


Range of services
Our office provides varying degrees of assistance to campus
clients. Sometimes we are involved from publication concept
to finished product; in other cases we offer only advice and
referrals. In general, our services include:
- Design and printing consultation
- Design/production
- Print management
- Writing/editorial services
- Graphics services, including guidance on use of the
campus map and the University logo and seal
- Access to photo and slide libraries
Planning your publication
It's never too early to start planning your publication.
The following list outlines the key issues you need to consider
before meeting with us:
- What is the purpose of the publication?
- Who is its intended audience?
- What format would you like the publication to have
(newsletter, brochure, letter, flyer, other)?
- What kind of information/art do you expect to include?
- Is this a one-time publication or part of a series?
- What is the expected press run? (How many do you need printed?)
- Has the funding source for the project been identified?
To begin the process go to the New Publications Checklist
- Design and production deadlines
Once you've thought through your publication needs, you should
arrange a meeting with our office. The time we need to complete
a project depends on such factors as: how complex the job is,
whether your copy needs editing, whether you have special photo
or illustration needs, and our workload. Here is a rough timetable
for some of the printed materials we produce:
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- Brochure
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5 weeks |
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- Booklet
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8 weeks |
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- Newsletter
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6 weeks |
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- Poster
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5 weeks |
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- Flyer
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2 weeks |
Note: This timetable applies from the time we receive the final, approved copy. If the copy requires editing, the project will take
longer to complete.
- Keep in mind
The Office of Publications' writing, editing, design, and
production services are free to SFSU administrative offices
and academic departments. Departments are responsible for
printing, photography, and illustration costs. We will make
every effort to find the most competitive printing bids.
Projects requiring special services may mean extra charges.
- We strive to create publications that meet our clients' needs
while staying within their budgets. It is important to
remember that the sooner you deliver your copy to us and
return proofs, the faster we can move the entire process
along. It is truly a collabrative effort. We look forward
to working with you.
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