Graphic Design for Direct Mail & Printing
Mail Movers in Salisbury, MD designs postcards, brochures, letters, envelopes, newsletters, and more — all to USPS print specifications. One vendor for design, print, and mail.
Design Services We Offer
All design work is created to print specifications and can be sent directly to our presses — no file conversion or vendor coordination needed.
Postcard Design
$150–$300Full-color postcard layouts optimized for USPS specs — standard, oversized, and EDDM sizes. Includes front and back with addressing zone.
Brochure Design
$200–$450Tri-fold, bi-fold, gate fold, and custom brochure layouts. We design for print specs including bleed, fold marks, and CMYK color.
Letter & Envelope Design
$100–$250Letterhead, business reply envelopes (BRE), and outer envelope design. Includes USPS addressing zone compliance.
Newsletter Design
$300–$600Multi-page newsletter layouts with masthead, article templates, and photo placement. Designed for print and optional digital distribution.
Flyer & One-Sheet Design
$100–$200Single-page flyers, sell sheets, and rack cards. Fast turnaround for promotions, events, and sales materials.
Appeal Letter Design
$250–$500Nonprofit appeal letter packages including outer envelope, letter, reply card, and BRE. Designed to maximize donor response.
Prices are starting estimates. Final pricing depends on complexity and revision rounds. Call 410-749-1885 for a custom quote.
How the Design Process Works
From brief to print-ready file — here's what to expect when you work with our design team.
Submit Your Brief
Tell us your goal, audience, key message, and any brand guidelines (logo, colors, fonts). Share examples of designs you like.
Initial Concept
Our designer creates an initial layout concept within 2–3 business days. We present one primary concept with your brief.
Revisions
You provide feedback and we revise. Most projects include 2 rounds of revisions. Additional rounds available at $75/hour.
Final Files
Once approved, we deliver print-ready files (PDF, AI, or INDD) with all fonts embedded, 300 DPI images, CMYK color, and 0.125" bleed.
Print & Mail
We print your approved design in-house and can mail directly to your list — no need to coordinate with a separate vendor.
File Submission Specifications
Supplying your own artwork? Here are the specs we need for a clean print run — no surprises.
| Specification | Required | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Color Mode | CMYK | RGB colors shift when converted to CMYK for printing |
| Resolution | 300 DPI minimum | Lower resolution produces blurry, pixelated output |
| Bleed | 0.125" on all sides | Prevents white edges after trimming |
| Safety Zone | 0.125" inside trim edge | Keeps important content from being cut off |
| File Format | PDF, AI, EPS, or INDD | Ensures fonts and images are embedded correctly |
| Fonts | Embedded or outlined | Prevents font substitution on our system |
| Images | Linked at 300 DPI, CMYK | Low-res or RGB images degrade print quality |
Design by Industry
Different industries have different design needs. Our team understands what works for each audience.
Why Design and Print with the Same Vendor?
USPS-Compliant by Default
Our designers know USPS specs cold — addressing zones, barcode clear zones, size limits, and postage indicia placement. Your artwork won't need revisions before mailing.
No File Transfer Delays
When design and printing are at the same company, approved files go straight to the press. No emailing files, no format conversion, no waiting for a third party.
One Point of Contact
One phone call or email handles design questions, print specs, and mailing logistics. No coordinating between your designer, your printer, and your mail house.
Faster Turnaround
Design-to-mail projects move faster when everything happens in one building. We can often design, print, and mail a campaign within 10–14 business days.
Graphic Design FAQs
Related Services & Resources
Brochure Printing
Full-color brochures in multiple fold types and sizes.
Postcard Printing
Standard, oversized, and EDDM postcard printing.
Variable Data Printing
Personalized printing with unique data for each piece.
Appeal Letters
Nonprofit appeal letter packages with reply cards.
Direct Mail
Print and mail campaigns from one vendor.
EDDM
Every Door Direct Mail design and printing.
Lettershop
Inserting, addressing, and USPS delivery.
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