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Brand Guide 2018
3. Stationery
3.1 Namecards
3.2 Letterhead
3.3 Envelopes
4. Brochure Covers
4.1 Overview
4.2 Schools
4.3 Institutes/Centres/Labs
4.4 Institutes/Centres/Labs with Co-Branding
4.5 School-based Programmes
4.6 School-based Programmes with Co-Branding
4.7 Department-based Programmes
4.8 Department-based Programmes with Co-Branding
4.9 Programmatic Core
4.10 Thematic Clusters
CONTENT
1. The SMU Brand
1.1 Introduction & Vision 2025
1.2 Positioning
1.3 Brand Proposition
1.4 Our Values
1.5 Brand Personality
1.6 Tone of Voice
2. Key Design Elements
2.1 Overview
2.2 Logo
2.3 Colour
2.4 Imagery
2.5 Typography
1. The SMU Brand
1. ThE SMU BrAnD
1.1
Visual Identity System Guidelines | The Brand Intent 1.1
INTRODUCTION & VISION 2025
The Singapore Management University (SMU) places a high priority on developing and maintaining a consistent corporate image in order to reinforce its status and position, bothin the local and wider communities.
Our brand is much more than a series of words, or a logo. It embodies whatSMU is all about; it tells people whowe are, what we stand for, and whatwe offer.
Why do we care about the SMU brand? This is primarily because a good brand creates opportunities to fulfil SMU’s vision. It encourages students to consider SMU, donors to contribute to our worthy causes, and our communities (geographical, professional and ideological) to support our initiatives.
VISION 2025
To be a great and iconic global-city University in Asia that excels in tackling the world’s complexities and impacting humanity positively, and producing leaders of tomorrow through its transformative education and multi-disciplinary research, to provide insights in solving these problems.
SMU Vision 2025 has been pivotal to our University’s strategic directions, giving us added impetus to innovate and stay a forerunner in the tertiary education sector, and contribute to Singapore and beyond.
The SMU brand guide is presented as a series of chapters. This is the day-to-day guidance of its applications, covering various key aspects of our corporate identity.
1.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | The Brand Intent 1.2
We create positive impact on business, government and society in Asia and beyond.
WhY ThIS MATTErS
POSITIONING
Positioning is ultimately about how we want to be thought of, and how we are differentiated from other universities.
More than a series of words, we think of this as an invitation to use the SMU positioning statement as a lens in considering how we can actively participate in imagining a better future together through what we do and how we do it.
SMU is a dynamic city University in the heart of Singapore. We are a specialised University focused on Management, Social Sciences and Technology, and their intersections.
WhAT SETS US APArT
We adopt an integrated research-teaching-learning-practice approach that fostersinnovative learning experiences and developsinfluential change agents and leaders.
hOW WE WILL MAKE A DIFFErEnCE
1.3
Visual Identity System Guidelines | The Brand Intent 1.3
The SMU Brand Proposition, which we refer to as “Meaningful Impact”, is driven by our values. We seek to go beyond self-interest to create positive change in business, government and society in Asia and beyond.
We are committed to being a Game Changer, providing a transformative education for a generation of graduates; a Catalyst, leading in cutting -edge multidisciplinary research; and a Global Exemplar, as a pre-eminent and esteemed global-city University in Asia. All these and more, are embedded in our value proposition of making Meaningful Impact.
Whether it is making an impact in the community or leading multi-disciplinary research that addresses key societal issues, we seek to make a difference.
WE BELIEVE IN MAKING CHANGE THAT MATTERS.
BRAND PROPOSITION: MEAnInGFUL IMPACT
1.4
Visual Identity System Guidelines | The Brand Intent 1.4
OUR VALUES
Our values determine how we conduct ourselves as an organisation; they guide the decisions we make and the way we behave.
COMMITMEnT
Sticking to an agreement and seeing a project through to completion even when the going gets tough.
COLLEGIALITY
Collegiality means more than just getting along with people. It means being a responsible citizen within the University community.
InTEGrITY
Being honest and truthful with yourself and especially with others.
LEADErShIP
Leadership is an influence, a conviction and a responsibility a team establishes.
rESPOnSIBILITY
The voluntary act of holding oneself accountable for one’s own actions.
EXCELLEnCE
Excellence entails giving your very best in every endeavour you undertake.
