American Advertising Federation – Charleston announces call for entries for 2025 Awards

AAF Charleston To Host Award Show to Celebrate Innovation and Creativity in Advertising

The American Advertising Federation – Charleston (AAF Charleston) announced that submissions for the 2024-2025 AAF Charleston Awards are now open. Local advertising professionals, agencies, and creative minds are invited to showcase their best work in a range of categories, with entries accepted through February 19, 2025.

The annual awards program celebrates the best in advertising and marketing, recognizing outstanding creativity and strategic excellence across multiple disciplines. Eligible entries span a variety of categories, including:

• Sales & Marketing – Sales promotions, collateral, and direct marketing, including public service and self-promotion.
• Print Advertising – Newspaper and magazine advertising, including branded content, public service, and self-promotion.
• Out of Home & Ambient Media – Posters, outdoor, transit, guerilla marketing, events, and installations, including public service and self-promotion.
• Online/Interactive – All internet-based entries except online videos, including branded content, public service, and self-promotion.
• Film, Video & Sound – Radio, TV, and film, including online videos, branded content, public service, and self-promotion.
• Cross Platform – Integrated campaigns, including online/interactive, public service, and self-promotion.
• Elements of Advertising – Individual creative components that contribute to the craft of advertising.
• Corporate Social Responsibility – Campaigns and initiatives reflecting a brand’s commitment to social and environmental impact.
• Public Service – Advertising efforts aimed at social causes and nonprofit organizations.
• Advertising Industry Self-Promotion – Work created by agencies or professionals to promote their own services.

“This is the premier opportunity for Charleston’s advertising and marketing professionals to showcase their creativity and talent,” said Genna Shelnutt, President of AAF Charleston. “We look forward to celebrating the impactful work that shapes our industry and our community.”

Submissions are open now, and all entries must be received by February 19, 2025. For more information on submission guidelines, eligibility, and judging criteria, visit: https://enter.americanadvertisingawards.com/a/organizations/03-CHS/home

About AAF Charleston

The American Advertising Federation – Charleston is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the advertising industry by fostering collaboration, education, and recognition of creative excellence. AAF Charleston is part of the national American Advertising Federation network, which connects and celebrates advertising professionals across the country.