Unions and Associations
Some art directors are represented by unions such as the Art Directors Guild Local 800; Graphic Artists Guild; International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees; the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians–Communications Workers of America; and United Scenic Artists Local 829. Others join professional associations, including the AIGA, the professional association for design; American Advertising Federation; The One Club for Creativity; and the Society for News Design. Other organizations of interest to art directors include the American Association of Advertising Agencies, and the News/Media Alliance.
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- Music Journalists
- Music Producers
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