Preparing a CD/DVD project
If this is your first project it will be of great help to go through this list. Projects go smoothly with proper preparation saving both time and money and insuring that deadlines are met.
Graphics - use the proper template for the packaging selected. All art needs to be submitted CMYK, at least 300 dpi, with bleed and fonts outlined/imbedded. A professional graphic artist will understand this information and know how to present finished digital art files. For clients creating graphics we recommend a consultation to insure a smooth process. Most delays in production are caused by snags in art files
(For more details on graphics, click here)
Audio Master/Video Master
Listen to and or view the entire master prior to submittal. Client is responsible for submitting a proofed master. Are the levels consistent? Any typos in the video? Everything in the proper order? Be sure there are no glitches and that the correct file is actually on the disc submitted. We recommend professional mastering to ensure that the material is listened to over and over. Bad audio causes subliminal ear fatique and fans will not listen as much as they would if quality is excellent. MP3 files are compressed and turning them back into CD audio will have less than excellent results. Many trainers download audio from on-line tele seminars for distribution on CD. These files are severely compressed and can have serious audio quality issues. Recordings done in a professional studio or live with professional gear will result in much better quality and listenability. If there is no option other than tele-seminar audio files we recommend professional editing to ensure the best quality. Your success is our concern and the better the audio quality, the better fans and clients will percieve the proffessionalism of the final presentation, and listen more often.