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Visual Communication Services
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Our faculty and staff are world-renowned in their specialties
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Illustration, animation, design, 3D modeling, web and more
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Client Guide
How we work
Every project starts with a consultation at no cost by phone, email, or in person in order to assess the project requirements and the client’s interests and preferences. We will discuss the subject-matter, budget, deadline, usage, and desired style for the work to be created. Based on these factors, an estimate is written, and a price is negotiated and agreed upon. Preliminary drafts such as sketches or storyboards are then created and discussed. Agreed-upon revisions are produced before final artwork is submitted.
Johns Hopkins Clients: For internal clients, an eight-digit SAP budget or grant number is requested along with the name, address and phone number for the administrator for department-to-department electronic billing.
External Clients: For clients not affiliated with Johns Hopkins, we will ask for the following: Client’s Name and Title, E-mail Address, Street Address (building, city, state, zip, country), Telephone Number, Administrative Assistant (name and contact info).
Invoices will be mailed or e-mailed to the client and/or Administrative Assistant. Payment must be sent to the appropriate location, which will be written/typed on the invoice.
Make checks payable to Johns Hopkins University.
Getting Started
Scroll down to explore examples of our work. Download a PDF of our FAQ-Sheet. Contact us to schedule a free consultation:
- Phone: 410-955-3213
- Email: [email protected]
Planning your project – what information to gather
Any resources that can be provided will assist us in the creation of your artwork including your own rough sketches, abstracts and other written text, and images similar in nature to your concept. These materials can be brought to the consultation meeting for discussion and clarification.
Deadlines and time schedule
The specific needs of the client dictate how long a project takes. The greater the subject complexity, intricacy, and number of images, the longer it will take to complete the project. Simple illustrations can take just days while more complex projects can take weeks or months. We provide a schedule and time estimate along with the price estimate, and strive to deliver final content on or ahead of time and on-budget.
Copyright and intellectual property
All work created is copyrighted and owned by Johns Hopkins University (see JHU IP Policy). We provide the appropriate license agreements for our clients to use the images as needed.
Medical Illustration
Our faculty create exceptionally high-quality, accurate medical illustrations. Our emphasis is on clear, evidence based visual communication of complex subject-matter. Our award-winning faculty specialize in different areas of science and medicine and are well-known for their work. See our Client Guide to answer questions about our process. Contact us for your complimentary consult to discuss your next project.
Graphic Design
Our graphic design staff combine their design expertise and technical know-how, with years of experience, to create dynamic medical and scientific graphics for your presentation, publication, instructional, and promotional needs. Whatever your graphic communications project, large or small, simple or complex, let our designers assist you in developing a solution that delivers your message in a clear, concise, and attractive manner.
Animation & Video
We produce 2D and 3D animations and 3D models. Animations can effectively communicate your research and expertise to a wide variety of audiences.
Our faculty will work with you to develop the script, voiceover, storyboard, and final animation needed to tell your story. Past projects have included, patient education, surgical techniques, medical device demos, and molecular and cellular mechanisms of action.
See our Client Guide to answer questions about our process.
Contact us for your complimentary consult to discuss your next animation.
Interactive & Web Development
Well-designed websites can describe your department, communicate your research, or convey your clinical services to patients, colleagues and potential funders. Additionally, with our illustration and animation services, the content can be supplemented with clear and engaging visuals.
Our faculty will work with you to develop the site organization, design and functionality. We embrace the latest technology in content management systems. This allows us to build a robust site that you’ll be able to easily update and maintain.
We also collaborate with programmers and UX designers to produce impactful healthcare apps. View our gallery to see examples of recent projects. See our Client Guide to answer questions about our process. Contact us for a complimentary consult to discuss your web or mobile project.
3D Modeling & Printing
We offer 3D printing and advanced 3D technology services including preparing 3D files for 3D printing, 3D reconstruction of DICOM data sets, 3D animation, 3D scanning, and CAD 3D modeling.
