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ART DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION OF IOWA
EST 1957

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ADAI is a nonprofit organization for professionals and students of commercial art and graphic design in Iowa. Our annual exhibition would not be possible without our board of volunteers, our sponsors, community partners, and most importantly, the creative community in Iowa – thank you.

Apply to be an ADAI board member!

Apply today to join the Art Directors of Iowa board for the 2025-2026 season! The ADAI Board is a volunteer-based group of Iowa creatives and designers who work together to produce our annual design exhibition while supporting Iowa’s creative community. As a working board, members take on active roles in areas like design, event planning, fundraising, communications, and more. It’s a rewarding chance to collaborate with fellow designers, gain leadership experience, and give back to the community that celebrates your work.

Requirements to Apply:

  • Currently be an Iowa based designer or creative
  • Had work accepted into an ADAI Exhibition within the past 2–3 years (either professionally or as a student)
  • Be able to commit to the time and involvement required. This includes…
    • Meeting virtually twice a month from September 2025 to May 2026
    • Attending in-person events such as judging in March, and the exhibition in April
    • Contributing additional time outside of meetings to complete individual board work and responsibilities

Sound like a fit and ready to get involved? Apply today!

If you want to know more before applying, send us an email at adai@artdirectorsiowa.org

“ADAI was easily one of my best student experiences. I was able to immerse myself in the design industry by networking with leaders, collaborating with other like-minded individuals and creating long-lasting relationships with creatives. These opportunities were big milestones for my early career.”

—ELLEN TITMAN, DESIGNER
DESIGN RANCH, KANSAS CITY
STUDENT AMBASSADORS
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Students who are currently enrolled at a university or college in Iowa and studying art or design can apply to be a Student Ambassador on the ADAI board. Student Ambassadors have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow board members, work on real world projects, grow their skills, and have a hand in planning ADAI’s exhibition.

Interested? Send us an email!

BECOME A STUDENT AMBASSADOR