Are you passionate about Houston’s creative community?

Help serve our local community and determine the future of AIGA Houston by nominating its leaders. This year, we are introducing Board Nominations, an opportunity to nominate individuals to join the AIGA Houston chapter Board of Directors. Help us represent Houston and continue elevating our city’s creative landscape.

Who is Eligible

• Creatives living in Houston or surrounding regions
• Self- or peer-nominations are welcome
• All ages
• AIGA members and non-AIGA members
  (Please note: Some positions require an AIGA membership. Membership is not required at the time of nomination, but selected candidates will be contacted if they do not meet the membership requirement prior to becoming a board member.)

Not a member? You can support our mission and programming by joining today. Memberships start at $50/year!

Nomination Period

Monday, January 4, 12:00 am – Sunday, January 24, 11:59 pm

Nomination Process

• To get started, review open positions and role descriptions.
• Fill out the nomination form. The form will only be open to accept responses during the above nomination period.
• Once nominations close, members of the sitting board will review submissions and vote on selected candidates.
• Selected candidates will be contacted and will begin their onboarding process in mid-February.

Open Positions

Available positions are organized below by committee. We have listed the committee, role level, and position descriptions for each open position below. This is to help define expectations and provide an overview of the responsibilities. Selected board members are welcome to expand on initiatives.

Executive

The Executive Committee manages the chapter’s resources, finances, and day-to-day/monthly operations and is the key touchpoint for communicating with AIGA National.

Vice President
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Community Programming

The Community Programming Committee focuses on events intended to connect Houston area creatives and strengthen the chapter’s connection to the local community. The committee is responsible for events including Monthly Creative Meetups, Community Day, Holiday Party, 20×20, and creative talks.

Community Programming Associate Director
Role Level Requirements | Position Description

Community Programming Chair
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Education & Mentorship

The Education & Mentorship Committee focuses on events designed to educate designers and help strengthen skills for a variety of audiences, including emerging, mid-level, and senior-level creatives. The committee coordinates 1–2 portfolio reviews annually, develops and maintains relationships with local educators/schools, and manages Design Loop, the chapter’s mentorship program.

Education & Mentorship Director
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Education & Mentorship Associate Director
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Education Chair
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Design Advocacy

The Design Advocacy Committee focuses on events, resources, and tools that advocate for the role of the designer, promote the value of creative work, and encourage social awareness and design-driven change. The committee develops programming, materials, and content that reflect design’s potential for impact on both the individual and social levels.

Design Advocacy Associate Director
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Design Advocacy Chair
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Diversity & Inclusion

The Diversity & Inclusion Committee is dedicated to expanding social justice knowledge and encouraging members of the creative community to think critically about equity, inclusion, privilege, and bias. The committee develops programming and content that encourages dialogue, raises awareness of community issues, promotes inclusivity, and celebrates diversity.

Diversity & Inclusion Director
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Diversity & Inclusion Associate Director
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Diversity & Inclusion Chair
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Communications

The Communications Committee oversees the chapter’s internal and external communications strategy and manages marketing, social media, articles, e-blasts, and the website.

Communications Associate Director
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Communications Chair
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Web & IT Chair
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Connections

The Connections Committee helps bridge gaps within the chapter, connects new creatives, and supports all areas of the board where able. The committee oversees the Board Ambassador onboarding process and internal chapter calendar, as well as identifies opportunities for collaboration within the board.

Connections Director
Role Level Requirements | Position Description

Connections Associate Director
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Connections Chair
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Partnerships

The Partnerships Committee identifies, secures, and maintains partnerships and sponsorships to support the chapter’s programming and activities. The committee develops benefits, maintains contact information, and serves as a key point of contact for current and potential partners/sponsors.

Partnerships Associate Director
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Partnerships Chair
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Ready to Nominate?

Reminder: The form will only be open to accept responses during the above nomination period.