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This document will provide vendors and an on-campus partners with the guidelines on how to properly use the Athletic Department logos for Marietta College
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MARIETTA COLLEGE PIONEERS
ATHLETIC VISUAL IDENTITY GUIDELINES
SECOND EDITION • OCTOBER 2006
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This introduction originally accompanied the first edition of these guidelines that were printed
in 2003.
Introduction
In the 168 years Marietta College has been in existence there has never been a unifying
symbol of the Pioneers. The word Pioneers has never had an established, consistent
symbol. Athletic teams came up with their own symbols and lettering and it was very
difficult to pinpoint the College’s official brand. The athletic department has determined
an identity system that will make a stronger statement for the College is important.
Now is the perfect time for us to put a visual representation of what “Pioneers”
represents. A new symbol that will coincide with the opening of the Dyson Baudo
Recreation Center and a new era at Marietta College. By giving the Pioneers a visual
identity, Marietta College will have a professional look and a higher profile as a college.
Many larger institutions (Boston College, BYU, and San Diego St. University) have been
able to update their logos and team colors, giving them a unified look and an overall
professional feel. The new logo design will provide the athletic department with the
opportunity to bring uniform colors back to one standard and give the College a
consistent look across all athletic teams. This consistent look will hopefully also ignite a
new interest to the retail sale of clothing and merchandise to fans, alumni, and students.
The new athletic logo will unify all of our students, alumni, parents, fans, and athletic
teams. It can give the athletic department a consistent look and the feel of a “big time”
college program. The new logo is flexible and gives each coach choices as to how to use
the logo without changing the overall feel and look of the logo. The logo comes in both
one color and in a black and white version. It will be used on all material so that it
conveys a simple and consistent message from Marietta College.
As Marietta College continues to strive for excellence in and out of the classroom, it is
imperative that the entire athletic department communicate with a clear, consistent
public identity. The development of Athletic Visual Identity Guidelines by the entire
athletic department is critical to achieving this objective.
The most basic yet comprehensive component of a strong institutional athletic image is a
unified visual presentation. Collectively, all elements of the Marietta College Athletic
Department must present to the world a consistent image that reflects our quality,
professionalism and mission. The Marietta College Pioneers name carries heavy
responsibility. It stands as the sum of the institution’s many parts and embodies the
authentic, recognizable essence of this institution. It must reinforce to many diverse
audiences a definitive and unique impression.
Every time someone from Marietta College communicates with the public, it contributes
to our reputation. Public appearances, publications, stationery, newsletters, T-shirts,
displays, business cards, advertisements, media interviews, Web sites, flyers, signs and
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other forms of communication represent not just the individual or program, but the
entire College. As symbols of a winning athletics program, the logos and logotype must
be used appropriately in both printed and electronic publications. When used correctly,
the result are strong, consistent graphics that inspire confidence in players and staff and
enhance the reputation of the program and the institution. This Athletic Visual Identity
Guidelines manual outlines how and when athletics department staff, merchandising
and printing vendors, and the media may use the Marietta College Pioneers athletics
logos and logotype in publication. This manual covers most, but not all, examples of
acceptable usage. For clarification on the appropriateness of other usages, please consult
the Director of Athletics or the Office of College Relations.
By complying with these specifications, you help project and protect a clear, unifying
image for the College. Marietta College’s Athletic Visual Identity Guidelines feature a
new visual identity, alternate logos, usage guidelines, typography guidelines and a new,
approved stationary style.
Note
The information contained in this manual is intended as a guide to the graphic standards
followed by the Marietta College Athletics Department and the Office of College
Relations. Staff members have been authorized and directed to review all logo
applications, including those complying with the guidelines listed here.
If you have a question about any of the points mentioned in this publication, please
contact the athletic director at 740.376.4667, or the Office of College Relations at
740.376.4715.
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Athletic Visual Identity Guidelines
All materials printed or produced by the Marietta College Department of Athletics, or in
the name of Marietta College Pioneers, will adhere to the guidelines of the Marietta
College Athletics Visual Identity. Extra copies of the manual are available from the
Department of Athletics.
