Submission Guidelines
Communication World magazine: Submissions
All article submissions and letters to the editor should be directed
to:
Jessica Burnette-Lemon
601 Montgomery Street
Suite 1900
San Francisco, CA 94111 USA
Phone: +1 415.544.4700 x741
Toll Free: 800.776.4222
Fax: +1 415.544.4747
e-mail:
IABC reserves the right to edit letters to the editor and all submitted materials.
AUTHOR’S GUIDELINES FOR ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS:
About Communication World
Communication World and CW Online are published by IABC (International Association of Business Communicators) as a service to members. Communication World is an 8.125 x 10.875-inch four-color print magazine published bimonthly. CW Online is the online version of CW, published at www.iabc.com/cw and updated regularly.
IABC members are professionals in the communication field. They range from top executives and employees at Fortune 500 companies and nonprofit organizations to consultants, educators and communication students. Communication World and CW Online’s goals are to stay on the forefront of developments in the communication profession and report them in an informative, timely and entertaining way to assist and inspire readers.
Articles in Communication World and CW Online address a wide range of topics of interest to communicators of all levels and specialties, including:
- Marketing communication
- Media relations and public relations
- Employee communication
- Career advice
- Tactics for the corporate, agency and freelance spheres
- Harnessing technology and new media
- Communicating globally
- Strategic planning
- Speechwriting and presentations
- Internal and external communication
- Crisis communication
- Timely updates on IABC members and activities
Regular features include interviews with innovators in the communication field, spotlights on industry trends and case studies of current issues and topics. Our magazine emphasizes articles with a multicultural, multinational dimension. Articles should not promote any commercial service, product or organization.
Also, remember that the “I” in IABC is for “international.” It is important to remember that references to local publications, TV shows, movies, radio programs, and political or other well-known personalities in your region may not be recognized in other parts of the world. Holidays, special events and seasons of the year also vary throughout the globe. All articles submitted must appeal to an international readership; references, case studies or interviews should cover a diverse geographical cross section.
Style and editing
Communication World and CW Online stress clear, straightforward expository style. Avoid unnecessary words, lengthy sentences, convoluted paragraphs, sarcasm and jargon. Articles are edited by Communication World staff for content, organization, accuracy, style, grammar, punctuation, spelling and length to adhere to our professional publishing practices. Although editors try to preserve authors’ personal writing styles, final decisions reside with the editors. For style standards, refer to the IABC Style Guide, The Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition.
Editorial calendar
CW publishes a yearly media kit outlining editorial themes. The 2012 editorial and advertising calendar and deadlines are below. Please note: Editorial content is subject to change.
2012 Calendar
Queries and manuscripts
Communication World editors welcome written queries and story outlines. In order to be considered, article ideas must be submitted in outline format by the assignment deadline specified above. The outline should contain at least an introductory paragraph and five bullet points. Although content will be discussed and developed with the editors, in general, articles must:
- Focus on external or internal organizational communication.
- Deal with a current or emerging communication issue.
- Cover research on the topic.
- Include best practices and other examples.
- Include applicable and relevant resources (online and print).
- Be relevant to an international audience (case studies, statistics, legal implications, language, etc.).
- Not advocate a particular product, service or company.
When preparing a submission for CW, please consider the following questions:
- What is the primary purpose of the article?
- What is the overarching issue or trend that is being addressed in the article?
- Who is the audience for the article, within the IABC audience?
- What insights, perspectives, guidance and innovative ideas will the reader gain?
- What practical learning points will the reader walk away with and how can they apply this information to help support their organization and/or career?
- Does the article include detailed case study examples, and are the examples threaded throughout the article to support the points being made?
- Will the article include quotes from other experts who have addressed this issue?
- Will the article include references to research and opposing views to create balance?
Communication World articles are published on a non-fee basis. Communication World staff can provide research support for articles once they have been selected for print in the magazine. To qualify for this support, please make arrangements with the editors by contacting cwmagazine@iabc.com.
Simultaneous submissions and previously published manuscripts
At the time of submission, authors must inform IABC editors in writing
if they have simultaneously submitted their article to other publications,
if the article has been accepted or considered for publication elsewhere,
or if it has been published elsewhere.
Copyright
Unless other arrangements are agreed on in advance, Communication
World and CW Online acquire full rights to articles upon acceptance.
Articles appearing in Communication World also may be published
electronically by IABC, included in third-party databases, and reprinted
as a part of other IABC publications.
