Print Design · Dallas, TX
Design Built for the Press, Not Just the Screen
Our in-house graphic design team creates print-ready layouts that look exceptional in ink — combining creative vision with deep technical knowledge of the print production process.
Great print design is not simply good graphic design saved as a PDF. It requires an understanding of how ink behaves on paper, how colours shift between screen and press, how type renders at small sizes, and how finishing effects interact with the printed surface. At Astro Graphics, our design team works exclusively in the print environment. Every layout we produce is built to our own press specifications — with correct bleed, colour profiles, ink limits, and finishing allowances built in from the start. The result is artwork that goes to press without surprises and comes off the press looking exactly as intended.
Who We Serve
Products & Use Cases
Specifications
Formats, Sizes & Options
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Design software | Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop (Creative Cloud current) |
| Output formats | PDF/X-1a, PDF/X-4, AI, EPS, INDD (packaged), TIFF, JPEG |
| Colour profiles | US Web Coated (SWOP) v2, GRACoL 2006, Fogra39 (ISO 12647-2) |
| Brand assets accepted | AI, EPS, SVG (vector logos), PDF, PNG (300 dpi+), brand guidelines PDF |
| Revision rounds | Two rounds of revisions included as standard; additional rounds quoted separately |
| File ownership | Final press-ready PDFs provided to client; native source files available by arrangement |
File Setup
Artwork & File Preparation
Colour & Proofing
Colour Matching & Proof Approval
All design work is produced in the correct CMYK colour profile for the intended print process. We do not design in RGB and convert at the end.
A digital PDF proof is issued for client approval before any file is sent to press. The proof reflects the actual press-ready file.
For colour-critical design work, we recommend approving a physical proof before committing to a full print run. This is particularly important for brand colour matching.
We advise clients on realistic colour expectations for their chosen stock and print process. Some colours — particularly vibrant oranges, bright greens, and neon tones — are difficult to achieve accurately in CMYK.
How It Works
The Ordering Process
Design Brief
Complete our design brief form or discuss your project with our team. The more detail you provide, the more accurately we can quote and deliver.
Quote & Approval
We provide a design quote based on estimated hours. Once approved, we begin work and keep you updated on progress.
Design & Revisions
We present initial concepts for your feedback. Two rounds of revisions are included. Additional rounds are available at our standard hourly rate.
Press-Ready Output
Approved designs are prepared as press-ready files and passed directly to our production team — no file handoff delays.
Pricing
What Affects Your Quote
Every project is unique. We provide detailed, itemised quotations based on your exact requirements. The following factors influence the final price:
Turnaround
Production & Delivery Times
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Started?
Tell us about your project and we will provide a detailed, no-obligation quotation within one business day.
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