in business administration by taking evening classes. His enrollment was interrupted by World War II, during which he served as a B-25 pilot, but he returned to graduate in 1946. At UH, he worked on The Daily Cougar student newspaper and served as president of the Student Association and as vice chairman of Frontier Fiesta committee.

Following graduation, Valenti headed the UH alumni organization and was appointed to the first Board of Regents when UH became a state university in 1963. He was honored by UH with its Distinguished Alumnus Award in 1952 and with an honorary doctorate in 2002.

In his memoir This Time, This Place, Valenti wrote, “The day I enrolled in the University of Houston was the most exalted day of my life ... If there had been no UH, I don’t know what turn my life would have taken.”

In 1963, Valenti went to Washington, D.C., to work as a special assistant to President Johnson during the turbulent Vietnam era. He became head of the MPAA in 1966 and held that powerful position for 38 years. He was widely applauded as a commanding public speaker and a skilled lobbyist on behalf of the film industry’s interests.

“Jack always seemed to know what to say and the best way to say it,” Wilson said. “What, then, could be a better description of communications?”
Valenti was the author of five books, numerous essays and articles in premier newspapers and magazines, and nearly a decade’s worth of Saturday columns for the Houston Post. Valenti earned an MBA from the Harvard Business School in 1948 and co-founded the highly successful public relations and advertising executive firm Weekley & Valenti in 1952.
Members of Valenti’s family attended the event, including his widow, Mary Margaret, his son John, his daughter Alexandra and his sister Lorraine.
Valenti’s desk, professional library and copies of all his speeches are being donated to the school.

The renaming of the school is subject to formal approval by the UH System Board of Regents.
“As we improve the school’s infrastructure and expand its scholarship opportunities, I am confident that it will achieve the level of excellence and national recognition with which the Valenti name is synonymous,” said Beth Olson, director of the School of Communication.
“Renaming the school in honor of Jack Valenti will serve as an inspiration to generations of students as they follow their own path to success,” said John Antel, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.

UH’s School of Communication offers undergraduate and graduate degrees focusing on a wide range of communication studies. Bachelor’s concentrations focus on public relations, advertising, journalism, corporate communication, media studies, media production and interpersonal communication. Master’s concentrations are in public relations studies, speech communication and mass communication studies. Curriculum is taught by the school’s acclaimed faculty, including media veterans and award-winning scholars and researchers. Among the school’s esteemed alumni are CBS sportscaster Jim Nantz, former White House press secretary Peter Roussel, former ABC News reporter Tom Jarriel, filmmaker Walter Coblenz, sports journalist and author Mickey Herskowitz, Houston Rockets broadcaster Bill Worrell and Houston KPRC-TV, Channel 2, anchor Dominique Sacshe.
For additional information, please see HYPERLINK "http://www.class.uh.edu/comm/" http://www.class.uh.edu/comm/ .

For more information about UH, visit the university’s Newsroom at HYPERLINK "http://www.uh.edu/newsroom" www.uh.edu/newsroom

13-May-08 11:00 AM

Help the AAF Collect 5,000 New Books for Children

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 21:00:00 GMT

October 27 - November 18 In the spirit of its commitment to education, the American Advertising Federation will hold a three-week nationwide book drive to promote literacy among disadvantaged children and youth. The drive will be held in conjunction with the Books for Kids Foundation. The new public service project demonstrates the advertising industry's comprehensive understanding of corporate responsibility and the value and vital importance of education. Visit www.aaf.org/books for more information. The AAF is asking members from its college chapters, club and corporate organizations and companies to donate new children's books in the category of kindergarten through third grade. Books in Spanish are also encouraged. The AAF's goal is 5,000 new books to be collected from October 27 to November 18, 2008. Donations will be accepted from either individual AAF members or as part of a group donation from a club, college chapter or member company. Find out how to...

