Printing 101
What color process does PostNet primarily use in printing?
Digital
This is normally considered a gateway print purchase
Business Card
What is the difference between an "INLINE" finishing function and an "OFFLINE" finishing function?
Inline can be done within the digital press with add ons to the machine (such as stapling or folding). Offline is done after the printing has been done and it has left the machine, such as padding/gluing or laminating.
Describe a Click Cost
It is a charge per pass on a leased/rented press.
The price will be different from color to B&W
What 2 programs does PostNet recommend for graphic design (inhouse)
CANVA
Adobe Creative Suite
What is the number one factor in the decision to run a job in-house vs. outsourcing?
Cost
Explain raster art vs. vector art
Raster: pixel, low res / Vector: hi-res, image remains the same regardless of size
Name 3 core print products
EDDM, Promo Products, Business Cards, Yard signs, Brochures, Sidewalk Signage, Envelopes, Stationary, Note Cards, Banners, Presentation Folders, Letterhead
Describe the difference between RGB, CMYK, and Pantone
RGB: used on computers to view color spectrum, CMYK: 4 basic colors used to print colors, Pantone: specific color (PN PMS 186)
What details do you need to know for a quote.
Click cost
paper cost
paper type
turn around time