3D printable models include:
- Teaching models of anatomic, cellular and molecular structures
- Surgical pre-planning models
- Engineering prototypes
- Custom printed lab devices
- Patient education models
Additive manufacturing/3D printing services include hi-resolution multi-material polyjet 3D printing. Material choices include rigid plastic in color (magenta, yellow, and cyan), white, black, clear transparent, and flexible material options (clear and black). These materials can be blended to obtain an even wider range of creative possibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the collaboration process?
Every project starts with a complimentary phone or in-person consultation to discuss:
- subject matter and scope
- budget
- deadline
- style
- usage and copyright
Once the proposal and budget are approved, sketching begins.
You review the sketches and indicate revisions.
Revised sketches are finalized.
Final artwork is completed and delivered electronically.
The artwork will have the ©JHU notice on it.
We provide a Permissions Form and the credit line to be used in the publication or presentation.
Project files are archived in our department for your convenience. Future revisions are provided as needed.
How much do projects cost?
We provide an estimate on a per-project basis. Cost depends on:
- Illustration/Design: number of images, complexity, deadline, style and usage
- Animation: length of script/sequence, voice-over and/or sound, sound-editing, complexity, deadline, 2D vs. 3D style and usage
- 3D Printing: complexity, size and materials used
- Websites: number of sections or pages in your site, illustration and design needs, site functionalities and plugins.
How do I pay?
- Completed projects are billed electronically using your JHU budget number (IO or grant).
- We’ll need your budget administrator’s name and contact info.
- External clients may arrange to pay by check or credit card.
How long do projects take?
- Simple illustrations take two weeks or less.
- More complex projects (websites, animations or complex illustrations) may take longer.
- Project scope and schedule are discussed during your initial consultation.
- For the best outcome, please involve us early in your project
Can I reuse an illustration?
- Artwork is copyright protected and is the intellectual property of JHU.
- We prepare a license for the initial use of the work (for example, a series of figures in a journal article) for you to submit to the publisher. The license grants permission for the use of the work in the initial publication only.
- Artwork may be used on your department website and in your teaching presentations.
- The © JHU notice must remain on the image.
- Additional usage requires additional permission
Can a graduate student help me?
No. Our graduate program requires our students’ full commitment and attention. Grad students are not to work on outside projects while they are enrolled in the program.
- Our faculty provide illustration services.
- Please call 410-955-3213 for an appointment.
- Our staff graphic artists provide graphic design service.
The only exception: SOM faculty in any department may propose a thesis topic for our graduate students and serve as the preceptor. The project should involve original research and visualization of specific subject matter. Please contact Cory Sandone to discuss this opportunity to work with our students.
What services do you offer?
We produce a variety of visual solutions for science communication. See above for example projects.
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Medical Illustration for:
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Specialties include:
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Graphic Design:
- Data Visualization
- Infographics
- Grant proposal graphics
- Visual Abstracts
- Presentation tools
- Reports
- Technical posters
- Event promotional materials
- Brand communications
3D models & prints
Website Development
Animations and videos
Do you create animations?
Yes. 2D and 3D Animations effectively communicate your research and clinical expertise to a variety of audiences including prospective funding agencies and foundations.
- Our faculty will assist you in developing the script, voice over, storyboard, art assets, models and motion needed to tell your story.
- Animation projects range from patient education, surgical techniques, medical device demos, and molecular and cellular mechanisms of action.
Do you design websites?
Yes. We design and develop elegant websites that are easy to navigate, update and maintain.
- Websites are built on a Content Management System (CMS) such as WordPress.
- Sites can be single page or have multiple sections.
- Illustration, design and animation assets, specific site functionalities, and plugins can be added.
Do you create 3D models?
Yes. We offer advanced 3D technology and printing services for digital and physical models. Physical models can be printed using a variety of materials (flexibility, color, durability, etc.). These models include:
- Teaching models
- Surgical pre-planning models
- Simulation models
- Engineering prototypes
- Custom printed lab devices
- Patient education models
What are your qualifications?
We collaborate with colleagues at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Medicine Institutions, including the Johns Hopkins Hospital, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, and Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Our faculty of Certified Medical Illustrators (CMI) and graphic design staff would be happy to collaborate with you. Please fill out the form below, call 410-955-3213, or send an e-mail to [email protected]