This is the initial starting point of my print production brief, now that i have separated my subjects in which to research i have an idea already of the chapters of my editorial design however as this print production manual is been designed for me personally i have a feeling that i will eliminate some of the content that is in the list below.
7 things to know about print:
- Based on a model based on lithographic printing - most common type of printing:
Formats -
Processes -
Colour models -
CMYK
RGB
Hexachrome
Spot colour
PMS pantone matching system
Formats -
Standard ISO paper sizes
A& SRA sizes
Imperial versus metric
Tabloids
Envelope C sizes
Artwork -
Document set up
File and format & Fonts
Spellcheck
Colour Specification
Printer marks
Pre Flight Check
Mock ups
Proof
Sign off very important.
Stock -
Weight
finish - gloss silk matt coated or un coated
Laid or wove
Boards or carton
Many many more variations
Plastics and acetates
Processes -
Lithographic
Gravure
Screen print
Floexography
Pad printing
Six colour
Laminate gloss and matt
Foil blocking
Embossing and de bossing
Spot UV varnish
Finishes -
Binding - Different styles.
Folding and creases
Die stamping/Drilling
Costing -
Get a quote very early on this is best before you start the job
Identical specificationfor 3 print estimatiors to work to
Learn roughly what things cost - Unit cost
Understand viable minimum quantities
Extras/Authours Corrections
Delivery?
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