Artwork & Proof Workflow
Artwork should be reviewed before production begins.
Basic Workflow
Receive Artwork → Review → Submit to Supplier → Supplier Creates Proof → Review Proof → Client Approval → Production
Artwork Checklist
Confirm:
- Correct logo
- Correct artwork version
- Correct colors
- Correct spelling
- Correct imprint location
- Correct imprint size
- Correct product
- Correct quantity
- Correct number of imprint locations
Common File Types
Preferred artwork may include:
- AI
- EPS
- SVG
- High-resolution PDF
- High-resolution PNG
Vector vs Raster
Vector
- Can generally be resized without losing quality
- Commonly preferred for logos and production artwork
Raster
- Made from pixels
- Can become blurry when enlarged
- Common formats include JPG and PNG
Important Rule
🚫 Do not assume artwork is production-ready simply because the client provided a logo.
The supplier or decorator may have specific artwork requirements.
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