Hurricane Ike Assistance

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Hurricane Ike Assistance
DREAM Fund is responding to colleagues affected by the devastation of Hurricane Ike by making funds available for short-term needs. You can apply for assistance online at http://www.dreamfund.org/needs.aspx. Donations can be made online at https://secure.groundspring.org/dn/index.php?aid=12614

GHp Marketing Excellence Luncheon

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Postponed Due to Hurricane Ike. The Greater Houston Partnership and its Professional Services Committee has scheduled an excellent luncheon program on marketing with small budgets. This should provide a very good opportunity to network with small business Partnership members. A registration link is provided below. Fourth Annual Marketing Excellence Luncheon Please join us for the Fourth Annual Marketing Excellence Luncheon, SPEAK LOUD: small budget. Learn how to reach buyers through tips, tools and techniques that reflect the cutting edge of communication through innovative marketing. The luncheon will include a presentation on creative marketing tactics for reaching buyers, highlight award winning marketing ideas as well as share successful marketing campaigns from several local firms. Hear from keynote speakers Charles Bedard and Garry Meier with The Ephor Group. Based on the work of...

Lopez Negrete Communications Create HIispanic Marketing FUND FOR INDUSTRY'S FUTURE LEADERS

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Leading Latino Marketing Agency Partners with American Advertising Federation – Houston to Create Scholarship Fund HOUSTON – (March 20, 2008) – Lopez Negrete Communications, the second largest independent, Hispanic owned and operated, full-service agency, specializing in Hispanic marketing, is proud to announce the establishment of an annual scholarship to benefit students interested specifically in Hispanic marketing or advertising. The Lopez Negrete Hispanic Marketing Education Fund could only be made possible with the help of the Advertising Education Foundation of Houston (AEFH), the charitable foundation of the American Advertising Federation - Houston (AAF-Houston). Cathy and I established the Lopez Negrete Hispanic Marketing Education Fund to fuel and protect the future of our industry, said Alex López Negrete, president and CEO of Lopez Negrete Communications. The greatest legacy we can leave behind is that of providing opportunity for the enrichment and training...

Coalition Of Advertising, Media Leaders Announce Plans To Accelerate University Of Houston Program

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Atlantic Pacific Media Promotes Crystal Land to Director of Sales and Marketing

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 15:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TEXAS (July 31, 2007) Atlantic Pacific Media, Houston’s complete multimedia services provider, today announced the promotion of Crystal Land to Director of Sales and Marketing. She will have the primary responsibility of creating and implementing marketing campaigns in the Houston facility as well as the other five facilities across the U.S. Ms. Land joined Atlantic Pacific Media as part of the acquisition of the Houston Allied Vaughn facility in February of 2006. She quickly rose from Customer Service Representative to Sales Representative. “Crystal has shown exceptional ability to deal with a changing media market. Her demonstrated marketing vision will keep Atlantic Pacific Media at the forefront of Houston media companies,” said Karl Renwanz, President. Ms. Land received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Advertising from the University of Houston in May of 2004 with minors in Spanish and Psychology. She is currently a member of the American...

Freed Advertising Wins Award for TV Spot

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 04 May 2006 19:00:00 GMT

Freed Advertising, L.P. was awarded a PRISM for Best TV Commercial by the Greater Houston Builders Association for “Kid Stuff”, a television spot created for client Sienna Plantation, one of the Houston area’s largest master-planned communities. The fun and fast-moving spot features several children, who are residents, touting the lifestyle benefits of the community. The spot shows the children shouting the famous real estate axiom, “Location! Location! Location!” as they enthusiastically talk about Sienna’s water park, golf course, parks and schools.

Freed Advertising is a Sugar Land, Texas-based advertising agency with clients in the real estate, automotive, home products, banking and other retail and business-to-business industries. The agency, one of Houston's top ten, has won numerous awards in its 21-year history including an ADDY for a 2005 Super Bowl spot for client, Silestone.

CONTACT: Mandy de León, 281-240-4949

www.freedadvertising.com

Account Executive/Copywriter

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Account Executive/Copywriter Description: We want it all. Do you have terrific account management skills and a desire to build lasting and productive client relationships? Do you also possess a love of language and the ability to translate strategy into inspiring creative? TPRB Advertising is looking for an Account Executive/Copywriter to handle various accounts in our growing roster of national clients in a variety of areas including financial services & retail energy delivery. Your duties in your role as an account executive would include direct client contact; becoming familiar with the nature of clients' products, business culture and competition; acting as client liaison to the TPRB creative team; general project management; budgets and invoicing; and regular meetings, emails and phone calls with clients. In your role as a copywriter, your duties would include meeting with account management to discuss client requirements and product background; brainstorming ideas...

