DESIGN
Societies & Associations
Art Director's Club of New York
The American Institute of Graphic Arts
Founded in 1914, calls itself "the oldest and largest national organization committed to the promotion of excellence in graphic design." There are 37 chapters nationwide with over 9,000 member graphic designers and related professionals.
Design Council
This British association by demonstrating and promoting the vital role of design in a modern economy
Design Management Institute
"The Design Management Institute (DMI) is an international nonprofit organization that seeks to heighten awareness of design as an essential part of business strategy. Founded in 1975, DMI has become the leading resource and international authority on design management."
Ergonomics Society Home Page
"the forum for ergonomists and human factors specialists"
The purpose of the Graphic Artists Guild is to promote and protect the social, economic and professional interests of its members.
The Guild is committed to improving conditions for all graphic artists (including, but not limited to: animators, cartoonists, designers, illustrators, and digital artists) and raising standards for the entire industry. The Guild embraces graphic artists at all skill levels.
Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
The Society's mission is to promote the discovery and exchange of knowledge concerning the characteristics of human beings that are applicable to the design of systems and devices of all kinds.
International Textile and Apparel Association
Industrial Designers Society of America
A collection of resources for the industrial design community. The Site at a Glance page links you to events; awards, competitions, and grants; a "Student/Educator" section; other design organizations; and an index of their quarterly journal, Innovation.
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