We identified four obstacles that prevent minorities from pursuing creative careers.
Then we developed a comprehensive program to address these obstacles
Miami Ad School knew, if we could recruit and train more minority talent, agencies would have the talent they need to diversify their creative departments.
We created the largest minority scholarship and mentorship program in the country. Over $200,000 a year has been awarded in scholarships. In only two years we enrolled 243 minority students.
Our Minority enrollment is now 45%.
(For perspective, the minority population of the US is 39%.) Minorities DO want careers in advertising and design. They just need a little more support.The first graduates of our diversity initiative are beginning to enter the job market. They are quickly being hired by top creative companies including: 360i, 72andSunny, Adidas, DAVID, DDB, Droga5, Energy BBDO, FCB, GUT, IMG Live, Leo Burnett, Ogilvy, Pandora Music, Publicis, R/GA, TBWA/Chiat Day, Weiden & Kennedy
Partner with us and hire this well-trained, minority talent before anyone else has the opportunity.
Minority Scholarship Contributors
These companies and individuals are making a difference
Gold Partners
R/GA
Barry Wacksman
Vice Chairman, Global Chief Strategy Officer, R/GA
Silver Partners
Carmichael Lynch
Publicis
Saturday Mornings
VaynerMedia
Bronze Partners
Leo Burnett
Paul Woolmington
CEO, Canvas Worldwide
Bonnie Lunt
Founder, Bonnie Lunt Management
Michael Conrad
World-wide CD, Leo Burnett (retired)
Founder, Berlin School of Creative Leadership
Two Remarkable Minority Students
& Their Stories
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Let’s Talk About Diversity
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“Every human experiences life through the lens of their own unique culture.
Agencies that get this and embrace diversity with a genuine interest can succeed in multicultural marketing.”
— Forbes —