Client Resources
Below are some helpful tips for design clients and clients providing files for print. Please let me know if you have any other questions you would like to see addressed on this page.
Design Client Checklist
What clients should provide to their designer.
BUDGET
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
PURPOSE OF THIS PROJECT
TARGET MARKET
DEADLINE
HIGH QUALITY IMAGES
CONTENT
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION FOR CONTENT
SAMPLES OF PREVIOUS DESIGN WORK
Is this list available to print?
Print Production FAQ
Frequently asked questions for readying your files for production.
What types of files can I send?
What color mode should my files be?
What resolution should my file be?
How should I set up my bleed?
How can I avoid transparency issues?
How can I make sure my blues do not come out purple?
How do I export a .pdf correctly?
How do I get a grayscale image in a CMYK document?
What is rich black and how do I get it?
General FAQ
These are my most frequently asked questions. If you have additional questions, please
Does Susan offer consultations?
Can I meet with Susan or will everything be done via phone or email?
What should I prepare for my consultation?
Do we have to schedule a consultation?
Are all design quotes custom or does Susan offer standard design rates?
Does Susan offer print production only if I have my own files?
Will Susan proof read my print file before sending it to production?
Do you require a deposit and why?
Will Susan except authorization to proceed via email or phone?
Why aren't there standard prices for printing?