Account Executive

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Account Executive Description: Belo owned KHOU-TV in Houston, TX, has an immediate opportunity for a Super-Star sales professional to join a winning team. Required Experience: Candidate must have at least 3 years media sales experience and a proven track record in new business development and internet sales. History of exceptional client service and creativity is essential. For consideration, please submit resume to jobs@khou.com or mail to KHOU-TV, Attention: Human Resources-AE, 1945 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019, or fax 713-284-8818. No phone calls please. Education Required: B.A. or B.S. preferred. Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time Position reports to: Local Sales Manager Contact info: Human Resources (Add to Contacts) Contact by Email please. (713) 521-4305 Fax (713) 284-8818 ); document.write(jobs); document.write(@); document.write(khou.com); document.write(); // end hiding contents --> KHOU-TV 1945 Allen Parkway Houston, TX 77019 US ...

KTRH (Partime) Board Operator

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: KTRH (Partime) Board Operator
Description: Newsradio 740 KTRH is in search of our next part-time Board Operator. Applicants must be able to multi-task, handle several different show hosts and elements – and make the station sound great. Working knowledge of digital audio systems a real plus. Send resume to Bryan Erickson, 2000 West Loop South #300 Houston, TX 77027; fax to 713-212-8957 or email bryanerickson@clearchannel.com No calls please. EOE. Required Experience:
Education Required:
Planned Duration of Employment: Part Time

Contact info:

Bryan Erickson (Add to Contacts)
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Clear Channel Radio

KPRC-AM PART-TIME BOARD OP

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: KPRC-AM PART-TIME BOARD OP
Description:

KPRC-AM is looking for its next part-time Board Operator. This is a part-time position. Applicants must be able to multi-task and handle several different show host and elements-and make the station sound great.

Knowledge of digital audio systems a real plus. Great entry level opportunity or a way to supplement income

Please email resume to Ramon Robles ramonrobles@clearchannel.com No phone calls please. EOE.

Required Experience:
Education Required:
Planned Duration of Employment: Part Time

Contact info:

ramonrobles@clearchannel.com (Add to Contacts)
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Clear Channel Radio

Online Reporting Analyst

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Online Reporting Analyst Description: Summary The Online Reporting Analyst will be responsible for supporting business cases and maximizing the understanding of online activities across the organization The Online Reporting Analyst will analyze ad view activity, trends, and projections. The candidate must have expertise manipulating, analyzing and reporting on large data sets using a multitude of disparate data sources and tools. This candidate will serve as subject matter expert on all reporting systems, tools and databases utilized by the department. Requirements for the position include experience reporting and analyzing online advertising media or experience in a comparable analytics role. Qualified candidate must be able to deliver on multiple projects over multiple timelines with flawless customer–centric focus. The candidate will demonstrate a combination of business and technical acumen with proven written, verbal and analytical communication skills required. ...

Account Executive - Exhibit House

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Account Executive - Exhibit House Description: Join our fast-paced team and see the world. You are used to working hard and are an overachiever. The thrill of making a pitch and closing a sale is the same as at agencies. We surround you with a great team from designers to account managers to keep the paper work flowing and allow you to sell more. We are an Inc5000 Fastest Growing Company and Div200 Largest Women Owned Business so we stay busy and are focused on growing our team and our business. We are looking for the right professional that is not afraid to pursue leads, establish long-term relationships, and CLOSE SALES. This is a sales job make no mistake. But if you are successful, you could be travelling with clients to both domestic and international venues. Convince me why you are the best individual for joining our team. Required Experience: Must have a minimum of two years experience with B-to-B sales in marketing or advertising. This Job Requires the...

Art Directors

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Art Directors Description: We are seeking two creative and organized Art Directors to help us better serve our expanding businesses which include recruitment advertising, general marketing & communications and online media. Successful candidates will be responsible for establishing conceptual and stylistic design for a variety of client projects. Some of your time may be spent producing and sending print ads to the media. While a larger part of your time may be spent creating ad designs, ad templates, flyers, brochures, direct mail cards, e-cards, banners, website designs and whatever else comes along. If your experience includes online media we will definitely have a role for you in our new advertising technology platform currently under development and nearing launch. These are full-time salaried positions with benefits. Beyond your talent and technical skills is your ability to work well with others, stay energized and enthusiastic and contribute something tangible to...

