Media Relations Image and Publications Public Relations Requests Staff Information
Media Relations OSU-Oklahoma City offers a variety of excellent programs taught by outstanding individuals. In an effort to project our excellence in a concise manner, faculty and staff should contact the Office of Public Relations to discuss media opportunities. It is the policy of OSU-Oklahoma City that only the President and the Director of Public Relations, or those authorized by the President or Director of Public Relations, are designated to dispense press releases, contact the media or answer media inquiries. Also, should media representatives make an unscheduled stop on campus, the Office of Public Relations should be contacted immediately. Occasionally, the media may contact the Office of Public Relations for a representative to participate in an interview regarding a particular area of expertise. In most of these situations, a representative from the Office of Public Relations will also attend the interview to provide support as needed and will provide any preliminary information in preparation for the interview. Image and Publications It is important to remember that often the first impression prospective students, community leaders and alumni receive is through OSU-Oklahoma City publications. Whether it is a class schedule, calendar, fax, e-mail, advertisement or our Web site, it is vital we send one clear and concise message. Any item that is produced with the OSU-Oklahoma City official name and / or logo must be approved by the Office of Public Relations. This includes but is not limited to: press releases, mass mailings, brochures, newsletters, promotional items, apparel, web sites, and advertisements. How do I make a Public Relations Request? Step 1: Complete a Public Relations Request Form. Step 2: Bring your completed form, with your Vice President’s signature, to the Office of Public Relations, located in AD 200. A public relations representative will review your request and provide guidance to produce the best possible product that will help you market or generate awareness of your project and positively reflect the image of OSU-Oklahoma City. Step 3: The Office of Public Relations will process your request and work with our in-house Creative Services as well as secure any outside vendor needed to complete your request. Step 4: The Office of Public Relations will provide a draft copy of your request. Step 5: Once you have reviewed the provided draft, you will return it the Office of Public Relations for changes, corrections and final completion. Step 6: Your request is completed and delivered to you. Planning Guidelines
Our goal is to produce high quality publications. With this in mind, you are encouraged to submit your information to the Office of Public Relations as soon as possible. The following is a suggested time frame when making your request: Suggested Lead Time: at least one week:
Suggested Lead Time: at least two weeks:
Suggested Lead Time: at least 30 days:
Suggested Lead Time: at least 60 days:
The Office of Public Relations is here to help you. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call, x317, e-mail, Evelyn.Bollenbach@osuokc.edu, or drop by, AD 200. This policy is approved by OSU-Oklahoma City Vice Presidents’ Council.
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