Launch Issues: Assigning and Adding Content

1. Access the Editorial Tab:
   1. Log in to ARC and click the Editorial tab on the left-hand side.
2. Navigate to the Issues Tab:
   1. Click on the Issues tab at the top.
   2. On the right side, you’ll see the editorial deadline date. This is when the ARC portal closes, and no further uploads will be allowed. Ensure all content is uploaded and copyedited before this date to meet print-ready standards.
3. Monitor Key Deadlines:
   1. Headings like Content Review, Proof Delivery Date, and Final Round Proofs will populate once your magazine launch is official. Keep an eye on these dates as they’ll help you plan for upcoming deadlines.
4. Track Page Allocation:
   1. At the top of the screen, you’ll find totals for Editorial Pages, Ad Pages, and Magazine Pages.
   2. Focus on Editorial Pages, which show how many pages are filled and how many remain available for content.
5. Add an Article:
   1. Click the Add button.
   2. The Add Article pop-up will appear with "Use Recipe" pre-selected.
6. Create a Title:
   1. Add the article title or a placeholder title (this can be changed later).
   2. Use the Recipe Dropdown to select the Launch Article Layout that is listed for your issue.
7. Categorize the Article:
   1. Select a Web Category that aligns with your editorial (e.g., "Food and Drink" for a restaurant feature).
8. Set Article Length:
   1. During the launch phase, the first article will default to 4 pages. Select 4 pages and click Add.
   2. When you are out of the launch program, you’ll have the flexibility to choose custom lengths.
9. Link Client:
   1. If the article is client-related, link it to their Digital Business Listing by clicking “Yes” under the “Is this article associated with a business?” heading. 
   2. Type their name under Company and select their business from the auto-populated list.
10. Assign Editorial Work:
    1. Assign the article to yourself by leaving the selection as Provided or selecting freelance writers/photographers from the respective dropdowns.
    2. Since you are just launching, you may not have a freelance staff yet, so you most likely will be doing all of the writing yourself.
11. Set a Writing Due Date (if sending to a writer):
    1. Choose a deadline at least 5 days before the editorial deadline to allow sufficient time for revisions.
12. Add Assignment Details (if sending to a writer):
    1. Use the Description section to communicate requirements, such as word count and photo specifications. These requirements must be closely followed.
    2. Fill in any additional directions. Note that this box is only for communication with the writer or photographer, not with the production team. 
13. Save and Send:
    1. Click Save and Send to finalize the assignment and gain access to the Content tab. Regardless of whether you have assigned the article or not, you must hit Send to gain access to the Content tab. 
    2. Note: ARC does not autosave, so always save your work before logging out.

Important Notes:

• Ensure your Available Pages are filled by the deadline.
• Leave one page available for potential ads that may come in after the editorial deadline.