AADC (Adelaide Advertising Design Club) has launched AdVice with James Rickard, a mentoring course designed to help the next generation of creatives sharpen their thinking, understand the industry and make better work.
The course is an in-person, hands-on experience built around feedback, real-world briefs and honest conversation. It’s part of AADC’s growing commitment to education, mentorship and professional development within South Australia’s creative community.
James Rickard, multi award-winning creative director, brand strategist and former AADC co-president, brings more than three decades of industry experience to the program.
“This course is about what doesn’t always get taught – how to really think, push ideas and shape work that resonates,” said Rickard.
“I want people to walk away not just with better skills, but with more creative confidence.”
Luke Cussans, AADC Education chair, said AdVice is about a foot in the door, giving early-career creatives access to the kind of mentorship and critique that accelerates growth.
“It’s a way to help the next wave of talent understand how the industry works, and how great work gets made," said Cussans.
Run over four weeks, with two-hour sessions each week, AdVice is designed to be immersive, practical and paced to fit around work and study. It’s also priced to ensure cost isn’t a barrier for emerging talent.
Applications are open until Wednesday, Apr 30. The course kicks off May 29.
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