1.4
1.5
Visual Identity System Guidelines | The Brand Intent 1.5
We deliver transformative education through innovative curriculum, co-curriculum and pedagogies, and contribute novel research insights, thus inspiring students to think differently and helping business, government and society to solve the world’s challenges uniquely and impactfully
We are a “multi-product” University, delivering integrative research, teaching, learning and practice. We drive change that positively impacts business, government and society
Our purpose is clear, to deliver innovative teaching, meaningful learning experiences and impactful research that touches lives
Our values of commitment, integrity, responsibility, collegiality, leadership and excellence are enduring qualities that define who we are and inform how we go about our work
We are a specialised global city University that creates influential change agents and future-forward leaders
We understand how the world works and are unafraid to challenge the status quo to blaze trails towards greater good
InnOVATIVE
MULTI-FACETED
PUrPOSEFUL
AUThEnTIC
ChAnGE-MAKEr
TrAILBLAZInG
BRAND PERSONALITY
Personality is what makes us recognisable to others. It’s not just what we do but the way in which we do it.
Our personality is the way we express ourselves outwardly and these traits are important tools in helping us identify and frame the content of our communications.
The SMU Brand Personality is the combination of characteristics or qualities that form our distinctive character.
Personality and purpose go hand-in-hand, and what we interpret as meaningful is shaped by who we are as an institution, and the values that we share.
In our communications, the SMU brand personality is best expressed through the tone of voice and imagery we select, and this should be centred around the proposition of Meaningful Impact.
1.6
Visual Identity System Guidelines | The Brand Intent 1.6
TONE OF VOICE
Our tone of voice will inform and guide how we communicate with stakeholders through our various communication touchpoints.
When choosing imagery, and writing headlines and body copy, ensure that our tone of voice is consistently applied.
Our communications should use “invitational” language to encourage participation and partnership.
Headlines should be written to invite the audience to imagine the desired outcome of any given scenario.
InSPIrATIOnAL
“Imagine if business could make societies better.”
EXAMPLE:
“Through our centre for the analytics of aging, we provide vital insights and information which shape policy to make life for the elderly better.”
EXAMPLE:
“Transform the future together with us.”
EXAMPLE:
COLLABOrATIVEPresent a clear and compelling case for how SMU creates impact through what it does.
AUThOrITATIVE
2. Key Design Elements
2. KEY DESIGn ELEMEnTS
2.1
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.1
In a Visual Identity System, several design elements work together to form a strong set of tools to ensure a consistent and unique look for a brand. Together, these elements are referred to as the Key Design Elements.
Each element is designed to contribute to a holistic system that strongly reflects the brand. While each element creates visual impact on its own, they combine to create a look that is uniquely SMU.
The following pages describe these elements in detail.
OVERVIEW
IMAGErY
LOGO
COLOUrS
KEY GrAPhIC
FOnTS
Trade Gothic
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
1234567890
Pantone 2766 Pantone 873
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.1
LOGO1. Introduction
ThE SYMBOLSMU’s majestic Tangram Lion‚ represents Leadership, Strength, Dignity, Wisdom and Loyalty.
The Lion Symbol is the father figure who provides wisdom and guidance, reflecting the country’s original name of Singapura or Lion City. His face is described through a stylised tangram (a Chinese ‘wisdom puzzle’ made up of seven triangular pieces).
The Symbol has been meticulously created to convey the University’s position at the forefront of tertiary education in business, and technology, Social sciences and its strategic partnerships.
ThE COLOUrSThe deep blue is strong and classic. It is legible and authoritative; conveying a sense of clear direction of this powerful, stable colour. It is cool, confident and dignified.
The use of gold in the identity brings in a combination of richness and lightness. It is also a counterbalance to the dark blue. Gold is at the opposite end of the colour spectrum to dark blue. As such, the colours complement each other.
The combination of these two colours also reflects Singapore’s history as a mercantile trading seaport, Gold for Wealth and Blue for the Sea that makesit possible.
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.2
LOGO2. Overview of SMU Signature Family
FOrMAL OPErATIOnAL SIGnATUrEhOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
DUAL LAnGUAGE SIGnATUrEhOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
BUSInESS CArD SIGnATUrE
FOrMAL OPErATIOnAL SIGnATUrEVErTICAL FOrMAT
DUAL LAnGUAGE SIGnATUrEVErTICAL FOrMAT
CErEMOnIAL SEAL
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.3
LOGO3. Signature Usage
This page summarises the main versions of the Signature in use. A wide range of formats are available to maximise its impact on any application.
