Before Sending a Request
We recommend having the following information ready before you submit a project request:
- Date when you need the project completed
- Contact info for all approvers of the project
- The account number for billing
Estimates and Billing
Signed estimates are required before our work begins.
We keep clients aware of progress against estimates and send a final invoice at the end of the project for your records. The CALS Communications business officer processes invoices via interdepartmental transfer.
Rates
Standard Rates
- $75/hour – most services
- $80/hour – video production
- $80/hour – website design and development
- $70/hour – photography (this service is provided in collaboration with University Communications and Marketing)
If the project requires the use of external resources, we will provide advance notice and cost confirmation before initiation.
Consultations
Designed a flyer and want to know if it’s on-brand? Do you know if your content is AP style-approved? We will review your work and give guidance so you’ll always comply with NC State brand standards. This is a complimentary service to all of our CALS partners.
Rush and After-Hours Rates
The rush and the after-hour rate is 1.5 times the standard rate. We apply rush rates in instances when:
- we must rearrange schedules that result in evening (after 5 p.m.), weekend or overtime work.
- services we agree to provide
We will notify you in advance if a rush rate applies in other circumstances.
Printing and Hard Goods
Printing and hard-good costs are priced separately. For these items, we obtain competitive vendor bids to ensure the best value for your budget.