Helpful Timelines

DESIGN PROJECTS

Week 1

Initial pre-design meeting to discuss deliverables, timelines, and budget (Within 2-3 days of submitted work request)

Week 2

You provide complete copy along with any photos and images (3 days after pre-design meeting)

Week 3

We provide cost estimates. First proof to client (5 days)

Week 4

First proof due back from client (Within 3 days)

Week 5

Second and final proof due to client (3 days)

Week 6

Second and final proof due back from client (Within 3 days)

Week 7

Prepare and send project to production/press. Complete mailing lists are due to University Relations, if applicable. (3 days)

Week 8 & 9

Project in production and final project delivered or mailed (10 days)

NEWS ITEMS

Calendar events and activities (date, time, brief descriptions only) require 6 to 8 weeks in order to meet external calendar deadlines for Preview and other like newspaper opportunities.

News releases require at least 4 to 5 weeks in order to meet external deadlines.