FOrMAL OPErATIOnAL SIGnATUrES The Formal Operational Signatures must be used in corporate materials, presentations, stationery, letterheads, advertising and promotions.
CErEMOnIAL SEAL The Ceremonial Seal is for special usage only, ie. degree certificates, ceremonial occasions, commencement materialsand merchandise.
ThE CErEMOnIAL SEAL
USAGE: • CORPORATE MATERIALS• PRESENTATIONS• STATIONERY• LETTERHEADS• ADVERTISING• PROMOTIONS
USAGE: • DEGREE CERTIFICATES • CEREMONIAL OCCASIONS • COMMENCEMENT MATERIALS• MERCHANDISE
FOrMAL OPErATIOnAL SIGnATUrEhOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
FOrMAL OPErATIOnAL SIGnATUrEVErTICAL FOrMAT
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.4
LOGO4. Single-Language Signatures
The Formal Operational Signatures are considered single-language Signatures.
Each Signature comprises three parts:• A symbol referred to as
the Tangram Lion
• A logotype consisting the capital letters ‘S’, ‘M’ and ‘U’
• The full name of the University ‘Singapore Management University’
Together these create the single-language Signatures. They come in both horizontal and vertical formats.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT This is the preferred option. This version includes the SMU initials as well as the full name. The logotype and full name are placed on the right of the symbol. The full name appears in two lines.
VErTICAL FOrMAT In this version, all parts are centred and the logotype and full name are placed below the symbol. The full name appears in two lines.
TYPOGrAPhYThe font used in the logotype and name is Trajan.
VErTICAL FOrMAT
FILE NAME: FOS_V
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
FILE NAME: FOS_h
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.5
LOGO5. Dual-Language Signatures
VErTICAL FOrMAT
FILE NAME: DLS_V
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
FILE NAME: DLS_h
The Dual-Language Signatures include a Chinese translation of the university’s name placed below the English name.
They come in both horizontal and vertical formats.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT The logotype, as well as English and Chinese names, are placed on the right of the symbol. The English name appears in two lines while the Chinese name is placed below it in one line.
VErTICAL FOrMAT All parts are centred, with the logotype, as well as English and Chinese names placed below the symbol. The English name appears in two lines while the Chinese name is placed below it in one line.
TYPOGrAPhYThe logotype and English name are set in Trajan.
The Chinese name is set in a modifiedversion of Han Yi Zhong Hei Jian.
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.7
LOGO7. Construction Grid, Single-Language Signatures
A grid is provided as a measurement and proportional relationship reference for manual reproduction purposes where photo-reproduction is not possible.
It helps maintain the proportion of the elements such as painted application on hoardings and signage.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
VErTICAL FOrMAT
X
X
0.5X
0.5X
2X
X
X
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.8
LOGO8. Construction Grid, Dual-Language Signatures
A grid is provided as a measurement and proportional relationship reference for manual reproduction purposes where photo-reproduction is not possible.
It helps maintain the proportion of the elements such as painted application on hoardings and signage.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
VErTICAL FOrMAT
X
X
0.5X
0.5X
0.5X
0.5X
0.5X
2X
X
X
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.9
LOGO9. Clearspace, Single-Language Signatures
To ensure that the Signature or Logotype is clearly visible and easily distinguishable, an area of Clearspace is required around the Signatureto keep it free from any other visual distraction or interference.
In both the horizontal and vertical presentations, the Clearspace would be equal to the height of the letters ‘SMU’ (illustrated at right by repetitionof lighter-coloured SMU border).
NOTE: This clearspace is unique to the Formal Operational Signatures.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
VErTICAL FOrMAT
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.10
LOGO10. Clearspace, Dual-Language Signatures
To ensure that the Signature or Logotype is clearly visible and easily distinguishable, an area of Clearspace is required around the Signatureto keep it free from any other visual distraction or interference.
In both the horizontal and vertical presentations, the Clearspace would be equal to the height of the letters ‘SMU’ (illustrated at right by repetitionof lighter-coloured SMU border).
NOTE: This clearspace is unique to the Formal Operational Signatures.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
VErTICAL FOrMAT
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.11
LOGO11. Preferred Positions
The preferred position of the Signature is either top right or centred.