Material submitted for publication is assumed to be the author’s own work. If the author has improperly used someone else’s work, Communication World, CW Online, IABC, IABC staff and Grayton Integrated Publishing are to be held harmless of any resulting liability.
Reprints and permissions requests
Hard-copy reprints can be ordered through our publisher, Grayton Integrated Publishing, in quantities of 100 or more. For prices and ordering information, contact Sheila Tomkowiak at +1 313.881.1734 or sheila.tomkowiak@graytonpub.com.
To make copies or reprint an article in a publication, please submit your request to www.copyright.com.
Manuscript preparation
For Communication World, editors prefer articles of 1,700 words, with a maximum of 2,000. Please provide a one-sentence credit line (name, job title, organization name, city and state/province). Also include your address, telephone number and e-mail address so that we may contact you.
Submit manuscripts for Communication World and CW Online as attachments through electronic mail.
Graphics
Tables, charts and graphs are welcome. Refer to them in the text as exhibits and number them consecutively (i.e., Exhibit 1). Keep formatting simple by using only boldface, italics and tabs. Any photos or illustrations should be accompanied by descriptive captions and credit lines. We accept color original prints as well as high-resolution electronic files (300 dpi or higher). Communication World editors assume that authors hold the copyright to all graphics submitted, or that they have the approval of copyright holders. If the author has improperly used someone else’s work, Communication World, CW Online, IABC, IABC staff, and Grayton Integrated Publishing are to be held harmless of any resulting liability.
CW Bulletin: Submissions
Amanda Aiello
601 Montgomery Street
Suite 1900
San Francisco, CA 94111 USA
Phone: +1 415.544.4700 x718
Toll Free: 800.776.4222
Fax: +1 415.544.4747
e-mail:
AUTHOR’S GUIDELINES FOR ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS:
About CW Bulletin
CW Bulletin is IABC’s monthly e-newsletter, featuring timely articles on critical communication issues, analysis of current trends, helpful resources, valuable case studies of organizational communication success, business communication news, and updates on current IABC programs. This monthly e-mail newsletter features timely articles on critical communication issues, analysis of current trends and helpful resources, information on the latest technologies, valuable case studies of organizational communication success, business communication news, and updates on current IABC programs.
CW Bulletin’s goals are to stay on the forefront of developments in the communication profession and report them in an informative, timely and entertaining way to assist and inspire readers. CW Bulletin addresses a wide range of topics to communicators of all levels and specialties.
Editorial Calendar
The 2012 editorial and sponsorship calendar and deadlines are as follows:
* Please note that CW Bulletin is released during the first week of every month.
Queries and manuscripts
CW Bulletin editors welcome written queries and story outlines. In order to be considered, article ideas must be submitted in outline or bulleted format, or a one to two paragraph description. In general, articles must:
- Focus on external or internal organizational communication.
- Deal with a current or emerging communication issue.
- Include best practices and other examples.
- Be relevant to an international audience (case studies, statistics, legal implications, language, etc.).
- Not advocate a particular product, service or company.
Articles are published on a non-fee basis.
Writing guidelines
For CW Bulletin, editors prefer articles of 800–900 words. Please provide your name as you would like it to appear, with a short bio that includes an e-mail address.
Articles need to be written in a manner suitable for online reading. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of subheads, bulleted/numbered lists, sidebar information and related links.
Style and editing
Articles are edited by CW Bulletin staff for content, organization, accuracy, style and grammar, punctuation, spelling and length to adhere to our professional publishing practices. Although editors try to preserve authors’ personal writing styles, final decisions reside with editors. For style standards, refer to the IABC Style Guide, The Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition.
Also, remember that the “I” in IABC is for “international.” It is important to remember that references to local publications, TV shows, movies, radio programs, and political or other well-known personalities in your region may not be recognized in other parts of the world. Holidays, special events and seasons of the year also vary throughout the globe. All articles submitted must appeal to an international readership; references, case studies or interviews should cover a diverse geographical cross section.
Sponsorship/advertising opportunities
Find out how you can sponsor an issue of CW Bulletin.
Copyright
Unless other arrangements are agreed on in advance, CW Bulletin acquires full rights to articles upon acceptance. Articles appearing in CW Bulletin also may be reprinted as a part of other IABC publications.
Material submitted for publication is assumed to be the author’s own work. If the author has improperly used someone else’s work, IABC is to be held harmless of any resulting liability. At the time of submission, authors must inform IABC editors in writing if they have simultaneously submitted their article to other publications, if the article has been accepted or considered for publication elsewhere or if it has been published elsewhere.
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