Preparing artwork for CMYK print

These are the basics for preparing artwork for standard print. Ensure solid black is set to superblack: (50.50.50.100). Black text should be: 0.0.0.100 (standard black = K). File needs to have 3mm bleed and trim marks (unless printer specifies differently) Indicate fold marks in slug area (use separate layer to set up fold marks) One […]

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Preparing Final Artwork for Signage

Most Important – request full specifications from your signage contractor. This is usually supplied as a PDF. If your signage production contractor does not supply a specification, then supply as following: Double check all dimensions with signage contractor. Ensure you have them in writing, printed out and on your desk. Discuss minimum image DPI specification with […]

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Source Files

We do not give clients source files unless pre-agreed prior to beginning the work. This includes Photoshop, Indesign, illustrator, Premiere or any other source files. The exceptions are as follows: Anywhere we are giving up minimal IP and it is in the interest of the client relationship to hand over files Simple, clean files for the […]

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