The preferred positions of Formal Operational Signatures are:
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMATThe preferred position is top right and the Typography is in three lines to the right of the Symbol. The Clearspace above the Signature is double the height of the Typography ‘SMU’, while the Clearspace on both sides and below theSignature is the height of the Typography ‘SMU’.
VErTICAL FOrMATThe preferred position is centredand the Typography is in three lines below the Symbol. The Clearspace above the Signature is double the height of the Typography ‘SMU’, while the Clearspace on both sides and belowthe Signature is the height of the Typography ‘SMU’.
hOrIZOnTAL FOrMAT
VErTICAL FOrMAT
X
2X
X
X
X
X
2X
X
X
X
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.12
LOGO12. Unacceptable Usage
As the Signature is created specially to present a strong visual element, it is imperative that we avoid the examples given on this page. These illustrate the unacceptable variations of the usage of the Signature.
nO DISTOrTIOn OF ShAPE
nO OUTLInE VErSIOn
nO POSITIOnInG OnTOBUSY BACKGrOUnDS
nO TILTInG OF SIGnATUrE
nO InTErChAnGInG OF COLOUrS
nO rECOnFIGUrATIOn OFTYPOGrAPhICAL ELEMEnT
nO USE OF SYMBOL AS SInGLE APPLICATIOn
nO InTrUSIOn InTO CLEArSPACEBY AnY OThEr ELEMEnTS
nO rEArrAnGInG OFSIGnATUrE ELEMEnTS
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.13
LOGO13. Single-Colour Versions
SInGLE-COLOUr Single-colour usage comprises SMU Blue and SMU Gold.
In cases of Process Colour reproduction, the SMU Blue and SMU Gold can be used as shown on the right.
BLACK & WhITE The Signature may be represented in simple Black & White or Monochrome (shades of Gray).
SMU BLUEPANTONE 2766PROCESS 100C 94M 0Y 47K
BLACK & WhITE SIGnATUrES
SInGLE COLOUr SIGnATUrES USInG SInGLE PAnTOnE Or PrOCESS COLOUr
SMU GOLD PANTONE 873PROCESS 40C 50M 80Y 10K
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.14
LOGO14. Coloured Backgrounds
The Signature may be presented on various coloured backgrounds. What is critical is that the Signature is visible with maximum clarity. Depending on the tone and colour of the background, the Signature has to be varied in relation to it. Against darker colours, the Signature will be in reverse white. Against lighter colours, it will be printed in positive.
Please ensure that the background is of a similar tonal value, ie. all tones are either light, where the single-colour version of the Signature is used, or dark, where the Signature is reversed out.
Avoid busy/high contrast backgrounds, ie. light areas and dark areas (see Page 2.2.12 for Unacceptable Usage).
On dark coloured backgroundsThe Signature is reversed out
On mid-toned backgroundsThe Signature is reversed out
On light coloured backgroundsThe single coloured version of theSignature is used.
2.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.2.15
LOGO15. Correct Usage on Varying Backgrounds
The examples on the right show the use of the Signature on varying light to dark tint backgrounds.
This guide is a reference for establishing the value or contrast on black and whitebackgrounds. It is particularly important if you are considering reproduction in newspapers or other single colour applications.
Please note the recommendation for the application of two colours and single colour Signatures. In both cases, maximum background tints are specified and must not be exceeded in order to maintain legibility.
Two Colour versionmay only appear onbackgrounds with upto 20% tint.
Single Colour Goldversion may only appear on backgrounds from 10% to 30% tintand from 90 to 100%.
Single Colour Blueversion may only appear on backgrounds with up to 30% tint.
Black and Whiteor Reverse Whitelogos may only appearon the abovespecified tints.
10%Black
10%Black
10%Black
30%Black
70%90%
20% 20% 20% 40% 80%100%
30% 30% 50%
60%
90%
100%
2.3
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.3.1
Corporate Colours play an important role in projecting a recognisable brand identity for the University. Use of the two corporate coloursis critical when reproducing the University Signature. These are henceforth known as:
• SMU Blue
• SMU Gold
SMU BLUEThe deep blue colour is strong and classic. It is legible and authoritative; conveying a sense of clear direction of this powerful stable colour. It is cool, confident and dignified.
SMU GOLDThe use of gold in the identity brings in a combination of richness and lightness. It is also a counterbalance to the dark blue.