Executive Sales Assistant

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Executive Sales Assistant Description: · Are you the go-to person on your team that gets things done no matter what’s on your plate?· Are you a stickler for detail?· Are you looking for an opportunity to earn extra money for exceeding expectations?· Do you thrive in a high accountability environment? If you answered yes to all of the questions above, we want to talk to you about becoming part of a fast-paced job in the media and entertainment industry. Clear Channel Houston is looking for candidates like you to be our next Executive Sales Assistant.You primary role will be to support our most productive sales professionals and help them maximize revenue opportunities by assisting with administrative tasks like order entry and management, collection of payment, setting appointments with clients and facilitating internal communications. You will also assist with the preparation of sales proposals, perform research and support key sales and promotional events....

Preflight/Production Assistant

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Title: Preflight/Production Assistant Description: Send and follow up on print proofs requested by clients. Proof and edit materials for design consistency and compliance with client standards. Conduct quality control inspections to ensure quality of final printed material. Coordinate workflow to ensure that all deadlines are met. Interface with vendors and clients as needed. Additional production duties, including, but not limited to: duplication, scanning, labeling, printing and packaging. Required Experience: Experience in a pre-flight environment is preferred. This Job Requires the Follow Skills: High attention to detail, including color match, proofing, grammar and spelling. Working knowledge of the print industry, both offset and digital. Understanding of graphic layout and typography. Well organized with the ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines. Must be an outgoing, team player with the ability to work in an unstructured, group atmosphere. Education...

Search Engine Marketer

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:27:43 GMT

Title: Search Engine Marketer Description: The Schipul Search Engine Marketing team seeks a motivated individual who desires to grow our search engine marketing (SEM) and search engine optimization (SEO) team and provide PHENOMONAL service to our great clients. Our team incorporates SEO tactics with Web marketing tools and techniques to help increase our clients' sales online. We are looking for smart, passionate and ethical applicants with solid leadership potential. Responsibilities include: Help build inbound links for clients Optimize client Web sites for search engines Manage paid placement advertising in the search engines Create keyword spreadsheets through industry research of niche focused terms an competitive research for other terms Advise clients on creating unique Web site content Analyze website traffic and provide well informed optimization strategies for search engine improvement that increases the rank of natural search ...

Copywriter

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Copywriter Experience:

Marion, Montgomery Inc, PR Intern (Fall 2008): Currently aid in research, development and execution of marketing and PR materials for Military One Source.

LatinWorks, Creative Intern (Spring 2008): Worked on creative campaigns for Bud Light, ESPN Deportes, MyBatanaga, and Domino’s Pizza. Created the concept for an anti-drunk driving campaign that is currently in production.

Pioneer Bank, Copywriting/Art Directing (Fall 2007): Worked with a team of three to create an integrated marketing campaign, bore sole responsibility for creative executions, presented plan to CEO and CFO.

GardenVille, Media Planning (Fall 2006): Collaborated with a team of four to create a cohesive media strategy and presentation booklet for GardenVille’s potential expansion into the San Diego area.

Skills: Writing copy for print, TV, radio, and web. PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign. Mac, PC, your basic Word/Excel/PowerPoint. Acrylic Painting. Blogging, Poetry Writing. Horrible Sweaty-Handed Slam Poetry Performances. Reading music. Reading Spanish. Reading indecipherable English and making it better. Being both artsy and analytical simultaneaously. Education: BS Advertising from The University of Texas at Austin Ideal Job Description: Quite simply, I want to write. I want an environment that encourages creativity while maintaining structure and speed. I want to be surrounded by others with passion. I want a place where I will learn and grow and contribute meaningfully every day. But mostly, I want to write. Preferred Work Schedule: Full Time Location: Houston Location State: TX Willing to Relocate: False

Assistant AE/Traffic/Marketing Assistant

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Assistant AE/Traffic/Marketing Assistant Experience:

Marketing Strategist Intern

Retail Assistant Manager

Skills:

Research

Information Analysis

Organization

Internet Communication

Multi-tasking

Creative design with PhotoShop. InDesign, & Illustrator

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Advertising Ideal Job Description: Working for an established agency that provides an opportunity to utilize my research and creative strategy skills in an energetic environment. Location: Houston Location State: Texas Location Country: USA Willing to Relocate: False Contact Info: Celia Moshier 2111 Welch St. APT #B311 Houston Texas 77019 voice: (248) 921-1179

Celia Moshier
celia.moshier@gmail.com

2111 Welch St. APT #B311

Houston, Texas 77019

(248) 921-1179

Graphic Designer, Print Operations/Preflight Designer, Animator

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Graphic Designer, Print Operations/Preflight Designer, Animator Experience: April 4, 2008 - Current Day <O:P></O:P>ImPress Publisher for OfficeMax in Stafford, Texas <O:P></O:P>July 10, 2006 - December...

Sales Manager

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Sales Manager Experience: Sales Manager American Classifieds / Thrifty Nickel Houston, TX May 2007 – May 2008 I successfully managed one of Houston’s largest classified and display advertising publications. I developed, implemented and instilled a new company philosophy of taking care of the customers with each member of the staff. I achieved a 700% increase in profitability of all products and services by realigning them to better meet the needs of the customers. I increased total sales revenue by 21% by motivating the sales staff to solicit more new customers and to better serve existing ones. I decreased operational expenses by 36% by eliminating unnecessary resources and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the entire staff. I implemented a totally new and complete set of policies and procedures that provided a fair and equal opportunity for the employees to achieve success within the organization. I successfully managed all relationships with...

Assistant Account Executive- Iris Weeden

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Assistant Account Executive- Iris Weeden Experience: June 2007- Present The eM Group Assistant Account Executive · Managed accounts for Newland Communities, one of the leading community development companies in North America. · Attended monthly marketing meetings with clients, prepared and presented agendas, new creative, and reports. · Responsible for proofreading, editing and writing copy for advertisements and collateral. · Purchased media (television and radio) for Newland Communities. · Developed quality relationships with representatives from television, radio, outdoor, web and print. · Acted as liaison to organize creative ideas between clients and art directors. Served as traffic coordinator to art directors for creative projects. & Skills: Microsoft Office Clients and Profits Working knowledge of HTML Education: University of...

Senior Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer / ACD

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Desired Position Title: Senior Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer / ACD Experience:

My lease in Dallas is up & I'd like to relocate back home to Houston.

I’m a Designer & Art Director with 9 years experience. I can do print and web. My experience includes devising concepts & designs across multiple channels. I’ve worked on advertising campaigns, brochures, online promotions & logos (and everything in between) for Fortune 500 companies, mid size & start-ups. I also have experience in devising new business development & presentation. Design wise, I am strong with type and I am told that my logos are good. My goals with any project is to not repeat myself in either design or in the creative strategy.

I’ve been freelancing over the past few years in order to gain access to better projects & to allow me to grow across many fronts. Currently, the types of projects that I’ve been working on include : new sales pitch, concept and strategy development & initial comp development.

Please feel free to contact with any further questions. Skills: EXPERIENCE:

9 years of experience, print & web design, graphic design, art direction, advertising, campaigns, branding, print collateral, logo design, corporate identity, promotions, front end web design, online promotions, web site development, creative strategy, RFPs, concept development, new business strategies, sr. level experience, presentation, management, Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, start ups, packaging, b2c, b2b, trade shows, billboards

SKILLS & AWARDS
Adobe CS3, CS2, CS1, QuarkXpress, PC, windows
ADDYS : Gold & Silver, 6 citations
US Army : Desert Storm Veteran, 7 medals- 2 Achievement medals

Education: University of Houston Ideal Job Description: I'm looking for an opportunity to grow & excel with a great firm. Doing great work & building a legacy of good work is very important to me. I wouldn't say that I have a dream job other than putting together some nice work & being part of a good team while being paid accordingly. Desired Compensation: starts 60's Location: Houston Willing to Relocate: True