Big Wigs 2025

Join us for Big Wigs 2025 , presented by AAF Austin, as we celebrate the "Live Music Capital of the World" on November 20 at Scholz Garten in Austin, Texas.

AAF, Austin, Big Wigs Awards, 2025

Event

Date: Thursday, November 20
Hour: 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Dress Code: Casual Yet Portrait Ready
Run of show:
  • Doors Open
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Awards Presentation
  • Celebrate!

Nominations

October 9 - October 24

Voting

October 27 - November 11 at 5pm
Voting for Big Wigs 2025 is closed!

About Big Wigs

Don’t miss this chance to connect, celebrate, and be inspired!


Voting for Big Wigs 2025 is closed!

Authentically Austin

This year’s event celebrates everything that makes Austin one of a kind — bold ideas, local flavor, and the creative spirit that runs deep in our city. We’ll honor the advertising legends who helped shape our community while spotlighting the rising stars who embody Austin’s next wave of innovation and originality.


Enjoy a night filled with delicious food, music, and plenty of opportunities for networking and celebration. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, Big Wigs 2025 promises to be an unforgettable evening dedicated to recognizing the incredible talent in Austin's advertising industry.

Categories

  • Unsung Hero
  • Biggest Wig
  • Best Emerging Talent
  • Best Manager
  • Best Data Analyst
  • Best Strategist
  • Best Experiential/Events Manager
  • Best Media Professional
  • Best Post-Production Artist
  • Best Recruiter
  • Best Content Writer
  • Best Social Media Professional
  • Best Producer
  • Best Receptionist
  • Best IT Support
  • Educator Of The Year
  • Best Print Partner
  • Best Large Company Over 100
  • Best Small Company Under 100
  • Best Large Format Company
  • Best Boutique Company Under 20
  • Best User Of AI
  • Salesperson of the Year

Big Wigs Winners 2025

These incredible humans were honored for their amazing work.

  • Best Emerging Talent

    Ami Keen
  • Best Media Professional

    Jake Norrie
  • Best Social Media Professional

    Ashley Guzman
  • Best Content Writer

    Collette Lazar
  • Best Strategist

    Landri Driskill
  • Best Experiential/Events Manager

    Malika Keshu
  • Best Data Analyst

    Nic Icaza
  • Salesperson of the Year

    Ellen Rose
  • Best User Of AI

    Megan Wommack
  • Best Manager

    Luis Luna
  • Best Producer

    Linda Jackson
  • Best Post-Production Artist

    Isabella Keiser
  • Best Recruiter

    Lisa Wickham
  • Best IT Support

    Matthew "Matt" Brown
  • Best Print Partner

    Shelbi Macfarlane
  • Best Receptionist

    Rosa Soto
  • Unsung Hero

    Emily Ballew
  • Educator Of The Year

    Natalie Brown-Devlin
  • Best Large Format Company

    API Austin Photo Imaging
  • Best Boutique Company Under 20

    Apollo Partners
  • Best Small Company Under 100

    Giant Noise
  • Best Large Company Over 100

    Atmosphere TV
  • Biggest Wig

    Jacqueline Bright

Featured Member Agencies

Minero
Atmosphere
GSD&M