Gold is at the opposite end of the colour spectrum. As such the colours complement one another.
COLOUR1. Corporate Colours
2.3
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.3.2
COLOUR2. School Colours
Each of the schools within the University has its own official colour to visually identify it. These are critical when reproducing the School Signatures:
SChOOL OF ACCOUnTAnCYWarm Red
LEE KOnG ChIAn SChOOL OF BUSInESSWarm Blue
SChOOL OF ECOnOMICS:Deep Turquoise
SChOOL OF InFOrMATIOn SYSTEMSDeep Yellow
SChOOL OF LAWRoyal Purple
SChOOL OF SOCIAL SCIEnCESEmerald Green
A deep purple was chosen for this School for its associations with dignity and wisdom. A powerful colour, purple is often used by royalty and dignitaries on important occasions, and connotes nobility and ceremony. Purple combines the stability (yin) of the blue and the energy (yang) of the red to form a confident and inspiring symbol for the School.
This rich, lush colour has been chosen for its associations with growth and new hope, providing a fertile environment nurturing young minds. Balanced by soothing ‘yin’ properties, Emerald Green is brimming with vitality – supporting, encouraging and propelling students in their ambitions.
This colour has been selected to create a warm and positive impression for the School. It has a rich colour; bold, powerful and compelling. But this red has a softness that balances the energy of the colour. It is auspicious (red) but not garish. It has a sense of quality, ‘yang’, thoughtfulness, richness and power.
This School will be represented by a warm deep blue colour that will work comfortably with the dark blue and gold of the SMU identity. The blue is vibrant enough to appeal to students, yet calm and collected enough to reflect the prestige and power of the School and the lessons within it. It is an unusual blue in that there is a hint of magenta in the colour to keep the ‘ying’ from overpowering the viewer.
This cool ‘ying’ colour has been selected to complement the deep red. The calmness and richness of the blue-green evokes the sense of introspection and calm reflection inherent in study and learning. The turquoise colour is fresh without being too bright, cool, without being cold.
This School will be represented by a deep, almost royal golden yellow. The colour speaks of sunshine, light and warmth. It is deep enough to allow the white letters to be read (usually inherently difficult). It will appeal to the students and faculty alike and act as a bright, spirited counterpoint to the deeper colours of the other Schools.
SChOOL OF ACCOUnTAnCY
SChOOL OF InFOrMATIOn SYSTEMS
LEE KOnG ChIAn SChOOL OF BUSInESS
SChOOL OF LAWSChOOL OF ECOnOMICS
SChOOL OF SOCIAL SCIEnCES
2.5
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.5
IMAGERY
Main images must be inspirational and encourage the viewer to imagine the possibility of making things better. We should always avoid using images that do not express an idea.
Here are some guidelines to selecting or producing main images:
SUBJECTS • Always engaged and
positive-looking
• Use natural poses
• Always show people in settings related to their field of study
STYLE• Natural lighting
and colour tones
• Off-centred, subject focus
• Low depth-of-field with distinct foreground, middleground and background elements
Principles
2.6
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Key Design Elements 2.6
TYPOGRAPHYOverview
One of the key factors in visual system is the use of the typestyle for text or running copy. Using a consistent family of typefaces visually reinforces the identity of SMU.
The typefaces selected here are as much for their legibility as for their significance in specific uses.
The examples on the right show the primary typefaces for Corporate and Bodycopy usage.
COrPOrATE TYPEFACES• Trajan is the main font used in
conjunction with the Singapore Management University Signature. It has a classical appeal yet conveys a contemporary look.
• Trade Gothic is the font used for applications.
BODYCOPY TYPEFACETrade Gothic is the supporting sans serif font used in general text applications. It is recommended for use as a body text in brochures and printed collateral and approved for advertising, print, stationery address blocks and tagline.
Trade Gothic in its variant forms (Roman, Bold No.2, Oblique) may also be used for general office administrative purposes for example; namecards, faxes or memos.
COrPOrATE TYPEFACES
BODYCOPY TYPEFACES
WEB AnD ADMIn TYPEFACE
ChInESE TYPEFACE
SIGnAGE TYPEFACES
5. Stationery
5. STATIOnErY
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Stationery 5.1.1
NAMECARDS
The options stated in Type 1 and Type 2 are based on the ratio between font size and the number of lines on the namecards.
