Online Entry
& Judging Portal
Don't have an account? Choose an entry category below to begin. Logged in users may also click these to submit additional entries.
Returning Entrants: click here to access your past submissions or select a category from above to make an additional entry.
Judging for the American Advertising Awards will be conducted online.
In some categories, entrants are allowed and/or required to upload additional digital examples of an entry. This is intended to provide more appropriate content for the judges.
Please carefully follow all online submission guidelines provided within the entry system, to ensure that your work is properly represented during all three tiers of the American Advertising Awards competition.
Welcome to AAF Orange County's
American Advertising Awards Entry Portal
Thank you for supporting the OC American Advertising Awards Competition! This competition helps us keep our doors open all year round and continue the important work we do to elevate Orange County's advertising community.
Rules & Categories
There have been changes to the Rules and Categories for the 2025-2026 American Advertising Awards, please take the time to review them below.
2025-26 PROFESSIONAL COMPETITION RULES & CATEGORIES
2025-26 STUDENT COMPETITION RULES & CATEGORIES
Entry Deadlines & Fees
ENTRY DEADLINES
ENTRIES CAN NOW BE SUBMITTED
Early Entry Deadline: January 14, 2026 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
*Late fees will be applied starting January 15, 2026 at 12:00am Pacific Time, see fees below.
Final *extended* Entry Deadline: January 20, 2026 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
ENTRY FEES
Professional Competition
Early Entry: $210/member | $250/non-member
Late Entry: $250/member | $280/non-member
*If you are a member, email info@aaforangecounty.com to receive a coupon code for your entries.
Student Competition
Early Entry: $50/member | $60/non-member
Late Entry: $65/member | $75/non-member
*If you are a member, email info@aaforangecounty.com to receive a coupon code for your entries.
Will there be physical entries this year?
Nope! All entries for the AAF Orange County 2025–2026 American Advertising Awards will be judged online only — no physical submissions will be accepted. (You’re welcome… or we’re sorry 😉).
That means it’s more important than ever to upload strong visuals and videos where applicable. Most categories now allow you to include up to five images/files plus one video to help bring your work to life.
For example, if you’re submitting an brand book, you can include photos of both the interior and exterior pages, along with a short video that highlights key design elements or storytelling moments. Since these digital assets take the place of physical entries, make sure they capture your work at its absolute best!
