How do you design an impressive professional card?
Addressing “information overload” in layout
Many people tried to plug into all social media accounts and multiple telephone numbers when designing their business cards. This can lead to visual confusion and make it difficult for the other party to find key information.
- Following the art of "Live": The Negative Space will guide the visual focus and give more prominence to names and core positions.
- Align information: The largest font should be used for the name (recommendation) 24-30px), followed by positions, the contact information can be kept clean by using smaller fonts (10-12px).
Why did you print your card in the wrong color?
This is the problem that new players most often encounter: the colours on the screen are so bright that they appear to be in print.
- CMYK with RGB: The screen display is in RGB mode, while commercial printing is in CMYK. This tool generates images that are high-resolution PNG, it is recommended that each other be informed when delivering to the printing plant about the use of the corresponding colour profile.
- Bleeded: Professional cards usually require 3 mm Hemorrhaging bit. When designed in this tool, it is recommended that words not be placed too close to the edge to prevent cutting errors.
3. Detailed skills for raising the profile
In addition to design, the choice of materials is equally critical. If you intend to distribute large numbers of them online, consider the following factors:
- Paper gw: Standard business cards usually use 300g or 350g of copper paper. Too thin a paper would give people a cheap, unprofessional feeling.
- Special processes: Local UVs, iron or condensed marks can significantly enhance the touchful experience of business cards and are impressive.
- Rounded processing: Small rounded angles compared to traditional straight angles (as provided by this tool 8-12px) The radius) not only is better hand, but also prevents the corner of the card from being rolled in the pocket.
4. Business card protocol for the digital age
When cards are distributed, it is basic respect to hand over and face each other. It is also suggested that a number of blanks be left on the back of the business card to facilitate the quick recording of key words or follow-up on you following the exchange.