The graphic elements contained in this guide are not to be altered in any manner and are
reserved for use by Marietta College Athletics only. The Director of Athletics must
approve any exceptions.
• Individuals may not order any merchandise (clothing, stationery, etc.) that do
not conform to these guidelines, including all items purchased/produced in-
house or by third-party vendors.
• Apparel-related items may require additional guidelines. Please contact the
Director of Athletics or College Art Director.
• All design and ordering of stationary, envelopes, and business cards must be
initiated through the Office of College Relations.
Marietta College’s athletics imagery is one of the most visible representations of the
College’s visual identity. In order to strengthen and maintain this image, the College has
developed this guide to define specific, acceptable uses of athletics logos, images, and
fonts:
• When printing the names of individual teams and programs, the College’s
approved, specially designated type font must be used.
• Each of the images shown in this guide must appear in a horizontal and square
position. No other format is acceptable.
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bbee ddiissccoonnttiinnuueedd aass nneeww iitteemmss aarree oorrddeerreedd..
• In accordance with all graphic standards and uniform guidelines, images shown
are only a sampling of how the logos will be personalized to fit each athletic
program.
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Marietta College Visual Identity Marks
Marietta College’s athletic visual identity is based on a system of official graphic marks,
coordinated to help the public easily identify the College athletics and to promote
Marietta’s distinctiveness and visibility among its many important audiences. The
images depicted are the official athletic visual identity marks of Marietta College. To
promote strength and consistency—and to protect important trademark registrations—
use of these marks should adhere to the graphic standards outlined in this manual.
Official Marietta College Athletics Logo
The primary Marietta College Pioneers athletic logo uses a stylized Pioneer and
incorporates the word “Pioneers” in white with a Sliver/gray and Navy Blue outline. For
the vvaasstt mmaajjoorriittyy ooff aapppplliiccaattiioonnss,, tthhee PPrriimmaarryy LLooggoo sshhoouulldd bbee uusseedd. The primary logo is
preferred for most uses. Where possible, print the entire image in Marietta College Blue
(PMS 281 or PMS ) and either Metallic Silver, 30% of PMS Black, or PMS Cool Gray 3.
Secondary LogoUse of the secondary logos is acceptable for most applications, and is used at the
discretion of the individual coach or Director of Athletics. The following secondary logos
and wordmarks are permissible, but are to be used as the first choice when not using the
Primary Logo.
• “Pioneers Head Logo”
Wordmarks• “Marietta” is fully acceptable to be used as the secondary mark and is to be used
when not using the Primary Logo.
• “Pioneers Word Logo”
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Logo Type Options
There are two logo type options for general athletics use. Either one may be used. In
addition, each individual program has its own team-specific logo type designation for
related items.
EExxaammppllee 11:: This is how the PIONEERS
Logo Type would be used with an
individual program.
EExxaammppllee 22:: This is how the Logo Type would
be used with an individual program.
EExxaammppllee 33:: This is an example of how
the one-color PIONEERS Logo Type
would be used with an individual
program or general athletics.
EExxaammppllee 44:: This is an example of the one-
color Logo Type would be used with an
individual program or athletics in general.
EExxaammppllee 55:: This is an example of the
one-color Primary Logo and how it can
be customized for an individual
program.
EExxaammppllee 66:: This is an example of the full-
color Primary Logo and how it can be
customized for an individual program.
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Guidelines
To assure that the logos are used correctly, the following guidelines have been
established. Exceptions to the rules outlined below require approval of the Office of
College Relations.
Color Reproduction
The official colors of Marietta College are “Marietta Blue” (Pantone Matching System
PMS 281 for coated paper and PMS 295 for uncoated paper) white and gray. When gray
or metallic silver cannot be used the alternative is 30% black. All of the Marietta College
visual identity marks must appear in their entirety in either Marietta Blue (PMS 281
coated, PMS 295 uncoated), black, gray, or in white for reverse-out applications.
