Welcome to the StratGuide! This resource is designed to help you navigate the request submission and review process for all communications and design needs.
Project Process
Request
Complete Request Form
- All fields provided
- Supply content
- Lead time (2-4 weeks)
Review
- Be responsive in review
- Adhere to timelines
- The project contact is responsible for external reviewers
Complete
- Final files provided/ confirmation of launch
- Ordering is done by the requesting department
Please note that after the final files or confirmation of launch are provided, a new request must be submitted for any changes.
Project Workflow
Submitting a Request
Submitting a request for communications and design materials should be a clear, well-organized process. To help you get started, refer to the following articles and guidelines.
Design Request Overview
This is a step-by-step guide for how to submit a design request via our project request form.
Design Request Dos and Don’ts: Learn how to provide all the necessary details for design requests to help streamline the process and avoid delays.
Design Request Dos and Don’ts
Communication, Data, and Website Request Overview
This is a step-by-step guide for how to submit a non-design request via our project request form.
Submitting a Communication Request
Message Decision & Communication Type Checklist: This checklist helps you decide when email is the best channel for your communication and ensures we’re not overwhelming students or stakeholders with too many messages.
Message Decision & Communication Type ChecklistReview Process
Once your request has been submitted and the initial designs or communications are created, it’s time for the review process. This crucial step ensures that all materials meet UCA’s standards for clarity, accuracy, and brand consistency. Whether you’re reviewing a design, an email, or other content, the tools and guides below will help you provide clear, actionable feedback.
Design Review
StratComms facilitates collaborative feedback using Adobe Share & Review or Canva, depending on the type of project.
Design Review Checklist: A checklist for reviewing design materials. Make sure your designs are accurate, consistent, and align with the overall messaging.
Design Review Checklist
Communication Review
Email Review Checklist: This checklist covers the essential elements of a successful email, from personalization and readability to design and CTA effectiveness.
Email Review Checklist