Ads must be submitted digitally and conform to the following requirements:
Specifications:
- PDF files preferred
- Output resolution: 266 pixels per inch minimum
- Fonts and photos embedded (fonts converted to outlines/curves)
- Crop and registration marks included
- CMYK colors (no Pantone colors; no RGB colors)
- Full page and cover ads must include 1/4 inch bleed
- Ads without bleeds must bee 1/4 inch away from the trim edge
File Formats:
- PDF preferred. Alternative acceptable file formats include:
- InDesign CS
- Illustrator CS
- Photoshop CS
- EPS (fonts converted to outlines/curves)
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JPEG
Ad sizes:
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Inside Front Cover |
8.5" H by 11" V, include 1/4" bleed |
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Inside Back Cover |
8.5" H by 11" V, include 1/4" bleed |
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Outside Back Cover |
8.5" H by 8.75" V, include 1/4" bleed |
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Full Page |
8.5" H by 11" V, include 1/4" bleed |
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Two-Page Spread |
17" H by 11" V, include 1/4" bleed |
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2/3 page (vertical only) |
4.875" H by 9.75" V |
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1/2 page (vertical) |
4.25" H by 9.75" V |
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1/2 page (horizontal) |
7.25" H by 4.75" V |
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1/3 page (vertical) |
2.5" H by 9.75" V |
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1/3 page (horizontal) |
7.25" H by 3.25" V |
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1/3 page (square) |
4.875 H by 4.875 V |
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1/4 page |
4" H by 5" V |