Type 1 namecards allow for Name, Academic Title and one line for Functional Titles including Office & School. The back of the namecard has an option for name and address in foreign language.
Where a local phonetic translation of either the name, email or website is not appropriate, the original is retained in English.
There is an option to print Chinese name next to the English name. In this case, the back of the namecard remains blank as indicated.
NOTE: The SMU logo seen on the namecards has been specifically designed for and is exclusive to the namecard use only.
EnGLISh FrOnT / ChInESE BACK
EnGLISh FrOnT WITh ChInESE nAME OPTIOnWith this option, there is no need to print full Chinese information on reverse.
5.11. Faculty/Staff/School Type 1
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Stationery 5.1.2
Type 2 allows for a larger point size by placing the Title / Office / Dept / School information on one line, e.g. Manager, Corporate Communications.
Type 2 also has the option of printing the Chinese name next to the English name. The back of the namecard remains blank as indicated.
NOTE: The SMU logo seen on the namecards has been specifically designed for and is exclusive to the namecard use only.
Sam SampleTitle/Office/Department/[email protected]
Name in Han Yi Zhong Hei Jian10pt on 8pt leading
Title/Office/Department/School in Han Yi Zhong Hei Jian
8pt on 8pt leading
Details in Trade Gothic7pt on 8pt leading
Sam SampleTitle/Office/Department/[email protected]
Tel: +65 6822 0100 (main) +65 6822 0216 (direct)Hp: +65 9123 4567
Administration Building81 Victoria StreetSingapore 188065
www.smu.edu.sg
Administration Building81 Victoria StreetSingapore 188065
www.smu.edu.sg
Name in Trade Gothic Bold No.29pt on 10pt leading
Title/Office/ Department/School in Oblique
8.5pt on 10pt leading
Email in Trade Gothic8pt on 9pt leading
Details in Trade Gothic 7pt on 8pt leading
Name in Han Yi Zhong Hei Jian10pt can sit alongside English name.
Tel: +65 6822 0100 (main) +65 6822 0216 (direct)Hp: +65 9123 4567
EnGLISh FrOnT / ChInESE BACK
EnGLISh FrOnT WITh ChInESE nAME OPTIOnWith this option, there is no need to print full Chinese information on reverse.
NAMECARDS5.12. Faculty/Staff/School Type 2
5.3
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Stationery 5.3
LETTERHEAD
The FOS_H Signature is at the top left. The Clearspace above and to the left of the Signature is twice the height of the SMU initials. The other margins are as specified in the example.
SMU’s address and contact details are at the bottom left in two lines.
Administrative TypefaceArial, shown here at 10pt on 13pt leading
FOLD LINES
FOLD LINES
An example of a School Letterhead Sign-off
Trade Gothic 8pt on 11pt leading
5.4
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Stationery 5.4.1
ENVELOPES1. DL
Administration Building 81 Victoria Street Singapore 188065
Clear Zone for Postal Barcode
Mr Sam SampleDesignationSample Company Pte Ltd123 Sample Avenue#12-30 SamplebuildingCountry code 123000
20mm
20mm
55mm10mm
SINGAPORE MANAGEMENTUNIVERSITY
40mm
6mm
The Signature is at the top left of the envelope.
SMU’s address and contact details are at the bottom left of the envelope.
Trade Gothic 7pt on 10pt leading
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Stationery 5.4.2
ENVELOPES2. DL Window
The Signature is at the top left of the envelope.
SMU’s address and contact details are at the bottom left of the envelope.
Administration Building 81 Victoria Street Singapore 188065
Clear Zone for Postal Barcode
Mr Sam SampleDesignationSample Company Pte Ltd123 Sample Avenue#12-30 SamplebuildingCountry code 123000
20mm
20mm
55mm10mm
SINGAPORE MANAGEMENTUNIVERSITY
40mm
20mm
6mm
26mm
Trade Gothic 7pt on 10pt leading
5.4
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Stationery 5.4.3
ENVELOPES3. A4
The Signature is at the top left of the envelope.
SMU’s address and contact details are at the bottom left of the envelope.
NOTE: Illustration is shown at 80% of actual size.
Trade Gothic 7pt on 10pt leading
5.4
6. Brochure Covers
6. BrOChUrE COVErS
6.1
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.1
OVERVIEWLayout Templates
The Tangram Banner should feature prominently in all brochure covers. Depending on the entity type, each brochure cover template features the Tangram Banner in a different configuration.