Since white is one of Marietta’s official colors, white paper is usually a better choice than
off-white or colored papers for printed publications, and provides a white background
when reversing out Marietta’s athletic visual identity marks.
When ordering materials from a vendor (for example, shirts and mugs) asking for “navy
blue” is acceptable.
281 C 295 UC White Cool Gray 3 Metallic Silver
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Reproduction and Minimum Size
Whenever possible, the logo should be used in one of the standard sizes as described in
this manual. The logo must never be reproduced smaller than the minimum size.
Reducing the logo further compromises the integrity of the icon and the readability of
the wordmark.
Primary Logo
Minimum size width 1.25 inches
Head Logo
Minimum size 1.25 inches
Pioneers Wordmark
Minimum size width 1.75 inches
Marietta Wordmark
Minimum size width 1.75 inches
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Incorrect Logo Usages
To ensure visual consistency, promote recognition, and preserve its trademark status, tthhee
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ddeemmoonnssttrraattee mmaannyy,, bbuutt nnoott aallll,, iinnccoorrrreecctt uusseess ooff tthhee llooggoo::
1. The logo should never be reproduced from
a Web site or previously printed
publication.
2. The logo cannot be redrawn, re-set, re-
proportioned or distorted, nor can it be
printed from an unapproved or
unenhanced electronic output (for
example, laser printer, fax or copy
machine).
3. The logo should never be printed within a
border or other type of artwork.
4. To ensure legibility, the logo is best used
on a solid background, rather than over-
printed on a photograph, on a heavily
textured design or on top of other words.
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5. The logo cannot be substituted for the words "Marietta College Pioneers" in a
publication’s title; nor can it be used as the subject "Marietta College Pioneers" in a
sentence, tag line or slogan.
6. The words "Pioneers" and "Marietta
College" cannot be set in another typeface
and used in place of the official logotype.
7. The Pioneer head and logo should not be
reversed; the head must appear to be
looking right.
8. Colors should be printed exactly as shown in the color breaks, or as necessary to
comply with NCAA regulations. TTHHEERREE SSHHOOUULLDD BBEE NNOO CCOOLLOORR
SSUUBBSSTTIITTUUTTIIOONNSS!!
Support the tonight
P IONEERSIONEERS
P IONEERSMARIETTA COLLEGE
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9. The logo should not be reproduced at an
angle other than horizontal.
10. The logo Pioneers Word Logo and
Pioneers with mascot ccaannnnoott bbee pprroodduucceedd
with anything other than either AA)) the text Marietta College or BB)) the individual sport team. Both
Marietta College and the sports team
cannot appear under the logo.
11. Logo ccaannnnoott bbee sseeppaarraatteedd from the
“Pioneers” art unless approved. Only in a
few specific cases can the Pioneer art be
removed (example: 2003-05 football
helmets).
B A S K E T B A L L
B A S K E T B A L L
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12. NO PRE-EXISTING ARTWORK MAY BE USED ON ANY MARIETTA COLLEGE
ATHLETIC MATERIAL. ANY ARTWORK, FOR ANY NEW MATERIAL SHOULD
BE ARTWORK DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL.
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Reverse Applications
The athletic logo, on occasion, will need to be printed in reverse (white logo on dark
background). Special artwork for this usage has been created so that the logo will always
be easily distinguishable. When this form of use is required (in black and white or in
color), the correct artwork must be obtained from the Office of College Relations along
with printing advice and approval.
All logos may be reversed out. Meaning they may be reproduced as white on a dark
background. TTHHIISS IISS NNOOTT RREECCOOMMMMEENNDDEEDD AASS AA FFIIRRSSTT OOPPTTIIOONN AANNDD SSHHOOUULLDD
OONNLLYY BBEE UUSSEEDD IINN EEXXTTRREEMMEE CCAASSEESS WWHHEERREE OONNEE OOFF TTHHEE OOTTHHEERR LLOOGGOO OOPPTTIIOONNSS
CCAANNNNOOTT BBEE UUSSEEDD.. A 1-color version of all logos are available on the CD included with
this package and are available through the Sports Information Office or Office of College
Relations.
