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If artwork supplied is not to our specifications, an artwork conversion fee of $33 may apply
All artwork supplied is subject to our Terms & Conditions
- Format - Files must be in pdf format - we recommend using PDF-X1A
- Colour - Artwork/images must be in CMYK - any RGB will not be excepted
- Size - Artwork must be the right size for print (work space to specified size)
- Ink coverage - must not exceed 240% anywhere in artwork
- Bleed – if artwork protrudes workspace, we require a 5mm bleed
- Safe Area - text (and important elements) should always be within 5mm of the trim line
- Fonts - All fonts must be converted to 'outlines', or 'curves'
- Crop marks - must be added and viewable outside of workspace
- Transparency - All transparency must be flattened
- If two-sided/multi-page printing, artwork must be supplied in one multi-page pdf document, with the front being page 1
- If you include a border on Business Cards / Plastic Cards, be aware that trimming may not be exactly
center and may affect the overall look of the final product.
- If using speciality printing, Spot UV, Embossing or Foil artwork needs to be on page 1.
Vector artwork must have appropriately named SPOT swatch applied to it (e.g. 'Silver foil'
'Emboss' 'Spot UV')

> HOW SHOULD MY PDF LOOK?
a little like this...

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NOTE:
When creating a PDF document, ALWAYS view the pdf before sending through to us.
• Crop marks MUST be in the document as shown in the opposite image.
• If you have not created outlines for your text, be sure the font has been properly embedded.
• To check you have used correct colour, (CMYK) + (Spots for embossing / Hot Foil Stamping / Dies) check in Adobe
Acrobat Pro : Advanced \ Print production \ Output preview.
• If you wish to display image UNDER embossing etc, be sure to turn on 'Over print fill / over print stroke.' This can be found in the attributes tab
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Standard business card | Artwork specifications

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Download In Design template
SIZE:
90x55mm or
86x54mm
STOCK:
360 GSM Artboard
OPTIONS:
- Matt / gloss laminate (1 or 2 sides)
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Rounded business card | Artwork specifications

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Download In Design template
SIZE:
86x54mm - rounded edges
STOCK:
360 GSM Artboard
OPTIONS:
- Matt / gloss laminate (1 or 2 sides)
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Hot foil stamped, Embossed & Spot UV
business card | Artwork specifications

Embossing: the thinnist line to be embossed is 1mm.
The embossing & Hot foil stamping process is subject to movement in registration of up to 1mm
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Download In Design template
SIZE:
90x53mm
STOCK:
350 GSM Artboard
- call for a variety of stock on this product
OPTIONS:
- Optional Stock:
view business card page
- Speciality printing 2 sides
REQUIREMENTS:
- Service (hot foil etc.) can only be applied to vector artwork. A SPOT SWATCH (hot foil swatch etc) must be applied to the
relevant artwork.
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Plastic Cards - standard & loyalty
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Please note: we do not offer colour matching on this product.
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Download In Design template
SIZE:
86x54mm
STOCK:
- 0.4mm Plastic PVC round corners
- 0.75mm Plastic PVC round corners (loyalty cards)
Gloss coating front only
OPTIONS:
Loyalty cards: include Signature strips, scratch panels, barcodes, embossed (gold or silver) numbers and magnetic stripes.
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Plastic Cards - frosted translucent
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Please note: we do not offer colour matching on this product.
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Download In Design template
SIZE:
86x54mm
STOCK:
0.76mm PVC frosted translucent
round corners
OPTIONS:
- Hot Foil Stamping
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Stubby coolers - taped | Artwork specifications

Please note: we do not offer colour matching on this product.
The gas transfer process used in Dye Sublimation (mouse mats, stubby holders etc) WILL cause certain
colours to change. You may care to call to discuss your Dye Sub requirements prior to sending your jobs through.
Arcane Media will not reprint a file that has not been set up to allow for the possible colour shift.
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Download In Design template
SIZE:
220x120mm
CHARACTERISTICS:
Is made from 6mm thick neoprene with a polyester fabric surface and taped join down the side
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Mouse Mats | Artwork specifications

Please note: we do not offer colour matching on this product.
The gas transfer process used in Dye Sublimation (mouse mats, stubby holders etc) WILL cause certain
colours to change. You may care to call to discuss your Dye Sub requirements prior to sending your jobs through.
Arcane Media will not reprint a file that has not been set up to allow for the possible colour shift.
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Download In Design template
SIZE:
235x195mm
CHARACTERISTICS:
Is made from neoprene with a polyester fabric surface
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Fridge Magnets | Artwork specifications

Please note: we do not offer colour matching on this product.
The gas transfer process used in Dye Sublimation (mouse mats, stubby holders etc) WILL cause certain
colours to change. You may care to call to discuss your Dye Sub requirements prior to sending your jobs through.
Arcane Media will not reprint a file that has not been set up to allow for the possible colour shift.
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Download In Design template
SIZE:
50x50mm - square corners
70x50mm - 3mm rounded corners
90x55mm - 3mm rounded corners
170x80mm - 3mm rounded corners
CHARACTERISTICS:
Quality fridge magets printed full colour crystal clear
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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- Invoice Books | Artwork specifications

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Download In Design template
SIZE:
a4 - 206x290mm (finished size)
a5 - 148x215mm (finished size)
a6 - 153x105mm (finished size)
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REQUIREMENTS:
PRINTED IN BLACK ONLY
NO BLEED in artwork
Please supply correct artwork or a $33 correction fee will apply.
This will also delay production time.
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