The following pages show examples of how the different templates are used.
NOTE:The guidelines in the following pages are based on the A4 format. Brochures should be set in this size at all times, unless approved by Office of Corporate Communications & Marketing.
SChOOL BrOChUrE COVErS
ThEMATIC CLUSTEr BrOChUrE COVErSPrOGrAMME BrOChUrE COVErSCO-BrAnDED PrOGrAMME BrOChUrE COVErS
InSTITUTE/CEnTrE/LAB BrOChUrE COVErS
CO-BrAnDED InSTITUTE/CEnTrE/LABBrOChUrE COVErS
PrOGrAMMATIC COrE BrOChUrE COVErS
6.2
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.2
SCHOOLS
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) SChOOL nAMEThe School’s name must be inserted within the bottom panel.
COLOUrArea marked with * must be set in the respective School colours.
TYPESETTInGSchool name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 214pts/18ptsAll Capitals
Supporting Text or Proposition Line: Trade Gothic Medium12pts/14ptsSentence Case
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
SCHOOL OF LAW
Raising the bar with all-round Excellence
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
A holistic mindset to tackle the complexities
of today
NAME OF SCHOOL
Supporting Text or Proposition Line
IMAGE AREA
2
1
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6.3
Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.3
INSTITUTES/CENTRES/LABS
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) SChOOL nAMEThe School’s name must be inserted within the bottom panel.
3) InSTITUTE/CEnTrE/LAB nAMEThe Institute/Centre/Lab’s name must be inserted in this panel.
COLOUrAreas marked with * must be set in the respective School colours.
TYPESETTInGSchool name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 210pts, All Capitals
Institute/Centre/Lab name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 212pts/16pts, All Capitals
headline: Trade Gothic Medium24pts/26pts, Title Case, SMU Blue
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Strengthening the security of mobile computing systems, applications and services through technological solutions
SECURE MOBILE CENTRE
SCHOOL OF LAW
CENTRE FOR CROSS BORDER
COMMERICAL LAWIN ASIA
Research Excellence and Informed Debateon Commercial Law in Asia
HeadlineHeadlineHeadline
NAME OF SCHOOL
NAME OF INSTITUTE/CENTRE/LAB
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.4
NAME OF INSTITUTE/CENTRE/LAB
Headline Headline Headline
NAME OF SCHOOL
INSTITUTES/CENTRES/LABS WITH CO-BRANDING
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) SChOOL nAMEThe School’s name must be inserted within the bottom panel.
3) InSTITUTE/CEnTrE/LAB nAMEThe Institute/Centre/Lab’s name must be inserted in this panel.
4) PArTnEr LOGOThe partner’s logo must be inserted in this area.
COLOUrAreas marked with * must be set in the respective School colour.
TYPESETTInGSchool name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 210pts, All Capitals
Institute/Centre/Lab name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 212pts/16pts, All Capitals
headline: Trade Gothic Medium24pts/26pts, Title Case, SMU Blue
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Bringing Smart Nation Analytics to Life
LIVING ANALYTICS RESEARCH CENTRE
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Bringing Smart Nation Analytics to Life
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.5
SCHOOL-BASED PROGRAMMES
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) SChOOL nAMEThe School’s name must be inserted within the bottom panel.
3) PrOGrAMMATIC COrE TYPEThe Programmatic Core type must be inserted in this SMU Gold panel.
COLOUrAreas marked with * must be set in the respective School colour.
TYPESETTInGSchool name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 210pts, All Capitals
Programmatic Core: Trade Gothic Bold No. 214pts/18pts, All Capitals
Programme Title: Trade Gothic MediumTitle Case School colour
Supporting Text or Proposition Line: Trade Gothic Medium12pts/14pts, Sentence Case
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
SCHOOL OFSOCIAL SCIENCES
PhD in PsychologyCutting edge insights into individuals, organisations and societies
RESEARCHDEGREES
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Master of IT in BusinessDriving to new heights with insights MASTERS
NAME OF SCHOOL
PROG TYPESECOND LINE
Title of ProgrammeSupporting Text or Proposition Line
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.6
SCHOOL-BASED PROGRAMMES WITH CO-BRANDING
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) SChOOL nAMEThe School’s name must be inserted within the bottom panel.
