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Marketing / Communications / Digital Request

Use this form if your department needs a communications piece, wants to begin a web project, or needs assistance from the Digital Group to resolve an issue with the website. 

PLEASE NOTE: We may not be able to take on projects that need to be started and completed fewer than six weeks from today.

Please do not initiate a new project request without prior approval. Your department head or chair must approve this project concept before you submit this form.

All work will flow between the project contact and the Communications/Digital team member(s) assigned to the project.

Name*
Project owner/decision-maker (if that person is not you)

What do you need?

Please check all types of deliverables that apply to this request.

Design Request must be submitted for all printed and design only projects, along with final copy, necessary logos and images, etc.

Art/Photo/PDF Request should be submitted only for existing photography or artwork only, including previously designed projects or photos from the Design Group library.

Web Graphics Request should be submitted for web, email and social media graphics to promote special events and initiatives.

Photography Request must be completed when requesting the services of the Design Group photographer for shooting portraits, student work, and other College-based initiatives. The Design Group staff photographer is not a resource for individual students who wish to document their portfolios.

Video Request should be submitted for creation of videos to promote & highlight special events and initiatives.

Sign/Banner Request should be submitted along with content, dimensions, and material or mounting specifications.

Advertisement Request should be submitted for all paid ads in print or online. Indicate dimensions, bleeds, and where to submit final approved artwork.

Website update(s) should be submitted for all projects requesting the services of the Digital Group, including redesigns or new content created for the main colum.edu site.

Tell us about your project.​

Please be as specific as possible. What are you trying to accomplish with this project?
Desired project due date*
Date you would like finalized deliverables described in this project request

Design Request

Copy must be submitted in a Word document or in the body of an e-mail. The Design Group will handle quoting and buying print, check printer's proofs, attend press checks, and communicate clients' delivery instructions.

Design Services*
You will receive a digital version, regardless of which option you select. If you are planning to mail this piece yourself, select "Design & Print". The Design Group does not print or mail anything in-house, but contracts with the Xerox Center and/or external partners for printing and mailing.

Email Request


Is this request based on a previous email that was sent out?
If this email was sent out previously, please include any relevant information here.

Sign/Banner Request

This form can also be used to request branding and wayfinding signage developed in partnership with Campus Environment. After design is completed, the Design Group and Campus Environment will work with Facilities & Operations or an outside contractor for installation.

Services*
You will receive a digital version, regardless of which option you select.
Do you know which mounting option you'd like?
Do you know which finishing option you'd like?

Advertisement Request


Display Type*
Deadline
Format
Bleeds or no bleeds?*
Is there color in this piece?*

Art/Photo/PDF Request

For existing photography or artwork only.

How are you going to use this?*

Photography Request

This request is for new photography.

What type of photography are you requesting?*
Date/time requested*
:  
Subject to availability
How long would you like the photographer to be there? Where is the photography to take place, and what is the contact information for the day of shoot (if not you)? Any other information important to your request?
How are you going to use the photographs?

Video Request

This request is for new video.

Are interviews needed?*
Please list name(s), phone number(s), and/or email addresses for intended interviewees
Will previously shoot footage or photos be used?*
It is important to solicit feedback from these individuals early in the video-making process. Requesting changes during the later stages of production can result in severe delays.

Website update(s)

For website projects on colum.edu

Is this request for an existing page?*
Do you have content for your project?*
Who is the intended audience for this request?*

Digital Image Request

How are you going to use this graphic?*

File Upload

Please use this page to upload any files we need in order to start and complete your project. You may upload up to five files. If you have files exceeding 5 MB in size, or if you experience trouble using the file upload function below, please contact us.

PLEASE NOTE: Strategic Marketing and Communications cannot begin your job without the following:

  • Final, approved copy (Microsoft Word only, NO PDF)
  • Photos provided by third parties
  • Photo credits and releases
  • Logos of third parties
File 1
No File Chosen
File uploads may not work on some mobile devices.
File 2
No File Chosen
File uploads may not work on some mobile devices.
File 3
No File Chosen
File uploads may not work on some mobile devices.
File 4
No File Chosen
File uploads may not work on some mobile devices.
File 5
No File Chosen
File uploads may not work on some mobile devices.
Copyright Waiver*
I agree that I am the author, photographer, producer, or otherwise hold the copyrights to the materials, digital files, slides, or photos herein loaned to Columbia College Chicago, and that to my knowledge such material is free from encumbrances and does not infringe or violate any existing copyright pursuant to statute, common law, or equity, in whole or in part, and that the undersigned has all lawful rights to license the material or the work and existing copyrights and other intellectual property rights. The original author retains ownership of the digital files, slides, photographs, or other materials and hereby grants permission to Columbia College Chicago to digitize the images and to make the resulting digital versions available to faculty, staff, and students for nonprofit educational purposes. These may include: placement on the internet, projection in class or electronic transmissions in connection with distance learning, use in films, videos, and multimedia course materials, and modification of images for educational purposes. Other than as allowed by fair use or other legal rights of use, none of the images may be used for commercial purpose without the written consent of the copyright holder. The copyright holder releases Columbia College Chicago and its assignees from any claims that may arise regarding the use of my materials including claims of defamation, invasion of privacy, or infringement of moral rights, of publicity or copyright. Columbia is permitted, although not obligated, to include my name as a credit in connection with this material. I have read this release, I understand it, and by submitting this form, I am agreeing to its terms.

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