Templates for Download
At Marketing & Creative Services, we are pleased to offer a series of templates for university departments and schools to download. These templates were designed to ensure that official and business office documents follow the university’s Identity Standards & Guidelines.
The templates you can currently download include:
- Zoom and Webex virtual background images
- MS PowerPoint templates (three options)
- Fax coversheet template
- Memo templates (Word and PDF options available for use)
- Email signatures
If you have questions regarding how to use these templates, please email [email protected].
If you are looking to create a custom template for a specific department or presentation, please submit a design project planner request.
If you are looking to order business cards, letterhead (print and electronic) and/or envelopes, these items can be downloaded through iBuy, which adhere to the university's branding guidelines.
Zoom and Webex Virtual Backgrounds
We are pleased to offer GW-branded virtual background images for Zoom and Webex.
Note: Virtual backgrounds may not be available on all versions of Zoom and Webex. If you have questions about using backgrounds on your computer or mobile device, contact the GW IT Support Center.
PowerPoint Templates
To use the templates, you need MS PowerPoint 7.0 or higher:
- Download and open the desired powerpoint.
- You can choose from two color options by going to View > Slide Master and choosing the preferred slide styles.
- Customize each slide within the theme by using different built in layout options under the Layout button.
- Repeat this step until your presentation is complete.
- Go to File > Save As when ready.
Fax Templates
We are pleased to offer a Fax coversheet template for download.
To use the Fax template, you need Acrobat Reader:
- Download and open the Fax template PDF.
- Type your text where needed.
- Send to print at your local printer.
You will not be able to save the typed information unless you have Acrobat Pro installed on your device.
Memos
We also have two Memo templates for download.
MS Word Template
- Download and open the MS Word template(.doc).
- Type memo content.
- Go to File > Save As when ready and save as you would normally save an MS word document.
PDF Template
- To use the Memo PDF template, you need Acrobat Reader:
- Download and open the Memo PDF template.
- Type memo content.
- Go to File > Save As and save as you would normally save a PDF.
You will not be able to save the typed information unless you have Acrobat Pro installed on your device.
Email Signatures
To use these email signatures, follow these steps:
- Go to your GW Gmail settings and create an email signature.
- Click one of the "copy" buttons below to copy your preferred GW signature layout.
- Paste the GW signature into Gmail and customize with your contact information.
- Save your changes, and send a test email to yourself or a friend.
- If desired, use the Gmail formatting options to adjust the text size.
- Please contact [email protected] if you encounter any technical issues adding the GW signature.
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Firstname M. Lastname Title | Department Division/School The George Washington University o 000-000-0000 m 000-000-0000 [email protected] |
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Firstname M. Lastname Title | Department Division/School The George Washington University o 000-000-0000 m 000-000-0000 [email protected] |
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