The Toolkit is managed by the Office of University Communications & Marketing. Unless otherwise listed in the toolkit, please contact the general office for any questions or additional information.
Office of University Communications & Marketing
1229 25th St.
Des Moines, IA 50311-4505
P: 515-271-2169
F: 515-271-3789
Drake's photography assets are available through SmugMug, and all faculty and staff have basic access to the self-service resource.
Additionally, each college/school and department has a designated power-user who leads photo distribution for their department or college. Check with your dean’s office or department's director to identify the power-user in your unit.
Please click the button below and enter your Drake Banner ID and password below to obtain Drake University’s SmugMug account credentials.
University Communications and Marketing (UCM) holds open portrait sessions during the fall and spring semesters. The sessions rotate around campus making it more convenient for the campus community. These sessions are free to all faculty, staff, and students. High-resolution portraits are made available for download through SmugMug. Please refer to OnCampus for more information.
Check the following link to find upcoming Headshot Days. No appointment necessary.
Most people already have an amazing camera in their pocket. Smartphone cameras now have great capabilities and can be used to effectively capture most events.
Using a smartphone to photograph your event is advisable when:
For some events, investing in a professional photographer may be worthwhile. Consider this option if:
If you would like to hire a professional photographer, please keep these things in mind:
Dylan Huey
Work Phone: (515) 650-1651
Cell Phone: (515) 480-9849
Email: dylan@hueyphotography.com
http://www.hueyphotography.com
Joe Crimmings
Cell Phone: (515) 822-8786
Email: joe.crimmings@gmail.com
www.joecrimmingsphoto.com
UCM provides video and photography services only for projects that focus on the University’s key priorities. Our team works closely with senior leaders to determine and address communication priorities.
If you have a communication need, please discuss first with the senior leader and/or designated communications coordinator for your area. If together you identify a strategic priority project, reach out to the appropriate UCM director (based on target audience) to discuss.