3) PrOGrAMMATIC COrE TYPEThe Programmatic Core type must be inserted in this SMU Gold panel.
4) PArTnEr LOGOThe partner’s logo must be inserted in this area.
COLOUrAreas marked with * must be set in the respective School colours.
TYPESETTInGSchool name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 210pts, All Capitals
Programmatic Core: Trade Gothic Bold No. 214pts/18pts, All Capitals
Programme Title: Trade Gothic Medium, Title Case School colour
Supporting Text or Proposition Line: Trade Gothic Medium12pts/14pts, Sentence Case
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLE
MASTERS
SCHOOL OF LAW
Dual LLM in Commercial LawA practical edge for a future in law
NAME OF SCHOOL
PROG TYPESECOND LINE
Title of ProgrammeSupporting Text or Proposition Line
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.7
DEPARTMENT-BASED PROGRAMMES
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) PrOGrAMMATIC COrE TYPEThe Programmatic Core type must be inserted in this SMU Gold panel.
3) DEPArTMEnT nAMEThe department’s name must be indicated at the top left corner.
COLOUrAreas marked with * must be set in SMU Blue.
TYPESETTInGDepartment name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 218pts/18pts, All Capitals
Programmatic Core: Trade Gothic Bold No. 214pts/18pts, All Capitals
Programme Title: Trade Gothic MediumTitle Case SMU Blue
Supporting Text or Proposition Line: Trade Gothic Medium12pts/14pts, Sentence Case
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
PROFESSIONAL
Executive Skills for Board Members in Challenging Times
EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT
Understanding of your role as a director and how to serve the firm more effectively
PROFESSIONAL
SMU ACADEMY
How to Set up Your Own Private Equity FundDeveloping deeper insights and the forumulating of fund strategies
PROG TYPESECOND LINE
Title of ProgrammeSupporting Text or Proposition Line
DEPARTMENT NAME
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.8
PROG TYPESECOND LINE
Title of ProgrammeSupporting Text or Proposition Line
DEPARTMENTNAME
DEPARTMENT-BASED PROGRAMMES WITH CO-BRANDING
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) PrOGrAMMATIC COrE TYPEThe Programmatic Core type must be inserted in this SMU Gold panel.
3) DEPArTMEnT nAMEThe department’s name must be indicated at the top left corner.
4) PArTnEr LOGOThe partner’s logo must be inserted in this area.
COLOUrAreas marked with * must be set in the respective School colour.
TYPESETTInGDepartment name: Trade Gothic Bold No. 218pts/18pts, All Capitals
Programmatic Core: Trade Gothic Bold No. 214pts/18pts, All Capitals
Programme Title: Trade Gothic MediumTitle Case, SMU Blue
Supporting Text or Proposition Line: Trade Gothic Medium12pts/14pts, Sentence Case
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLE
PROFESSIONAL
Asia Leaders Programme in Infrastructure Excellence
EXECUTIVEDEVELOPMENT
Understanding different perspectives in the vast arena of infrastructure
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.9
PROGRAMMATIC CORE
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) PrOGrAMMATIC COrE InDICATOrThe position for the Programmatic Core Indicator is fixed.
3) PrOGrAMME TITLEThe position for the programme title is fixed.
COLOUrSMU Blue and SMU Gold must be applied as shown here.
TYPESETTInGProgramme Title: Trade Gothic Medium32pts/33pts, Title Case
Supporting Text or Proposition Line: Trade Gothic MediumSentence CaseMinimum size: 12pts
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
A new generation of leaders shaping
a better world
Postgraduate ProfessionalProgrammes
Masters
Research Excellence across Management,
Social Sciences & Computing
PhD ProgrammesResearch Degrees
Title ofProgramme
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Visual Identity System Guidelines | Brochure Covers 6.10
THEMATIC CLUSTERS
1) UnIVErSITY LOGOThe position of the SMU Logo is fixed within the top panel.
2) ThEMATIC CLUSTEr InDICATOrThe Theme Indicator must be inserted within the bottom panel.
COLOUrArea marked with * must be set in the respective theme colours.
TEMPLATE ArTWOrKThis template is available as a digital working file. Do not create layouts without using the available template.
SAMPLES
As the garden grows, so does the gardenerGERTRUDE JEKYLL
SMU Green is a University-wide programme that involves students, staff and faculty in cultivating change through experiential and reflexive learning.
GREEN
An experiential journey of discovery
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