How to Design Rock Band Stickers Stickers are fun to design, provided you have the right tools. Making them for a rock band is easy if you already have a logo. In addition to having the tools to create them, you will want to work closely with whoever is printing them to make sure you meet their requirements.
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1 Choose a printer. Call them up and talk to them about their specifications, making sure that you understand their requirements. Many printers will only use certain types of files, and some file types cannot be edited so they must be correct when they receive them.
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2 Decide on a style for the sticker. Assuming the band already has a logo, think about what else would go well. There may not be room for another graphic, but perhaps they have a catchphrase or album name they want added.
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3 Make sure you have the right tools. You will probably need a high-end graphics program such as Adobe Illustrator to create the sticker. Familiarize yourself with the software. Read up on it at the library if you need to. If you can't afford to buy it, you can also go to Kinko's (or a similar place) and use it there. Many colleges and libraries have computer labs that may give you access.
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4 Create a new file. Make sure it is setup as CMYK under the color mode to avoid any problems later on. Add the logo and any other elements you need for the sticker.
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5 Save your file, being sure to convert any text to outlines. Give it to your printer and request a PDF proof before sending the stickers to print.
Tips & Warnings
* Make sure you understand how to use the software before beginning. If you get stuck, call your printer and ask for their Preflight Operator. This person is reponsible for checking all customer files, and usually is a great source of information. * NEVER use Microsoft Office when creating files for commercial print. Some places may accept Publisher files, but they are very difficult to work with and some charge extra fees just to use them.
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