Getting Started

Getting Started at Watson

Welcome to the Watson team! We’re excited to have you onboard as a subcontractor. This guide will help you get started with all the necessary tools and resources to ensure a smooth transition into your role. Below is everything you need to know to hit the ground running:

Your Watson Email Account

You have been issued an official Watson Creative email account. Your email address is in the format [name@watsoncreative.com]. A temporary password will be provided, which you'll need to reset upon your first login. If you’re new to Gmail, here’s a link to help you get started.

Setting Up Your Email Signature

Creating a professional email signature is essential. You can follow this guide to set up your signature, including your job title. Please omit adding a secondary phone number.

First Last Name
Title (Designer, etc.)
WatsonCreative.com

Securing Your Account

Security is a top priority at Watson. You’re required to set up 2-Step Verification on your Google account. This can be done by following these steps:

1. Go to myaccount.google.com.

2. Navigate to Security > Signing into Google.

3. Enable 2-Step Verification.

If you encounter any issues, please reach out to our IT team at telemetry@watsoncreative.com.

Access to Project Files

You’ll be given access to a dedicated Google Drive folder containing all the files you’ll need for your project. This will be set up for you, and you’ll receive an invitation to join shortly.

Onboarding and Communication

We will schedule an onboarding session to walk you through the essential tools and processes you'll be using. Following this, you’ll be invited to the relevant Slack channels to facilitate communication with the team.

Support and Questions

Our team is here to support you. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. We’re looking forward to working together on this exciting project!