MPS was tasked with designing, producing, and installing hoarding panels for the Main Street-facing construction site of Lincoln Alexander Hall (LAH). The hoarding ensures safety, minimizes disruptions, while maintaining a visually appealing environment as well as providing essential information to the public.  The design process involved extensive collaboration with stakeholders, highlighting McMaster’s commitment to safety and campus enhancement.

“Working with the MPS team to tell the story of Lincoln Alexander was a great experience. Their team supported the creative vision and worked through numerous iterations to help bring this project to life. They were equally committed to achieving the project vision and their collaborative spirit made the project both enjoyable and impactful. I am so proud of what we achieved together.“
– Holly Gibson, Manager, Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs (CMPA), Facility Services

The Sugar Sheet Initiative is a sustainability-driven effort to reduce the environmental impact of campus printing. By replacing traditional paper with Sugar Sheet—a carbon-neutral, biodegradable, and compostable copy paper made from recycled sugarcane fiber—MPS has seamlessly integrated an innovative and eco-friendly alternative into student-facing printing devices.

“The printed word lives on! We are so thankful that the environmental footprint of our campus printing practices is decreasing thanks to the use of sugar paper.“
– Lynne Serviss, Associate University Librarian, University Library

MPS is proud to present the Student Affairs: A Community of Communities 2023-2024 Annual Report, hosted on MacPubs. This report showcases key achievements, initiatives, and positive impacts over the past year, highlighting collaborative efforts to enhance the student experience and foster an inclusive campus. MPS’s MacPubs is your gateway to discovering McMaster’s exciting publications in an accessible, responsive, and web-friendly format.

“Their professionalism, collaboration, and commitment to quality make them an invaluable extension of our team. Working with MPS has made the entire process smoother and more manageable, and we look forward to continuing this successful partnership.“
– Jacqueline Hampshire, Director, Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Student Affairs

Following several site visits and extensive consultation, MPS devised a functional wayfinding signage strategy for the 10 Bay Street Underground Parking Garage.  Meticulous planning and execution ensured strategic placement of signs, adhering to accessibility standards and McMaster’s branding. The result is a well-organized, user-friendly system for tenants and visitors to the building.

“The team at MPS came through for us by providing a full wayfinding and signage strategy that took us from design to installation. MPS was able to take away the guess work by ensuring that everything was on brand and up to McMaster standards, complete with the highest attention to detail.“
– Rob Morrallee, Director, MacCard, Parking and Transit Services

MPS, in partnership with the Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine, produced a training video for the AeroVax inhaler, demonstrating its growing video production expertise. This video supports the critical trial of McMaster University’s inhaled COVID vaccine, enhancing patient understanding and engagement to ensure they feel confident and well-informed.

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“The MPS staff were very professional, highly skilled, and incredibly helpful in navigating us through the process of developing the script, selecting the venue for taping the video and creating the final product.“
– Marilyn Swinton, Research Coordinator, Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine

MPS spearheaded a comprehensive digitization project for the Facilities department, converting building documents dating back to the 1920s into a fully searchable digital archive. This three-phase initiative involved scanning binders, aperture cards, architectural drawings, and blueprints. The project also included the certified destruction of most materials while preserving select historical documents of significance, ultimately freeing up valuable space for the Facilities team.

“What an undertaking! We could not have achieved this without MPS. Congratulations on a work well done and very happy that we achieved this with an internal partner which made the procurement and contract administration portion of this project so much easier.“
– George Vadakken, Assistant Director, Project Planning Design and Construction, Facility Services

The Faculty of Science partnered with MPS to enhance the Science Careers and Experience Centre, making it a more welcoming space for students and staff.  The project involved a complete transformation, including the removal of outdated signage, the creation of fresh graphic designs, and the installation of new identity signage and striking wall wraps, culminating in an impressive halo-lit sign that serves as a bold focal point.

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“We are thrilled with the wall wraps and signage created for us by our colleagues in Media Production Services. We were working to a very tight timeline on our office rebrand and were so grateful that our MPS colleagues could work within our timelines and produce such high-quality results.“
– Alice O’Carroll, Director, Science Careers and Experience Centre, Faculty of Science

In collaboration with MPS, Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) launched a recruitment campaign to showcase the breadth of career opportunities within HHS. Their goal was to highlight that HHS is expansive enough to support any healthcare career path—from neonatal care in the NICU to palliative care for the elderly, as well as leadership roles and beyond. Using their creative imagery and slogan, MPS developed a cohesive campaign, designing a wordmark and a variety of assets in multiple formats.

“Partnering with MPS on campaign creative is always a highly collaborative experience and results in quality that exceeds our expectations. The work is always tailored to our specific needs and campaign objectives, and never an off-the-shelf solution.“
– Scott Levely, Digital Communications Lead Communications and Public Affairs, Hamilton Health Sciences

The Faculty of Social Sciences (FSS) recognized the need for a new website delivery model and partnered with MPS to assess user needs and provide support. This collaboration enabled the smooth migration of all FSS websites to the MacSites platform.  Funded by the faculty, the project was completed on time and launched successfully in August 2024.

“From the early planning stages right through to the maintenance phase of the project, the MPS team were flexible, transparent, and responsive to our needs. They delivered exactly what they promised, on time and on budget and now we are 6 months out from the end of the implementation, we maintain a successful, ongoing, partnership. I could not recommend the team more highly.“
– Juliette Prouse, Director of Finance and Administration, Faculty of Social Sciences

In partnership with Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs (CMPA), MPS produced and installed approximately 140 lamppost banners across campus, MIP, and downtown Hamilton over a three-week period, ensuring they were in place for May at Mac 2024. This project was part of the Brighter World brand evolution initiative, officially launched in 2024, enhancing McMaster’s visual identity across key locations.

“The MPS team was, and always is, a pleasure to work with. They take pride in the quality of their work, adherence to timelines, and being a collaborative partner.”
– Sara Morgan, Manager, Marketing Communications, Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs