Design development and preparation for printing (prepress preparation) of a notebook with advertising inserts
It is necessary to develop a unique design and create a print-ready layout (pre-press) for a branded notebook. The feature of the notebook is the presence of full-color advertising/informational inserts inside the block. The design should be modern, concise, and meet the requirements of contemporary printing.
Technical specifications:
Format: A5 (148 x 210 mm), vertical.
Binding: Metal spiral on the left (long) side.
Cover and backing: Coated cardboard 350 g/m², printing 4+4 (full color on both sides), matte lamination on the front side.
Advertising inserts:
Immediately after the cover, 3 sheets which is 6 pages, printing 4+4 (full color on both sides) coated paper matte/glossy, density 130–150 g/m².
Next — 35 sheets in dot grid offset, white, density 80 g/m².
Then again 2 sheets which is 4 pages printing 4+4 (full color on both sides) coated paper matte/glossy, density 130–150 g/m².
Next — 10 sheets — grid offset, white, density 80 g/m².
Then again 2 sheets which is 4 pages printing 4+4 (full color on both sides) coated paper matte/glossy, density 130–150 g/m².
Next — 5 sheets — lined offset, white, density 80 g/m².
Cover: Coated cardboard 350 g/m², printing 4+4 (full color on both sides), matte lamination on the front side.
Scope of work (What needs to be done)
Concept development: 2-3 options for the style of the cover and template of the inner page to choose from.
Layout of inner pages: Creation of a grid for notes (grid/line) with branding, including the website name.
Design of advertising inserts: Visualization and placement of provided text/graphic information on color pages.
Pre-press preparation: Setting bleed, converting elements to CMYK, checking image resolution (300 dpi), preparing fonts (in curves).
Approximate sample as an example in the attachment
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Client's review of cooperation with Oleksandr D.
Design development and preparation for printing (prepress preparation) of a notebook with advertising insertsEverything is great, no questions, excellent.
Freelancer's review of cooperation with Andrey Maleyev
Design development and preparation for printing (prepress preparation) of a notebook with advertising insertsClear and understandable technical task. Good communication. Good client. I recommend to everyone!
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Andriy, I can create a notebook that looks modern and is perfectly ready for print: I will think of 2–3 cover styles, compile internal grids for notes, and neatly place advertising inserts without overcrowding. I have been working in printing for over 8 years, so I will take into account bleed, CMYK, 300 dpi, and font preparation in curves. If you send the materials, I will propose concepts and we will agree on the strongest option.
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11450 787 5 13 Good day! 👋
I am ready to discuss your project 📝 and start working! 💻
Examples in my portfolio! 🖼️
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Feel free to reach out!😉
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222 Hello!
I am interested in your project — designing a notebook with advertising inserts. Print design and preparation for printing is my specialty.
What I will do:
— develop the design of the cover and internal pages
— organically integrate the advertising inserts into the overall style
— prepare final files ready for printing (PDF, appropriate sizes and margins)
— create up to 2 concept options to choose from
I work in Canva. The timeline is 3-4 days.
I am ready to start today. Write to me — we will agree!
… Best regards, Nadia
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562 Hello, Andriy!
Here’s how I envision the implementation of your project:
Concept development: I will prepare 2–3 radically different options for the cover style (front + inside) and templates for the internal pages. The design will be modern, concise, and in line with your corporate style.
Design of advertising inserts: I will professionally layout and compose your text and graphic materials on colored pages, maintaining a balance of "white space" and readability.
Work on the internal block: I will create a neat, calibrated grid for dot grid, square, and lined pages with delicate branding and integration of the website address.
… Professional Pre-press: The work will be done in Adobe InDesign / Illustrator. You will receive a fully print-ready PDF layout that perfectly meets the requirements of modern printing: bleed according to printing standards, CMYK color model, control of the resolution of raster images (exactly 300 dpi), and conversion of fonts to outlines.
I work for results, always meet deadlines, and am open to constructive dialogue during the approval of stages.
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5290 87 0 Hello! I will develop the design of an A5 branded notebook — 2-3 cover concepts, layout of internal pages (dot grid/grid/line with branding), design of advertising inserts, complete pre-press preparation (bleeds, CMYK, 300 dpi, fonts outlined).
Portfolio:Behance
Freelancehunt:Freelancehunt
I am ready to discuss the details and materials.
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2144 48 0 Hello, Andriy! I am a designer and layout artist. ⚡️I am ready to start working! ✅ I will offer an individual design, develop a layout for the entries, and prepare for printing while adhering to all requirements. 🏆 5 years of practical experience in design. 🎫 Certified specialist from the international site Udemy. 💎 Quality and attention to detail are my trademarks.
Portfolio:Freelancehunt Reviews:
Freelancehunt
🙂 I invite you to collaborate. Please contact me for clarification of details!*
*Cost/timeframes are approximate - calculated individually after a complete review of the text materials.
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1126 8 0 Hello! I can help with the notebook design and preparing the layout for printing. If you also need an editable version of the file, we can discuss the format.
I have experience working with multi-page printed materials, grids, layout, and prepress preparation. Here is an example of a product catalog:
https://freelancehunt.com/showcase/work/produktoviy-katalog/1933332.html
Here is the work plan:
1. Clarify the printing house's requirements, technical details, and stylistic preferences.
2. I prepare 2–3 visual directions: cover + advertising spread + example of a page for notes. After that, we make adjustments as needed. Includes 2 rounds of revisions. Approximately 3 working days.
3. After the style is approved, I layout the entire design. Finally, we make minor adjustments as needed. Approximately 3 working days.
… 4. I prepare the final file for printing. Approximately 1 working day.
Estimated cost: 8000 UAH.
Deadline: up to 9 working days after receiving all materials and technical requirements from the printing house.
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1793 24 0 Good day, Andriy!
I am interested in your project, and I would be happy to start developing the concept right away!
Do you have a logo or corporate style that needs to be added to the notebook?
You can find my portfolio on my profile page:
➡️Freelancehunt
➡️Behance
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I recently finished working on another project and am ready to start immediately after our discussion!
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2200 32 0 2 Good day. I have experience in developing catalogs, books, and I work in a magazine. I am ready to take on layout design. I also offer printing in your region on high-quality modern equipment.
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384 2 0 Good day! I am interested in your project. I have over 20 years of experience in graphic design and preparing printed materials for printing. I am ready to develop the notebook design taking into account all the specified technical requirements: covers, internal pages, advertising inserts, and complete pre-press preparation.
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3666 135 4 9 Hello! I am ready to take on your project. My portfolio is in my profile
Freelancehunt and on Behance
Behance. The final cost of the work will be discussed after reviewing the materials. Feel free to write — I would be happy to collaborate.
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5673 101 1 1 Hello! I am ready to get started. I will complete the task of developing a promotional notebook quickly and efficiently. I have extensive experience in developing printed products: catalogs, brochures, postcards, notebooks, etc. I work until full approval. I would be happy to collaborate!
Examples: https://freelancehunt.com/showcase/work/rozrobka-katalogu-produktsiyi-kompaniyi-novatek-elektro/2006143.html
https://freelancehunt.com/showcase/work/katalog-rezbovyie-soedineniya-2/1524486.html
Portfolio:Freelancehunt
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948 9 0 Good afternoon, I have extensive experience working with printed products. As a test task, I can complete 1-2 pages of a notebook. Portfolio:
Google Drive
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3248 34 0 Hello! I have extensive experience in creating designs for print materials: notebooks, banners, etc. I will create a stylish and modern design for you, according to all your requirements in the specifications.
I am confident you will be satisfied with the result!
Portfolio:Behance
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