Fonts:
All fonts should be included with the file. If you are using Quark XPress you may use collect for output, or in Freehand embed the fonts. It is essential that you clearly identify all font types used in your document.
Scanning:
Images should be scanned as high resolution scans and saved as CMYK in TIFF or EPS format, non-compressed and imported into you file to get the best results. Full colour and halftone images must be scanned at a minimum of 120 ppi to actual final print size.Large background images for popups should be saved as TIFF format.We accept original art, transparencies, 35mm slides, prints or negatives for high end scanning and placement.
DocumentSize:
Work within a proportion of the finished artwork size e.g. 50% or 25% etc.
Hard Copy Proof:
You should include a hard copy of your document. Colour laser proofs are preferred, but if providing a black and white proof, a marked-up hard copy of your document will assist in accurately producing your job.
Colour laser copies will not be used for colour matching.
Pantone / Special Colours & Blend Effects:
PMS, RGB or any other colours should be converted to CMYK with process sepration checked before submitting for output. Duo tones must be converted to process colours for output. Vignettes / blend have a tendency to band in all electronic output devices. Best results are achieved in vignettes with a tone value change of not less than 50%.
Supply Artwork:
Always supply any additional files imported or linked files with the supplied document. Each print file should be clearly named. You can supply the file on any of the following media: CD Rom, Zip, ISDN. |