All other logos on a dark background are produced with a white border or a keyline. If
this form of the logo will not work, the correct artwork must be obtained from the Office
of College Relations along with printing advice and approval.
Patterned Backgrounds
All marks should not be used on patterned backgrounds if at all possible. If there is a
question that arises about the useability on a patterned background please feel free to
consult the College Art Director about the logo usage.
Primary LogoRReevveerrsseedd
Primary Logo on color background
with a keyline (white border).
Control or Protected Area
When using the logo, it is important that the area immediately surrounding the logo
remain free of type or other graphics, so that nothing competes with the logo itself.
Logo Use with Other Symbols
Only the athletic logo or Marietta College logo is to be used on official college
publications. The Marietta College Pioneers athletic logo may appear on the same page
with that of another organization, but only to show co-sponsorship of an event or
program, or as an illustration of group membership (i.e. Ohio Athletic Conference
institutions); in either case, approval by the Director of Athletics or Office of College
Relations is required.
Specialty Applications
Specialty applications of the logo (mugs, bumper stickers, T-shirts, decals, etc.) must be
approved in advance by the Director of Athletics or Office of College Relations.
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The gray represents the CONTROL AREA
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Letterhead
Marietta College’s official athletics letterhead may be ordered by contacting the Office of
College Relations. Athletic departments may order letterhead customized for their
individual program as shown below. To maintain consistency and professionalism in all
College correspondence, individual campus entities or persons mmaayy nnoott ddeessiiggnn their own
letterhead. To order letterhead, call the Office of College Relations, Director of Printing
and Production at ext. 4727 (on campus) or at 740.376.4727 (off campus).
Doug Foote, Head Men’s Basketball CoachMarietta College • 215 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750-4013
Phone: (740) 376-4612 • Fax: (740) 376-4674 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.marietta.edu
CUSTOMIZED PROGRAM-SPECIFIC LETTERHEAD
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Envelopes
The standard address block used for all Marietta College athletic envelopes and labels is
illustrated below. For more information, or to order, contact the Office of College
Relations at ext. 4727 (on campus) or at 740.376.4727 (off campus).
Patrick Holguin, Head Coach Men’s and Women’s Soccer215 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750-4013
CUSTOMIZED PROGRAM-SPECIFIC ENVELOPES
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Business Cards
To maintain a consistent and professional image for Marietta College, the business card
format illustrated below will be used for all athletic department personnel. Individual
campus units or persons mmaayy nnoott ddeessiiggnn their own Marietta College business cards. To
order business cards, call the Office of College Relations at ext. 4727 (on campus) or at
740.376.4727 (off campus).
215 Fifth StreetMarietta, OH 45750-4013Phone: (740) 376-4664Fax: (740) 376-4440
E-mail: [email protected]
Curt WieseHead Football Coach
Doug Foote, Head Men’s Basketball CoachMarietta College • 215 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750-4013
Phone: (740) 376-4612 • Fax: (740) 376-4674 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.marietta.edu
2.5 “
1 “
1 “
1.25 “
April 5, 2006
Mr. Name O. Person
123 Maple Street
Marietta, OH 45750
The progressive subway ran away noisily, because umpteen obese Macintoshes laughed, even though elephants
kisses umpteen silly Klingons, but five lampstands gossips, even though one almost angst-ridden ticket tickled two
chrysanthemums. One orifice marries umpteen dogs. Obese orifices bought umpteen quite angst-ridden subways.
Two lampstands fights the purple trailers, and one subway tickled the silly dogs. Five progressive chrysanthemums
partly drunkenly bought umpteen very obese televisions, although the chrysanthemums quickly abused one
irascible dog. Umpteen orifices partly drunkenly fights chrysanthemums.
One cat tastes five bourgeois trailers. The orifice grew up, then two pawnbrokers tickled Quark. One quixotic
elephant untangles five orifices. Obese bureaux grew up.
Five almost irascible trailers annoyingly abused umpteen mats, yet the obese Jabberwockies auctioned off one
bourgeois subway, then five elephants laughed. The fountain untangles two trailers, although Phil gossips, and
bureaux slightly cleverly perused one subway. Two aardvarks marries the botulism, although one Klingon
annoyingly kisses the mat.
