Artwork Requirements

For any help or questions about our artwork guidelines, contact us at 520.638.8440 or email us at: art@glacierbeverage.com.

Acceptable File Types:

• Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
• EPS and PSD files (Mac or PC)
• High-resolution PDF and JPEG files

Our Preferred Formats:

• Illustrator files are preferred
• Photoshop files 
• Minimum resolution (72 dpi) files are TBD
• Please use a vector-based program for line art images 

Color Requirements:

• Convert colors to CMYK or PMS (no RGB)
• Pantone colors/inks do require a revised quote once artwork is finalized
• Gradients are allowed, but our process does not support 0% fades.
• Gradient screens should be at least 3%.
• Do not create any traps; we will handle that.
• Bleeds should be 1/8″.

Scanned Images:

• Scans must be at least 300 dpi at actual size.
• Do not change the resolution to 300 dpi without rescanning.
• Color scans must be in CMYK.
• Save color scans as .tiff or .jpg files at maximum quality.
• Do not rename an image file after placing it in the document.

Typography:

• Provide fonts on disk or create outlines in Illustrator for minimum text.
• Avoid using thin rules or typefaces in reverse areas.
• Use a minimum of 4 pt. text and a rule no smaller than 1 pt.

Proofs:

• Provide a color proof for 4-color process labels or a black and white proof for other labels.
• Exact color matches for 4-process labels cannot be guaranteed, but we will make every effort.
• There may be some variances in matching PMS spot colors.