The Office of Communications and Public Affairs offers a full range of communications expertise, working as an integrated team on your behalf. Whether your project is planned across multiple channels or requires a specific piece of media, our team is made up of people with the skills and experience needed to help you succeed.
Working with OCPA
Areas of Expertise
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Writing and Editing
Our editorial team brings more than 70 years of combined professional experience to editing, proofreading, and writing projects of every size.
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Marketing and Design
The Marketing and Design teams can develop marketing plans, produce print and digital materials, and coordinate the creative work that helps UMB schools and departments reach their audiences.
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Web and Digital Media
From brief content updates to full website redesigns, our web team delivers user-centered digital solutions with expert guidance and transparent timelines.
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Photography and Videography
From portraits and event coverage to video production and drone footage, our team documents the people and moments that tell the UMB story. Post-production is included in all services.
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Social Media
OCPA can help UMB schools and departments build a social media presence that resonates with audiences, offering strategy, content creation, event coverage, and platform training.
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News and Media
The media team promotes UMB research, innovations, and scholarship by connecting UMB experts with local and national media, distributing news releases, and keeping the campus community informed through The Elm.
Specialized Services
Some projects require additional planning, coordination, and University-specific standards. Explore guidance and support for specialized communications projects.
Advertising and Signage
Guidance on window and door graphics, large-scale signage, and campus digital displays. We help you navigate approvals and connect you with the right vendors.
Signage
Vehicle Branding
Standards and resources for University vehicle graphics. We help guide you through design, approvals, and installation from start to finish.
Vehicle BrandingMeet Our Team
New to working with OCPA? Meet the experts behind our work and the areas they support across communications, marketing, creative, and digital services.
Self-Service Resources
Contact
Communications and Public Affairs
220 Arch St.
13th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
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