Please use the form at the end of this page to send us the graphics files for your order. Be sure to include your company name as part of the file name. Read the guidelines below carefully to avoid production problems and additional pre-press charges. If you have any questions, please call us at 1.877.343.8777 for assistance!

GENERAL DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS

APPLICATIONS SUPPORTED:

Size: Prepare your file to exact size you want it printed.
Bleeds: If your document bleeds, be sure to set up at least 1/4" in all directions outside of the trim size.
Resolution: Save your file at 300pdi. Leave LZW compression unchecked.
-- EPS or TIFF files @ 300 dpi
-- Line art: 1200 dpi BMP

COLORS

If you are importing EPS or TIFF files created in Photoshop, make sure they are saved as CMYK — not RGB, LAB or Index Color. Also, do not mix CMYK and Pantone (PMS) formats within the same Photoshop file.

NAMING COLORS — When naming colors, especially Pantone or custom spot colors, be sure that you keep these color names consistent everywhere you use the color (for example, if you create a color in QuarkXpress, then create it again in Photoshop for use in an image, name the color in Photoshop whatever you named it in Quark.) Otherwise your file will generate an additional plate in the output process, resulting in added costs and delays.

SPOT COLORS — Using spot colors? If so, please print out your document in separations (in addition to a composite print) prior to sending your job to us. This will allow you to determine if colors are printing to the correct plates, saving time and money by avoiding delays or production charges.

FONTS

CONVERT FONTS TO OUTLINES — If you are creating your document in Abode Illustrator or Macromedia Freehand — do not embed fonts in the file. Be sure to convert all type elements to 'outlines' or 'paths' and save the file as an EPS.

AVOID STYLIZED FONTS — Do not use stylized fonts (adding a 'bold', 'italic', 'extra bold', etc. from the font style menu). Make sure you select the desired font directly. In other words, use the font menu to select 'Times Extra Bold' rather than selecting 'Times', then styling it with an 'Extra Bold' attribute.

FONTS USED IN EPS FILES — If you have embedded EPS files that contain fonts not converted to outlines (or paths), you must send us these fonts, as well, or the they will default in the output process.

WRAPPING EVERYTHING UP

1] Place all imported or placed images in a separate folder titled 'Images'.
2] Place all fonts (screen and printer) in a separate folder titled 'Fonts'.
3] Create a new folder with a title that includes your company name and project description.
4] Place the main working file in this folder, along with both the 'Images' and 'Fonts' folders.
5] Place a PDF or .jpeg version of the piece in this folder, as well. (For proofing.)
6] Compress this folder as follows:

Acceptable File Formats Include:
• Postscript File (Postscript compliant files) .ps
• PDF Files (Acrobat Exchange files) .pdf

Compression Types: (Try to avoid, but if necessary):
• .zip (pkzip, Winzip)
• .hqx (BinHex format)
• .gz (Gzip compression)
• .sit (Alladin StuffIt)

SEND FILES VIA MAIL OR COURIER

If you'll be sending us your files in another media format, please clearly label everything. Be consistent with how you named the actual files. Include your business card if possible, or your name and contact information, company, phone, and e-mail address.

Acceptable Media Formats Include:
• 3.5" Floppy disk (PC or Mac format)
• Iomega Zip disk 100 or 250 MB (PC or Mac format),
• CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW,
• DVD-ROM, DVD-R or DVD-RAM

Address your package to:

Ambassador Marketing Group, Inc.
1025 NW 17th Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33445
Attention: Production Department
Telephone: 561.330.3668