The following table provides estimated timelines (in working days) for completion of various projects—
from the point of submission to completed product. Please submit your project request with these
timelines in mind. A detailed schedule will be created for your project once copy has been submitted.
Please note: These time estimates are based on proofs being returned within the agreed upon schedule. If
reviews are not completed and returned within that time frame, a new completion date will be set. Printer
proofs are to be reviewed and approved same day or delays could occur.
MAJOR PIECES:
These projects include:
Large publications or a series of printed pieces, pieces that require strategic planning, custom photoshoots, and may have multiple approvers.
| EDITING | DESIGN & REVIEW PROCESS | PRINTING | TOTAL TIME |
| 2-3 WEEKS | 6–12+ WEEKS | 3-4+ WEEKS after proof approval Depends on the complexity of the job, quantities and other factors. | 12–20+ WEEKS* |
Examples:
– Viewbooks
– Magazines
– Program guides
– Annual reports
MID-SIZE PIECES:
| EDITING | DESIGN & REVIEW PROCESS | PRINTING | TOTAL TIME |
| 1-2 WEEKS | 4+ WEEKS This includes two client reviews and a final proof | 2-3+ WEEKS | 8-10 WEEKS* |
Examples:
– Booklets (≤ 4 pages)
– Flyers
– Posters
– Postcards
– Ads
– Digital assets
– Event collateral
REPRINTS & MINOR REVISIONS
| EDITING | DESIGN & REVIEW PROCESS | PRINTING | TOTAL TIME |
| 1 WEEK | 1 WEEK | 2 WEEKS | 4 WEEKS* |