AAF Seattle

Meet Wyatt Curtiss ⭐️ With a background in copywriting, strategy, account management and excessive consumption of science fiction, Wyatt leads C+C’s creative team in developing campaigns that deliver big results and shiny hardware.

Clients who love his work include the Washington State Dept. of Health, Star One Credit Union, ENERGY STAR and King County Metro. Non-clients who would hate his work include big banks and the coal lobby.

He’s also the only C+C employee to ever break a window with a T-shirt cannon. Reminding him of that incident keeps him grounded.

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No Panels. No Presentations. No Agenda!

Join AAF Seattle at the Copacino+Fujikado offices on September 17 for No Agenda, a gathering to welcome connection, creativity, and community.

This is a casual evening for people across advertising, marketing, communications, design, media, film, PR, and the broader creative industry to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new people, and spend time with the AAF Seattle community.

Whether you are a longtime member, new to the industry, new to Seattle, or simply curious about AAF Seattle, this event is for you. Come as you are, grab a drink, say hello, and enjoy a night built around unscripted conversations and good company.

AAF Seattle Members & Guests: FREE
Register at the link in bio!

Thanks to our host venue: Copacino+Fujikado
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Accessibility & Accommodations:
AAF Seattle is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event experience. For accessibility accommodations or questions, please contact [email protected].

Meet Maria Scheleen, Maria Scheleen, Founder & Principal of Scheleen Talent Solutions.

With more than a decade of experience across agency and in-house recruiting, including Robert Half, Amazon, and Adobe, Maria has helped countless creatives and marketers navigate hiring, freelancing, interviews, negotiation, and career moves.

Join Maria at AAF Seattle Career Lab for candid, practical insight into the hiring process, with a little humanity and humor along the way.
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Meet Kelli Whitecar, Kelli Whitecar, Director of Talent Acquisition at Publicis Health.

With 15+ years of experience across advertising, marketing, creative, technology, and healthcare, Kelli knows what hiring teams are looking for, and how professionals can position themselves for what’s next.

Catch her at AAF Seattle Career Lab for practical insight into hiring trends, career growth, compensation, and navigating your next opportunity.
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Meet DBT Brassel-Taylor, , Director of People & Culture at Copacino Fujikado.

With 20+ years of experience in talent and culture, DBT brings a people-first perspective to hiring, connection, and helping others show up as their authentic selves.

Join us at AAF Seattle Career Lab to hear his perspective on the evolving world of recruiting and why relationships still matter most.
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Meet Sara Guizzo, Sara Guizzo, Founder of SJG Talent and an executive recruiter with 25+ years of experience across the advertising and marketing industry. From independent agencies to global holding companies, Sara brings an insider’s perspective on how agencies hire, what leaders look for, and how great careers are built.

Hear from Sara at AAF Seattle Career Lab and get insight straight from someone who knows the hiring world inside and out.
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Meet Bianca Urbina, Bianca Urbina, Principal Marketing Agent at Creative People, and, as she puts it, a professional matchmaker.

She’s helped 300+ marketers and creatives land meaningful opportunities with brands ranging from major global companies to fast-growing startups.

Join Bianca at AAF Seattle Career Lab for candid advice on standing out, finding the right fit, and making your next career move.
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SeattleCareer

Your next opportunity might be closer than you think. ✨

Join us for The Career Lab: The Formula for Your Next Opportunity

This event is an interactive evening of one-on-one career conversations, resume and portfolio feedback, LinkedIn guidance, interview coaching, salary strategy, recruiter Q&A, and more.

Whether you’re job searching, pivoting, growing, or just getting curious about what’s next, this night is built to help you leave with real advice and actionable next steps.

📅 August 20, 2026
🕠 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 SURF Cafe, 999 3rd Ave Suite 700, Seattle, WA 98104

Bring your resume, portfolio, LinkedIn, questions… or just yourself.

✨Your next opportunity isn’t just waiting to happen.
Let’s build the formula together.

Whether you’re job hunting, looking to level up, changing careers, or simply curious about today’s hiring market, AAF Seattle Career Lab gives you direct access to recruiters and hiring professionals who want to help.

No long presentations.
No awkward Q&A.

Just real conversations with people who hire creative talent every day.

✨ Resume reviews
✨ Portfolio feedback
✨ LinkedIn coaching
✨ Interview advice
✨ Salary & negotiation conversations
✨ Career strategy
✨ Networking
✨ Complimentary LinkedIn headshots

You’ll rotate through interactive Career Lab Stations, collect personalized advice from each recruiter, and leave with your own Career Formula to guide your next move.

Professionals at every career stage are welcome—from students and recent grads to seasoned creatives looking for their next chapter.

📅 August 20
🎟️ Registration now open. 🔗 in bio
- AAF Seattle Members: FREE
- ⁠Guests: $20 donation
👀 Recruiters and speakers will be announced soon.