ARTWORK SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

 

Common Problems with Artwork Supplied

• Graphic does not meet the 1/8” bleed requirements.

• Fonts are missing.

• Artwork color is supplied in RGB and not CMYK.

• Type modified using the style palette (i.e. bold or italic) rather than using the

appropriate typeface from font list.

• Embedded graphics from vector files not supplied.

• Graphics are missing or low resolution.

• Line art (logos) saved in 300 dpi grayscale format, rather than 1200 dpi bitmap format.

• Supplying only the final Photoshop EPS file instead of also including the original

layered Photoshop file.

 

Accepted Software

We accept all versions in Windows or Mac of the following programs:

• Adobe PageMaker

• Adobe Illustrator

• Adobe Illustrator CS

• Adobe InDesign

• Adobe InDesign CS

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Photoshop CS

 

We cannot accept other software files, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, and Microsoft Powerpoint.

 

Production Specifications and Proof

• Carefully check spelling, layout, and specifications. The proof indicates the exact spelling and location of copy, magnetic stripes, hole punching, sequential numbering, signature panels, and or other options to your card.

• Exact PMS matches cannot be guaranteed. Every effort will be made to match a PMS color; certain ink colors, or overprinting of inks may cause variance.

• Any changes or alterations in your design or copy will require a new proof and

will also affect your ship date. Your ship date is estimated after you approve of your final artwork.

• Let your customer service representative know exactly what you want to see printed on the front, back, or both side of your card.