Logo Design & Photography Awards
The creative excellence of our region’s emerging talent was on full display at the American Advertising Federation of North Dakota (AAF-ND) Awards Ceremony on February 26. The prestigious event, which celebrates outstanding achievements in advertising and marketing, showcased the remarkable work of several promising creatives, including the talented team at Mushy Media.
Award-Winning Excellence
Mushy Media continued to demonstrate its creative prowess, securing two Silver ADDY awards. The agency’s innovative Fargo Stickers design captured the judges’ attention, while their striking “Observing the Heavens” photography piece further cemented their reputation for excellence in visual storytelling.
Celebrating Student Achievement
The ceremony also recognised several other talented MSUM students who are making their mark in the creative industry:
Emily Zaharia earned two prestigious recognitions:
- The Larry Gauper Advertising Creativity Scholarship
- The Bell State Bank & Trust Achievement Scholarship
Additional ADDY winners included:
- Jacinta Thieschafer – Silver ADDY for her sophisticated Dakota Prairie menu design
- Tomi Thompson – Silver ADDY for her compelling Drekker Ad campaign
- Liz Hayden – Both Gold and Silver ADDYs for her impactful Camp Olson Print Advertisement
- David Hanson – Gold ADDY for his captivating Glendalough Commercial for Explore Minnesota
- Samantha Laderer – Silver ADDY for her evocative “And the Lightning Strikes” photography piece
Fostering Professional Growth
AAF-ND continues to play a vital role in our creative community, offering its members invaluable professional development and networking opportunities. These awards recognise outstanding creative work and highlight the organisation’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of advertising and marketing professionals in our region.
Mushy Media’s and these talented students’ success at the ADDY Awards demonstrates the exceptional quality of creative work being produced in our region, setting a high standard for the industry’s future.