One speedy chrysanthemum ran away, however two pawnbrokers fights the bourgeois lampstand, although Dan
towed one aardvark.
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Correspondence Style Guidelines
To provide a more standardized, professional look for Marietta College correspondence,
the College ssuuggggeessttss that the letter begin at least 2.5” from the top of the page with a 1”
margin at both the right and left. A 11/4” margin should be set at the bottom of the
page. Letters should be printed in 11 point Arial (sans serif ) or Times New Roman (serif )
font and should follow the format shown below.
1”
1”
1.25”
Second sheet
letterhead margins
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Recommended Type Styles
The recommended type styles for Marietta College’s stationery and campus-wide
marketing materials are listed below. These type styles possess a dignified, easy-to-read
quality and their use is encouraged for body copy in brochures, newsletters,
advertisements, and other communications. If you have a question about a font usage
please contact the College Art Director 740.376.4715.
StonePrint-Roman
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
SSttoonneePPrriinntt--BBoolldd
AABBCCDDEEFFGGHHIIJJKKLLMMNNOOPPQQRRSSTTUUVVWWXXYYZZ11223344556677889900
aabbccddeeffgghhiijjkkllmmnnooppqqrrssttuuvvwwxxyyzz11223344556677889900
StonePrint-Italic
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
StonePrint-Roman Small Caps
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
StonePrint-Italic Small Caps
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
Times New Roman
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
Times New Roman Bold
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
Arial - Normal
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
Akzidenz Grotesk - NormalABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
Akzidenz Grotesk - BoldABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
Akzidenz Grotesk - NormalABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ1234567890abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890
SERIF
SANS SERIF
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Baseball Logo and Crew Shield
Under the current Athletic Visual Identity the Marietta College Baseball logo and crew
shield will be kept in use. The baseball MC and crew shield will ONLY be used in
references to the Marietta College baseball team and crew teams. All color standards and
identity standards will apply to the baseball MC and crew shield.
Official Marietta College Logo
In the summer of 2006, the Marietta College President and Cabinet officially approved
this logo to serve as Marietta College’s primary visual identity mark of the institution for
use on its stationery package, merchandise, and all printed and electronic publications.
The “Erwin Tower” oval icon represents Marietta College’s history of commitment to
academics and to its liberal arts foundation.
Official Marietta College Seal
The Marietta College seal is the official ceremonial mark of the institution. As such, it is
reserved for more limited use than the logo.
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Approval Process
If a job is produced through the Office of College Relations, then it meets the guidelines
set forth in this document and will receive an approval number for the vendor
responsible for producing the job.
If for some reason a department produces a piece that carries the Marietta College logo,
but has not been produced by College Relations then that job will need to be approved
by College Relations. The person or department developing a job needs to submit a copy
of the project to College Relations in person or by email. The project will then be
reviewed by the College Relations staff (to ensure the logos and colors are correct) and
will be either returned for adjustments to be made or approved and assigned an approval
number. An approval number is required before a vendor may begin working on that
job. The approval process is not intended to slow down the production of a job and it
will be done in as timely a manner as possible.
Trademark Information
Marietta College’s athletic visual identity marks are currently in the process of being
registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This means that:
• Neither the College’s marks or approximations may be used to identify entities other
than Marietta College.
• The College’s rights to revenue generated by the commercial use of its marks is
protected.
• The College’s marks cannot be altered or used inappropriately without jeopardizing
legal protective status.
• Marks, when used on apparel, should be displayed with the “TM” symbol indicating
trademark status.
Merchandising
The College presents a wide variety of merchandise to students and alumni. The primary
hub for Marietta College merchandise is the College Bookstore, which has developed
strategies for incorporating the College’s athletic visual identity into its merchandise.
