Serious Email

Email production checklist

Use this checklist to keep campaign production consistent from brief to export.

1. Campaign intent

  • Define the audience.
  • Define the action.
  • Confirm the offer or message.
  • Confirm the send date.

2. Template choice

  • Start from an approved template.
  • Use reusable blocks where possible.
  • Avoid copying old campaigns unless the source is verified.

3. Content and design

  • Confirm headline and body copy.
  • Check image dimensions and alt text.
  • Check buttons and link labels.
  • Confirm footer and legal copy.

4. Production QA

  • Preview the email.
  • Send a test.
  • Check mobile and desktop widths.
  • Validate links and merge tags.

5. Export and handoff

  • Export the final HTML.
  • Store the final source.
  • Record any new reusable sections.
  • Note issues that should become builder improvements.