Today on the Design and Prosper Podcast, we’re diving into the world of print! If you’re a designer, chances are you’ll need to send a file to print at some point, even in this digital world.

It can be daunting if you’re not familiar with the ins and outs of the print world, but you’re in luck because you get to tap into the minds of two experienced designers who have sent hundreds of projects off to print. We’re here to share our best tips with you so that print & production goes as smoothly as possible. In part 1 of this series we cover the different types of printing, how to choose the right printer and print process, managing budgets and so much more.  With love Kris & Donna xo

00:00 Introduction to print and production 02:04 Why print knowledge is essential for designers  08:51 Understanding print methods: offset, digital and letterpress 09:36 Offset printing (and why it's our favourite)  21:08 Digital printing 26:08 Letterpress 32:07 Choosing the right print method 36:23 How to choose a printer 37:36 Key questions for printers 43:38 Environmental practices in printing 46:37 payment and communication with printers 

 

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