Not a lecture. Not a class. Just real-world support.
Connect by AAFB is a 10-month opportunity to foster meaningful, one-on-one connections between early-career creatives (college students or ≤ 2 years of experience) and seasoned professionals.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to give back, this is your chance to form a relationship that goes beyond networking, offering real advice, honest perspective, and steady support. All while strengthening the creative fabric of Baltimore’s advertising and marketing community.
Because no one figures it all out... alone.
Connect offers something school, jobs, and AI can’t: real-world insight from someone who’s been there. It’s a space to ask tough questions, celebrate wins, and get clarity from someone who understands the journey because they’ve lived it.
For mentees, it’s the support system you didn’t know you needed.
For mentors, it’s a chance to give back, stay inspired, and help shape the future of Baltimore’s creative community.
When we support each other, we all move forward.
Mentors
If you’re an AAF Baltimore member with five or more years of experience in marketing, design, or advertising, you have the power to ignite someone’s path. One conversation a month is all it takes to make a lasting impact and help shape Baltimore’s next generation of creative talent.
Sign up now to share what you’ve learned and help someone take their next step.
Mentees
Are you a college student or early-career pro with less than two years in the field? Join Connect and get paired with a mentor who understands what you’re going through—a relationship for navigating big questions, building confidence, and plugging into Baltimore’s creative community.
Mentees must be AAF Baltimore members.
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Students: Just $15/year
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Young professionals: $110/year
How it works
We’ll start with a kickoff event and introduce you to your match. From there, you take the lead.
Each mentor–mentee pair commits to meeting at least once a month (virtually or in person—whatever works best for you). These conversations can be as structured or casual as you like: portfolio reviews, career advice, job hunting tips, or just a space to talk shop.
AAF Baltimore will check in at the halfway point, and we’ll wrap up with a celebration in June.
Key Dates
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Applications Open: July 1 – August 15, 2025
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Matching: August 2025
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Kickoff Meetings: September 2025
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Mentor/Mentee Monthly Meetings: September–June
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Halfway Check-in: January 2026
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End-of-Program Celebration: June 14, 2026
AAFB Connect is open to AAFB members and student members.