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OOH Print Production Specifications
- Free
- Intermediate
- OAAA
A production reference for preparing static OOH artwork, including file formats, CMYK setup, bleed, scale, vector art and photographic assets.
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- Time to complete
- ~20–30 min
- Level
- Intermediate
- Certificate
- No
Overview
The OOH Print Production Specifications guide is for the point where a static billboard idea has to become a printable file. It covers supported design applications, the use of native files or high-resolution PDFs, CMYK preparation, spot colors, crop marks, bleed, mechanical scale, vector artwork and photographic imagery. It repeatedly reinforces an important production habit: confirm final requirements with the printer or media vendor because specific products can have different finishing and file needs.
What You'll Learn
- Prepare artwork for large-format OOH printing
- Understand when native files or PDFs may be required
- Use CMYK color correctly for print production
- Plan crop marks, bleed and mechanical scale
- Choose between vector and raster workflows appropriately
- Know which details to confirm with the production vendor
Highlights
- Practical production rather than creative theory
- Useful for avoiding costly artwork revisions
- Covers common file-preparation questions
- Free PDF reference
Who It's For
Best for
- Designers
- Production managers
- Agencies creating static OOH
- Advertisers supplying their own billboard artwork
Before you start
- Basic design-software familiarity
- Final vendor specifications should always be confirmed
Access
- Cost
- Free
- Format
- Production Guide
- Time to complete
- ~20–30 min
- Certificate
- No
- Hands-on
- Yes — practical/reference
Topics Covered
- Production
- Static Billboards
- Creative
FAQ
Questions about this resource
5 questions
What is OOH Print Production Specifications?
OOH Print Production Specifications is a production guide from OAAA focused on production, static billboards, creative. A production reference for preparing static OOH artwork, including file formats, CMYK setup, bleed, scale, vector art and photographic assets.
Is OOH Print Production Specifications free?
Yes. It is listed here as free.
What level is OOH Print Production Specifications for?
It is best treated as a intermediate resource. The prerequisites above describe the background that will make it easiest to use.
How long does OOH Print Production Specifications take?
Plan for ~20–30 min. For reference resources, use it as needed rather than reading everything in one sitting.
What will I learn from OOH Print Production Specifications?
The main outcomes are the practical skills and concepts listed in the What You’ll Learn section above.
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