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I have a story idea


Thank you for reaching out! This request is best if you have a topic that may be a good fit for a newsroom story, news release or message for the TRU community.


Do you have a story about student, faculty or staff success? Got news that builds TRU’s reputation or has impact on the community or beyond? Need to share something with TRU faculty and staff? Then we’re here to help.


Please note that timelines may vary depending on the scope of request.


Here are the questions we’d like you to answer best as possible to help us fully understand your needs.







I have a social media story idea


Thank you for reaching out! We are always looking for compelling stories to share with our audiences on social media. However, we can only share content that aligns with the TRU brand and fits our social media channels.


Please note that timelines may vary depending on the scope of request.


To help us bring your story to life, please provide as much detail as possible.






I have a program information session

Program Information Session Request:

  • Timeline. At least five weeks lead time is required to set up and promote a program info session.
  • Presenting. Presenters need to have a TRU zoom account (can be a generic department account)
  • Contact. For more information, contact marcom@tru.ca

Dates and Times 



Presenters




What can prospects expect to get from the info session?
I have a simple website request


Thanks for reaching out! We're happy to help with your website request.


Please note simple website requests typically take a minimum of three days to complete, depending on scope.


Simple requests include editing existing text or visual content on the website and updating or removing links.




I have a multi-channel marketing campaign request


Thank you for reaching out! We are happy to partner with you on this marketing campaign.


A marketing campaign request involves written content development, visual content creation, landing page development and advertising campaigns.


Please note that this request typically takes six to eight weeks to complete.




I have a complex website request


Thank you for reaching out! We are happy to help with your website request.


Please note that complex website requests typically take two to four weeks to complete, depending on the scope.


Requests in this category include web page redesigns, new page creation, template updates and marketing campaign pages. To help us better understand your needs, please provide as much detail as possible.




I have a written content development request


Thank you for reaching out! We are happy to support you to craft clear, engaging messaging that fits your needs.


Written content development requests include content for the website, brochures, newsletters, promotional purposes and other internal communications.


Please note that written content requests typically take up to two weeks to complete, depending on scope.


To help us better understand your needs, please provide as much detail as possible.





I have a photography content creation request


Thank you for reaching out! We are happy to support you in capturing high-quality photography for internal or promotional use.


Photography content creation requests include images for the website, brochures, newsletters or special events.


Please note that photography content requests typically take up to two weeks to complete, depending on scope. Provide us with answers to the following questions.







I have a video content creation request


Thank you for reaching out! We are happy to support you in creating high-quality video content for internal or promotional use.


Video content creation requests include event coverage, an interview, a promotional video and overall video production (e.g. assistance with scriptwriting, location, b-roll, editing etc.).


Please note that video content requests typically take up to four to six weeks to complete, depending on scope. Provide us with answers to the following questions.







If yes, please provide key points or themes you'd like covered in the files you upload.

I have a digital screen to submit


Thank you for submitting a digital slide! Please note this takes one week to complete.


If your screen submission regards an event, we encourage you to also submit your event details to our online event calendar at inside.tru.ca/events.


Please follow these best practices when creating your slide:


Canva is great for creating slides.

Check out our Canva slide templates.

  • Make your slide 1600 x 900 pixels.
  • Keep main titles to 2-4 words.
  • Make your descriptions or messages short and to the point.
  • Main titles font size should be at least 80 pt.
  • Descriptions should have a font size of at least 30-35 pt.
  • Use TRU brand colours and font. Visit tru.ca/brand for details.
  • Keep your slide simple. More elements can add confusion.
  • Use a short URL that's easy to remember.


I have a minor update to materials

All artwork created by MARCOM has a six digit serial number noted on the materials.


In hand date for deliverable(s).

I have a new and/or large project request


In hand date for deliverable(s)

What are you trying to achieve and why?

Tell us anything you think we need to know about your project.List specific items that you would like to be developed. Include details such as sizing.

If you have an existing project that needs updating, please provide a sample or the MC number. Remember to attach final text, images and other materials below so that we have all we need to get started.

Be aware that we won't be able to assign a designer, web strategist, or writer to your project until we have necessary information and materials in hand.

Who are you talking to? High school students, undergraduates, working professionals, parents; approximate age group; male/female; and geographic location? Include primary and secondary audiences, if appropriate.
I have an event registration form


Thank you for reaching out! This request involves support to create an event registration form and setting up online payment for an event.


Please note that this request typically takes two weeks depending on the scope.





If you do not have a code, contact the Finance Department to get your 4-digit code (this may take up to 2 weeks)






I have an event project that needs planning, organization and execution support


Thank you for reaching out! Event project request involves written content development, visual content creation, landing page development, printed marketing materials and marketing campaigns.


Please note that this request typically takes three to four weeks depending on the scope. To help us better understand your needs, please provide as much detail as possible.










Please include the purpose, platforms necessary and potential audience.
Upload your files
Please upload any files we might need to complete the project such as Word documents, PDFs, samples of previous projects, or image files. If changes are required to a PDF file, use the built-in editing tools in Adobe Acrobat to indicate changes, and attach the edited PDF to your project submission.

Include all necessary pieces of information (written content, logos, photos, etc.)
Approval and Details


This person will act as the main point of contact for the project and be responsible for obtaining sign off.

I have received approval from my Dean or Director to proceed with this project.

Interviewee(s) Contact Information
List all people applicable.
Interviewee






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