Campus departments, offices, and program areas may also order merchandise for the
audiences that they serve. Although these items are often prepared according to the
prevailing fashion style or vogue, most suppliers are capable of preparing customized
items to match Marietta College’s athletic visual identity. While additional production
costs may sometimes result, vveennddoorrss mmuusstt aallwwaayyss rreepprroodduuccee oouurr ooffffiicciiaall vviissuuaall iiddeennttiittyy
mmaarrkkss aass ddeessiiggnneedd aanndd mmaattcchh PPMMSS 228811 oorr PPMMSS 229955 eexxaaccttllyy ((ffoorr pprriinntteedd mmaatteerriiaallss)) oorr aass
cclloosseellyy aass ppoossssiibbllee ffoorr ootthheerr mmeerrcchhaannddiissee wwhheerree PPMMSS mmaattcchhiinngg ccaappaabbiilliittiieess ddoo nnoott eexxiisstt
((uussuuaallllyy NNaavvyy BBlluuee))..
To protect the trademarks of the College, aallll iitteemmss bearing Marietta College’s name or
logos must be officially licensed and approved. The Office of College Relations is
responsible for coordinating the College's licensing and trademark program. This officemmuusstt aapppprroovvee aallll mmeerrcchhaannddiissee bbeeaarriinngg tthhee nnaammee aanndd//oorr ssyymmbboollss ooff tthhee ccoolllleeggee pprriioorr ttoo
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mmaannuuffaaccttuurriinngg oorr ddiissttrriibbuuttiioonn.. The College strongly suggests that when ordering items
(such as mugs, keychains, shirts, and pens) that you do so through the Office of College
Relations and by contacting the Director of Printing and Production (ext. 4727). The
Office is prepared to handle such requests and in many cases can save the client money
by taking bids from multiple merchandising vendors. Camera-ready art can be e-mailed
to vendors so they may produce their merchandise according to Marietta’s standards.
The Office of College Relations will be the sole judge of acceptability and reserves the
right to grant approval of uses and designs that may deviate from these guidelines.
Note to Vendors
The visual identity marks depicted in this manual are trademarks of Marietta College. All
graphic standards and restrictions outlined in this manual apply to the production of all
merchandise—whether purchased by the College or by outside funding. Design
alterations or substitutions are strictly prohibited without the express written consent of
the College Art Director (see page 25 for contact information).
All jobs produced at Marietta College that carry the official logo need to have an approval
number (as discussed on page 23). WWiitthhoouutt tthhiiss nnuummbbeerr,, MMaarriieettttaa CCoolllleeggee rreesseerrvveess tthhee
rriigghhtt ttoo rreejjeecctt ddeelliivveerryy ooff,, aanndd ppaayymmeenntt ffoorr,, mmaatteerriiaallss ccoonnttaaiinniinngg uunnaauutthhoorriizzeedd oorr
iinnccoorrrreecctt uussaaggeess ooff tthhee MMaarriieettttaa CCoolllleeggee vviissuuaall iiddeennttiittyy mmaarrkkss,, iinncclluuddiinngg tthhee CCoolllleeggee llooggoo,,
sseeaall,, aanndd aatthhlleettiicc llooggooss..
How to Obtain Visual Identity Marks
Marietta College’s visual identity marks are available by requesting production-ready files
through the Office of College Relations or the Sports Information Director. (Please allow
1-2 working days for your request.)
CCoonnttaacctt IInnffoorrmmaattiioonn::
Art Director
Marietta College
215 Fifth Street
Marietta, OH 45750
ext. 4715 (on campus)
740.376.4715 (off campus)
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Office of College Relations Contacts
HHuubb BBuurrttoonn
Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations and College Relations
ext. 4402
740.376.4402
TToomm PPeerrrryy
Director of College Relations
ext. 4408
740.376.4408
RRyyaann ZZuunnddeellll
Art Director
ext. 4715
740.376.4715
AAddeelliinnee BBaaiilleeyy
Director of Printing and Production
ext. 4717
740.376.4717
FFrraannkk DDiilllleerr
Web Master
ext. 4857
740.376.4857
JJeeffff MMooyyeerrss
Print Shop Supervisor
ext. 4610
740.376.4610