Cover information
Project title, campaign name, responsible department, and primary contact details so vendors and reviewers can identify the job immediately and route questions to the right person.
A clear Marketing Order Brochure reduces production errors, speeds approvals, and centralizes specifications so vendors receive accurate print-ready files. It also records authorizations, delivery terms, and cost allocations for budget control and auditing.
Using a consistent brochure template reduces back-and-forth, ensures accountability for approvals, and shortens production lead time across departments.
Typically approves creative content, quantities, and distribution targets. Responsible for confirming artwork accuracy, marketing claims, and scheduling; often the originator of the order and signatory for the marketing budget line item.
A finance or procurement approver (director, VP, or delegated signature) who confirms cost allocation, vendor selection, and contractual terms. Their signature authorizes payment and vendor engagement.
Project title, campaign name, responsible department, and primary contact details so vendors and reviewers can identify the job immediately and route questions to the right person.
File format, color profile (CMYK), trim/bleed sizes, fonts, and linked assets. Include PDF/X-1a or PDF/X-4 specifications to reduce prepress issues and ensure color fidelity.
Exact print run quantity, acceptable over/under percentage, paper stock, coating, and finishing instructions such as varnish, embossing, or die-cut details for accurate pricing and production.
Ship-to addresses, split deliveries, staging dates, and contact for receiving dock to prevent misdelivered shipments and unexpected storage fees.
Vendor quote, cost center, GL coding, and line for finance approval. Include invoice payment terms and any prepayment requirements to avoid payment delays.
Usage rights, trademark approvals, indemnities, and any regulated claims or disclaimers. Attach signed release or approvals as required to limit post-production risk.
Export as PDF/X with embedded fonts and CMYK color; include trim marks and bleed for prepress compatibility and consistent output across printers.
Save editable files (InDesign or layered PDF) for future revisions; include links to assets to speed turnarounds on reprints and variant sizes.
Provide a flattened, optimized PDF or JPG for online distribution; include accessible text alternatives if posted publicly.
Create a ZIP with final PDFs, source files, invoices, and approval certificates for long-term retention and audit readiness.
3–7 business days depending on complexity
2–5 business days for multi-stakeholder review
5–12 business days for standard runs
2–7 business days for specialty finishes
2–10 business days depending on carrier and destination
Tim Martin streamlined property marketing by routing proofs and approvals digitally to remote agents.
Brian’s team centralized brochure requests and vendor invoices in a single workflow to reduce rework.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Artwork upload | PDF/X required, max 500MB |
| Approval routing | Sequential: Marketing → Legal → Procurement |
| Signature method | Email link with SMS code option |
| Delivery | Auto-send to selected vendor on completion |
Confirm vendor file and transfer requirements early to reduce resubmissions and ensure secure delivery of oversized design files.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |