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Print Collateral Prompts

Comprehensive prompt templates for brochures, flyers, posters, and physical materials with parameterized design system integration

Created: February 2026 Tool: Nano Banana Pro / Print Design Related: Framework Overview | Templates


Configuration Block

# PRINT COLLATERAL DESIGN SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
# Inherits from: ./readme.md (parent design system)
# All tokens resolve dynamically based on active_variant

print_config:
  # Schema and inheritance
  schema_version: "2.0"
  inherits_from: "./readme.md"
  asset_category: "print_collateral"

  # Active configuration (override parent if needed)
  active_variant: "{{parent.active_variant}}"  # Default: trusted_advisor

  # Print-specific settings
  color_space: "CMYK"
  resolution_minimum: 300
  bleed_standard: "0.125in"
  safe_zone_standard: "0.25in"

  # Grid system for print
  grid_system: "{{parent.layout.grid_system}}"
  frame_style: "{{parent.layout.frame_style}}"

  # Token resolution
  tokens:
    typography: "{{parent.typography_tokens}}"
    spacing: "{{parent.spacing_tokens}}"
    colors: "{{active_variant.colors}}"
    frames: "{{parent.frame_tokens}}"

Variant-Specific Print Styling

CMYK Color Conversions by Variant

cmyk_conversions:
  # Variant: Trusted Advisor (Default)
  trusted_advisor:
    primary:
      hex: "#2563eb"
      cmyk: "C:85 M:55 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2728 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:100 M:75 Y:20 K:10"
      pantone: "PMS 2768 C"
    primary_light:
      hex: "#0ea5e9"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:20 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 299 C"
    secondary:
      hex: "#475569"
      cmyk: "C:55 M:40 Y:30 K:25"
      pantone: "PMS 431 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#0ea5e9"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:20 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 299 C"
    background:
      hex: "#f8fafc"
      cmyk: "C:2 M:0 Y:0 K:2"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
    rich_black: "C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100"

  # Variant: Modern Partner
  modern_partner:
    primary:
      hex: "#0d9488"
      cmyk: "C:85 M:20 Y:50 K:5"
      pantone: "PMS 3275 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#0f766e"
      cmyk: "C:90 M:25 Y:55 K:15"
      pantone: "PMS 329 C"
    primary_light:
      hex: "#14b8a6"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:5 Y:45 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 326 C"
    secondary:
      hex: "#0891b2"
      cmyk: "C:85 M:30 Y:20 K:5"
      pantone: "PMS 3135 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#06b6d4"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:15 Y:15 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 3125 C"
    background:
      hex: "#faf5f0"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:2 Y:5 K:2"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#1e293b"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:60 Y:45 K:60"
    rich_black: "C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100"

  # Variant: Bold Challenger
  bold_challenger:
    primary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
      pantone: "PMS Black 6 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#020617"
      cmyk: "C:85 M:75 Y:55 K:85"
    secondary:
      hex: "#334155"
      cmyk: "C:65 M:50 Y:40 K:40"
      pantone: "PMS 432 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#ea580c"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:75 Y:95 K:5"
      pantone: "PMS 166 C"
    accent_bright:
      hex: "#f97316"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:65 Y:90 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 1505 C"
    background:
      hex: "#ffffff"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:0"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
    rich_black: "C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100"

  # Variant: Cyber Shield
  cyber_shield:
    primary:
      hex: "#dc2626"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:95 Y:90 K:10"
      pantone: "PMS 1797 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#7f1d1d"
      cmyk: "C:20 M:95 Y:85 K:35"
      pantone: "PMS 1815 C"
    primary_light:
      hex: "#ef4444"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:85 Y:75 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 1788 C"
    secondary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
      pantone: "PMS Black 6 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#ef4444"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:85 Y:75 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 1788 C"
    background:
      hex: "#0a0a0b"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:65 Y:55 K:90"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#fafafa"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:2"
    rich_black: "C:75 M:65 Y:55 K:90"

  # Variant: Sentinel Guard
  sentinel_guard:
    primary:
      hex: "#9333ea"
      cmyk: "C:55 M:85 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2665 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#7e22ce"
      cmyk: "C:60 M:90 Y:0 K:5"
      pantone: "PMS 2685 C"
    primary_light:
      hex: "#a855f7"
      cmyk: "C:45 M:75 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2577 C"
    secondary:
      hex: "#7c3aed"
      cmyk: "C:60 M:80 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2725 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#d946ef"
      cmyk: "C:25 M:80 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 246 C"
    background:
      hex: "#0a0a0b"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:65 Y:55 K:90"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#fafafa"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:2"
    rich_black: "C:75 M:65 Y:55 K:90"

  # Variant: Clean Developer
  clean_developer:
    primary:
      hex: "#4f46e5"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:75 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2726 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#4338ca"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:80 Y:0 K:5"
      pantone: "PMS 2736 C"
    primary_light:
      hex: "#6366f1"
      cmyk: "C:65 M:65 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2718 C"
    secondary:
      hex: "#7c3aed"
      cmyk: "C:60 M:80 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2725 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#06b6d4"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:15 Y:15 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 3125 C"
    background:
      hex: "#ffffff"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:0"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
    code_bg:
      hex: "#f1f5f9"
      cmyk: "C:5 M:2 Y:0 K:3"
    rich_black: "C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100"

  # Variant: Creative Clay
  creative_clay:
    primary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
      pantone: "PMS Black 6 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#020617"
      cmyk: "C:85 M:75 Y:55 K:85"
    secondary:
      hex: "#334155"
      cmyk: "C:65 M:50 Y:40 K:40"
      pantone: "PMS 432 C"
    accent:
      hex: "#f97316"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:65 Y:90 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 1505 C"
    accent_secondary:
      hex: "#f59e0b"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:45 Y:95 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 137 C"
    accent_cool:
      hex: "#0ea5e9"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:20 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 299 C"
    background:
      hex: "#f8fafc"
      cmyk: "C:2 M:0 Y:0 K:2"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:80 M:70 Y:50 K:70"
    rich_black: "C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100"

  # Variant: Blueprint Technical
  blueprint_technical:
    primary:
      hex: "#1e40af"
      cmyk: "C:100 M:80 Y:10 K:5"
      pantone: "PMS 2748 C"
    primary_dark:
      hex: "#0f172a"
      cmyk: "C:100 M:75 Y:20 K:10"
      pantone: "PMS 2768 C"
    primary_light:
      hex: "#3b82f6"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:45 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 2727 C"
    secondary:
      hex: "#475569"
      cmyk: "C:55 M:40 Y:30 K:25"
      pantone: "PMS 431 C"
    grid_line:
      hex: "#60a5fa"
      cmyk: "C:60 M:25 Y:0 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 284 C"
    background:
      hex: "#1e293b"
      cmyk: "C:75 M:60 Y:45 K:60"
    text_primary:
      hex: "#f1f5f9"
      cmyk: "C:5 M:2 Y:0 K:3"
    annotation:
      hex: "#fbbf24"
      cmyk: "C:0 M:30 Y:90 K:0"
      pantone: "PMS 123 C"
    rich_black: "C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100"

Typography Token Placeholders

print_typography:
  # Inherits from parent: {{typography_tokens}}

  # Print-specific adjustments
  heading_primary:
    font_family: "{{typography_tokens.font_primary}}"
    weight: "{{active_variant.typography.heading_weight}}"
    tracking: "{{active_variant.typography.heading_tracking}}"
    print_sizes:
      display: "48-72pt"
      h1: "36-48pt"
      h2: "24-30pt"
      h3: "18-24pt"
      h4: "14-18pt"

  body_text:
    font_family: "{{typography_tokens.font_primary}}"
    weight: "{{active_variant.typography.body_weight}}"
    tracking: "{{active_variant.typography.body_tracking}}"
    print_sizes:
      large: "12-14pt"
      standard: "10-11pt"
      small: "8-9pt"
      caption: "7-8pt"
      legal: "6pt"
    line_height:
      tight: "{{typography_tokens.leading_tight}}"
      normal: "{{typography_tokens.leading_normal}}"
      relaxed: "{{typography_tokens.leading_relaxed}}"

  display_text:
    font_family: "{{typography_tokens.font_display}}"
    weight: "{{weight_bold}}"
    tracking: "{{tracking_tighter}}"
    use_cases:
      - "poster headlines"
      - "banner titles"
      - "trade show displays"

  technical_text:
    font_family: "{{typography_tokens.font_mono}}"
    weight: "{{weight_regular}}"
    tracking: "{{tracking_normal}}"
    use_cases:
      - "code samples"
      - "technical specifications"
      - "data tables"
      - "blueprint annotations"

Spacing Token Placeholders

print_spacing:
  # Inherits from parent: {{spacing_tokens}}

  # Print-specific spacing (in points/inches)
  margins:
    document_standard:
      top: "0.75in"     # {{space_12}} equivalent
      bottom: "0.75in"
      left: "0.75in"
      right: "0.75in"
    document_narrow:
      all: "0.5in"      # {{space_8}} equivalent
    document_wide:
      all: "1in"        # {{space_16}} equivalent
    bleed: "0.125in"
    safe_zone: "0.25in"

  gutters:
    column_narrow: "0.125in"  # {{space_2}} equivalent
    column_standard: "0.25in" # {{space_4}} equivalent
    column_wide: "0.375in"    # {{space_6}} equivalent
    section: "0.5in"          # {{space_8}} equivalent

  padding:
    element_tight: "6pt"      # {{space_1.5}} equivalent
    element_standard: "12pt"  # {{space_3}} equivalent
    element_relaxed: "18pt"   # {{space_4.5}} equivalent
    container_standard: "24pt"# {{space_6}} equivalent

  vertical_rhythm:
    paragraph_spacing: "{{spacing_tokens.space_4}}"
    section_spacing: "{{spacing_tokens.space_8}}"
    heading_above: "{{spacing_tokens.space_6}}"
    heading_below: "{{spacing_tokens.space_3}}"

material_recommendations:
  trusted_advisor:
    description: "Premium, established, timeless quality"
    business_cards:
      paper: "Cotton 350-400gsm"
      finish: "Soft-touch matte or uncoated"
      special: "Subtle emboss on logo, navy edge color"
      avoid: "High gloss, metallic"
    brochures:
      paper: "100# silk text or 80# uncoated"
      finish: "Soft-touch aqueous coating"
      special: "Spot UV on headlines optional"
    folders:
      paper: "16pt C1S, soft-touch laminate"
      pockets: "4\" standard"
    letterhead:
      paper: "28# cotton bond"
      finish: "Uncoated, subtle texture"
    posters:
      paper: "100# gloss or semi-gloss"
      mounting: "Foam board optional"

  modern_partner:
    description: "Warm, approachable, organic feel"
    business_cards:
      paper: "Smooth 350gsm"
      finish: "Matte with soft corners"
      special: "Rounded corners (1/8\" radius)"
      avoid: "Sharp edges, heavy textures"
    brochures:
      paper: "100# matte text"
      finish: "Matte or soft-touch"
      special: "Organic die-cuts possible"
    folders:
      paper: "14pt C2S, matte laminate"
      pockets: "Curved pocket design"
    letterhead:
      paper: "24# smooth bond"
      finish: "Clean matte"
    posters:
      paper: "80# matte"
      mounting: "Lightweight foam"

  bold_challenger:
    description: "High contrast, impactful, memorable"
    business_cards:
      paper: "450gsm extra thick"
      finish: "Matte with high-contrast elements"
      special: "Edge painting (orange), bold emboss"
      avoid: "Subtle, understated"
    brochures:
      paper: "100# uncoated"
      finish: "Matte or soft-touch"
      special: "Full-bleed color blocks"
    folders:
      paper: "16pt C1S, matte"
      pockets: "Angular pocket design"
    letterhead:
      paper: "32# premium bond"
      finish: "Crisp uncoated"
    posters:
      paper: "100# matte"
      mounting: "Rigid board"

  cyber_shield:
    description: "Technical, security-focused, dark premium"
    business_cards:
      paper: "Black 400gsm"
      finish: "Matte black with red foil"
      special: "Red edge, spot UV on logo, red foil stamp"
      avoid: "Light colors, soft finishes"
    brochures:
      paper: "100# dull text"
      finish: "Soft-touch dark coating"
      special: "Metallic red accents"
    folders:
      paper: "16pt C1S black"
      pockets: "Red edge detail"
    letterhead:
      paper: "28# premium white or light gray"
      finish: "Crisp for laser printing"
      note: "Light paper for practical use with dark brand accents"
    posters:
      paper: "100# dull or matte"
      mounting: "Black foam board"
      special: "Metallic red spot elements"

  sentinel_guard:
    description: "Futuristic, AI-powered, premium dark"
    business_cards:
      paper: "Black 400gsm or holographic"
      finish: "Soft-touch matte with purple foil"
      special: "Holographic elements, purple edge"
      avoid: "Traditional, dated aesthetics"
    brochures:
      paper: "100# dull text"
      finish: "Soft-touch with UV accents"
      special: "Gradient foil possible"
    folders:
      paper: "16pt C1S dark"
      pockets: "Gradient edge detail"
    letterhead:
      paper: "28# premium white"
      finish: "Clean for professional correspondence"
    posters:
      paper: "Satin or metallic"
      mounting: "Black or dark gray board"

  clean_developer:
    description: "Minimal, precise, documentation-quality"
    business_cards:
      paper: "350gsm smooth white"
      finish: "Uncoated or very light matte"
      special: "Minimal design, generous whitespace"
      avoid: "Heavy textures, busy patterns"
    brochures:
      paper: "80# uncoated text"
      finish: "Uncoated for writing"
      special: "Code-friendly layouts"
    folders:
      paper: "14pt C1S white"
      pockets: "Clean standard pocket"
    letterhead:
      paper: "24# bright white bond"
      finish: "Uncoated, laser-ready"
    posters:
      paper: "80# matte"
      mounting: "Simple foam or direct mount"

  creative_clay:
    description: "Distinctive, memorable, playful-professional"
    business_cards:
      paper: "400gsm white or kraft"
      finish: "Multi-finish (matte + spot gloss)"
      special: "Die-cut shapes, gradient foil, unusual sizes"
      avoid: "Generic, template-feeling"
    brochures:
      paper: "100# gloss or silk"
      finish: "Spot UV, soft-touch sections"
      special: "Die-cuts, fold variations"
    folders:
      paper: "16pt C2S"
      pockets: "Custom shape pockets"
      special: "3D emboss elements"
    letterhead:
      paper: "28# cotton or linen texture"
      finish: "Subtle texture"
    posters:
      paper: "100# gloss or metallic"
      mounting: "Creative mounting options"

  blueprint_technical:
    description: "Technical documentation, precision, engineering aesthetic"
    business_cards:
      paper: "350gsm matte white or light blue"
      finish: "Uncoated or light matte"
      special: "Grid pattern background, technical typography"
      avoid: "Decorative, non-functional elements"
    brochures:
      paper: "80# uncoated text"
      finish: "Uncoated for annotations"
      special: "Grid overlay, technical callouts"
    folders:
      paper: "14pt C1S"
      pockets: "Engineering-style tab pockets"
    letterhead:
      paper: "24# engineering bond"
      finish: "Uncoated"
    technical_docs:
      paper: "20# bond or vellum"
      finish: "Uncoated"
      binding: "Saddle-stitch or spiral"
    posters:
      paper: "Engineering paper or matte"
      mounting: "Pin board or magnetic"

print_grid_systems:
  # Inherits from parent: {{grid_frame_systems}}

  # Standard document grids
  document_grids:
    single_column:
      columns: 1
      margins: "0.75in"
      use_cases:
        - "letters"
        - "memos"
        - "simple one-pagers"

    two_column:
      columns: 2
      gutter: "0.25in"
      margins: "0.75in"
      use_cases:
        - "newsletters"
        - "data sheets"
        - "comparison layouts"

    three_column:
      columns: 3
      gutter: "0.1875in"
      margins: "0.5in"
      use_cases:
        - "brochures"
        - "catalogs"
        - "complex documents"

    modular_6:
      columns: 6
      rows: 8
      gutter: "0.125in"
      margins: "0.5in"
      use_cases:
        - "flexible layouts"
        - "mixed content"
        - "infographics"

    modular_12:
      columns: 12
      rows: 12
      gutter: "0.0625in"
      margins: "0.375in"
      use_cases:
        - "complex designs"
        - "precision layouts"
        - "technical documents"

  # Variant-specific grid applications
  variant_grid_mapping:
    trusted_advisor:
      default_grid: "two_column"
      frame_visibility: "subtle"
      frame_opacity: 0.05
      frame_color: "{{slate_200}}"

    modern_partner:
      default_grid: "modular_6"
      frame_visibility: "minimal"
      frame_opacity: 0.03
      frame_color: "{{slate_200}}"

    bold_challenger:
      default_grid: "modular_12"
      frame_visibility: "structured"
      frame_opacity: 0.1
      frame_color: "{{slate_400}}"

    cyber_shield:
      default_grid: "modular_12"
      frame_visibility: "technical"
      frame_opacity: 0.15
      frame_color: "{{red_600}}"
      corner_brackets: true

    sentinel_guard:
      default_grid: "modular_6"
      frame_visibility: "dashboard"
      frame_opacity: 0.1
      frame_color: "{{purple_500}}"

    clean_developer:
      default_grid: "modular_12"
      frame_visibility: "minimal"
      frame_opacity: 0.02
      frame_color: "{{slate_200}}"

    creative_clay:
      default_grid: "modular_6"
      frame_visibility: "editorial"
      frame_opacity: 0.05
      frame_color: "{{slate_300}}"

    blueprint_technical:
      default_grid: "modular_12"
      frame_visibility: "technical"
      frame_opacity: 0.2
      frame_color: "{{grid_line}}"
      grid_style: "dashed"
      corner_marks: true
      dimension_lines: true

  # Brochure-specific grids
  brochure_grids:
    tri_fold:
      panels: 6
      panel_width: "3.667in"
      panel_height: "8.5in"
      safe_zone: "0.25in from fold"
      fold_allowance: "0.0625in on inner panel"
      grid_overlay: "3x6 per panel"

    bi_fold:
      panels: 4
      panel_width: "8.5in"
      panel_height: "11in"
      safe_zone: "0.25in"
      grid_overlay: "4x6 per panel"

    gate_fold:
      panels: 4
      outer_panel_width: "4.25in"
      center_panel_width: "8.5in"
      safe_zone: "0.25in"
      grid_overlay: "modular_6"

  # Poster grids
  poster_grids:
    standard_24x36:
      columns: 6
      rows: 9
      margins: "0.5in"
      safe_zone: "1in from edge"

    banner_33x78:
      zones:
        top: "24in (logo/headline)"
        middle: "30in (main message)"
        bottom: "24in (supporting)"
      columns: 3
      margins: "1in"

Blueprint Technical Variant

For technical documentation, specifications, and engineering-style print materials.

Blueprint Technical Configuration

variant_blueprint_technical:
  id: "blueprint_technical"
  name: "Blueprint Technical"
  description: "Technical documentation aesthetic with engineering precision, grid overlays, and annotation systems"

  colors:
    primary: "{{sbk_navy}}"               # #0f172a (Deep technical blue)
    primary_dark: "#172554"               # Darker navy
    primary_light: "{{sbk_blue}}"         # #2563eb
    secondary: "{{slate_600}}"            # #475569
    grid_line: "#60a5fa"                  # Light blue grid lines
    annotation: "#fbbf24"                 # Amber for callouts
    background: "#1e293b"                 # Dark slate background
    background_light: "#f8fafc"           # Light variant background
    surface: "#334155"                    # Elevated surface
    text_primary: "#f1f5f9"               # Light text on dark
    text_secondary: "#94a3b8"             # Muted text
    dimension_line: "#60a5fa"             # Blue dimension lines
    section_mark: "#fbbf24"               # Amber section markers
    success: "{{green_500}}"
    warning: "{{amber_500}}"
    error: "{{red_500}}"
    info: "{{sbk_blue}}"

  typography:
    heading_font: "{{font_mono}}"
    body_font: "{{font_primary}}"
    annotation_font: "{{font_mono}}"
    heading_weight: "{{weight_semibold}}"
    body_weight: "{{weight_regular}}"
    heading_tracking: "{{tracking_wide}}"
    body_tracking: "{{tracking_normal}}"

  visual:
    border_radius: "{{radius_none}}"
    shadow_style: "none"
    gradient_style: "none"
    texture: "grid-pattern"
    texture_opacity: 0.08
    line_weight: "0.5pt"

  composition:
    layout_balance: "precision-grid"
    whitespace_ratio: 0.3
    density: "dense"
    alignment: "grid-locked"

  frames:
    default_grid: "technical_grid"
    frame_color: "{{grid_line}}"
    frame_style: "frame_dashed"
    corner_style: "marked"
    corner_marks: true
    dimension_lines: true
    zone_labels: true

  special_elements:
    grid_overlay:
      enabled: true
      major_spacing: "0.5in"
      minor_spacing: "0.125in"
      major_opacity: 0.15
      minor_opacity: 0.05

    callout_system:
      style: "numbered"
      connector: "leader_line"
      marker_shape: "circle"
      marker_size: "18pt"

    dimension_annotations:
      enabled: true
      arrow_style: "technical"
      text_position: "above_line"
      unit_display: "imperial_metric"

    zone_markers:
      enabled: true
      format: "A-1, A-2, B-1..."
      position: "corners"

    title_block:
      enabled: true
      position: "bottom_right"
      fields:
        - "document_title"
        - "document_number"
        - "revision"
        - "date"
        - "scale"
        - "author"

  mood:
    keywords:
      - technical
      - precise
      - engineering
      - documented
      - systematic
      - professional
    anti_patterns:
      - decorative
      - casual
      - ambiguous
      - imprecise

  prompt_prefix: |
    [STYLE: BLUEPRINT TECHNICAL]
    Color palette: Deep navy (#0f172a) with light blue grid lines (#60a5fa) and amber annotations (#fbbf24).
    Background: Dark slate (#1e293b) or light variant (#f8fafc).
    Mood: Engineering precision, technical documentation, systematic clarity.
    Grid: Visible technical grid with major/minor lines, corner marks, zone labels.
    Typography: Monospace for annotations and headings, clean sans for body.
    Annotations: Numbered callouts with leader lines, dimension annotations.
    Title block: Standard technical drawing title block with revision info.
    Corners: Sharp, no radius. Marked with registration marks.

Blueprint Technical Print Templates

[ASSET: PRINT - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SHEET]
Technical documentation one-pager with blueprint aesthetic.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 8.5" x 11" (letter) or 11" x 17" (tabloid).
Bleed: 0.125" all sides.
Paper: 24# bond or 80# uncoated.

[GRID SYSTEM]
12-column modular grid.
Major gridlines at 0.5" intervals (15% opacity).
Minor gridlines at 0.125" intervals (5% opacity).
Corner registration marks.
Zone labels (A-1, A-2, etc.).

[LAYOUT ZONES]
Header: Document title, number, revision.
Main: Technical content with callouts.
Footer: Title block with metadata.
Margin: Dimension annotations, notes.

[TYPOGRAPHY]
Document title: JetBrains Mono Bold, 24pt.
Section headers: JetBrains Mono Semibold, 14pt.
Body text: Inter Regular, 10pt.
Annotations: JetBrains Mono, 8pt.
Title block: JetBrains Mono, 7pt.

[ANNOTATION SYSTEM]
Numbered callouts in amber circles.
Leader lines from callouts to referenced elements.
Dimension lines with arrow endpoints.
Zone reference labels at grid intersections.

[COLOR APPLICATION]
Background: #1e293b (dark) or #f8fafc (light).
Grid lines: #60a5fa at specified opacities.
Primary text: #f1f5f9 (dark) or #0f172a (light).
Annotations: #fbbf24.
Emphasis: #3b82f6.

[TITLE BLOCK]
Position: Bottom right corner.
Size: 3" x 1.5".
Fields: Title, Doc #, Rev, Date, Scale, Drawn by.
Border: 1pt solid #60a5fa.

[AVOID]
Decorative elements.
Rounded corners.
Soft gradients.
Informal typography.
[ASSET: PRINT - TECHNICAL MANUAL COVER]
Cover page for technical documentation with blueprint aesthetic.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 8.5" x 11" or custom.
Bleed: 0.125" all sides.
Paper: 100# cover or heavier.

[GRID SYSTEM]
Full technical grid overlay.
Corner registration marks.
Center marks on all edges.
Document zones clearly defined.

[LAYOUT]
Upper zone: SBK logo, document classification.
Center zone: Title, subtitle, version.
Lower zone: Document reference info.
Border: Technical frame with zone markers.

[TYPOGRAPHY]
Main title: JetBrains Mono Bold, 48-60pt.
Subtitle: JetBrains Mono Medium, 18-24pt.
Reference info: JetBrains Mono, 10pt.
Zone labels: JetBrains Mono, 8pt, amber.

[VISUAL ELEMENTS]
Grid overlay at 8% opacity.
Zone boundary lines at 15% opacity.
Corner brackets with registration marks.
Subtle technical pattern in background.

[COLOR APPLICATION]
Background: #1e293b.
Title text: #f1f5f9.
Grid lines: #60a5fa.
Zone labels: #fbbf24.
Logo: Standard SBK blue on dark.

SBK print materials must: - Command physical presence with quality materials - Translate digital brand to tangible experience - Support face-to-face sales and events - Last without dating quickly - Justify print investment with high impact

  • CMYK color space (use variant-specific conversions above)
  • Bleed and safe zones for trimming
  • Paper weight and finish per variant recommendations
  • Readability at distance for displays
  • Tactile quality reflects brand

Brochures

Tri-Fold Brochure

[SBK BRAND DNA]
Professional technology consulting aesthetic. Tactile quality, lasting impression.

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[GRID: {{variant_grid_mapping[active_variant].default_grid}}]
Frame visibility: {{variant_grid_mapping[active_variant].frame_visibility}}.
Frame opacity: {{variant_grid_mapping[active_variant].frame_opacity}}.

[ASSET: PRINT - TRI-FOLD BROCHURE]
Standard tri-fold marketing brochure.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Flat size: 11" x 8.5" (letter landscape).
Folded size: 3.67" x 8.5".
Bleed: {{print_config.bleed_standard}}.
Safe zone: {{print_config.safe_zone_standard}} from trim edge.
Paper: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].brochures.paper}}.
Finish: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].brochures.finish}}.
Color space: CMYK using {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant]}}.

[PANEL LAYOUT]
Panel 1 (outside right): Cover - hook/headline.
Panel 2 (outside left): Back - contact/CTA.
Panel 3 (outside center): First view after cover.
Panel 4 (inside left): Opens to this first.
Panel 5 (inside center): Main content.
Panel 6 (inside right): Main content continued.

[CONTENT FLOW]
Cover: Compelling headline, visual, logo.
First inside: Problem/pain introduction.
Center spread: Solution/services/benefits.
Back panels: Proof, CTA, contact.

[TYPOGRAPHY]
Headlines: {{print_typography.heading_primary.font_family}}, {{print_typography.heading_primary.print_sizes.h2}}.
Body: {{print_typography.body_text.font_family}}, {{print_typography.body_text.print_sizes.standard}}.
Captions: {{print_typography.body_text.font_family}}, {{print_typography.body_text.print_sizes.small}}.

[AVOID]
Text crossing fold lines.
Important info in fold crease.
Too much text density.
Low-quality images (need 300dpi).

Bi-Fold Brochure

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - BI-FOLD BROCHURE]
Four-panel bi-fold brochure.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Flat size: 17" x 11" (tabloid).
Folded size: 8.5" x 11".
Bleed: {{print_config.bleed_standard}}.
Paper: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].brochures.paper}}.
Finish: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].brochures.finish}}.
Color space: CMYK using {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant]}}.

[PANEL LAYOUT]
Front cover: Hook, visual, logo.
Inside left: Introduction, context.
Inside right: Details, benefits, proof.
Back cover: CTA, contact, summary.

[GRID SYSTEM]
Grid: {{print_grid_systems.brochure_grids.bi_fold.grid_overlay}} per panel.
Margins: Standard with safe zones at folds.

[USE CASES]
Service overview.
Capability statement.
Case study summary.
Event handout.

Gate-Fold Brochure

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - GATE-FOLD]
Premium gate-fold format.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Flat size: 17" x 11" or custom.
Two panels fold inward to center.
Dramatic reveal effect.
Paper: Premium stock per {{material_recommendations[active_variant]}}.

[USAGE]
Premium presentations.
Major proposals.
Special campaigns.
Executive leave-behinds.

[EXPERIENCE]
Outer: Teaser/mystery.
Inner reveal: Full impact message.

One-Pagers & Flyers

Service One-Pager

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - ONE-PAGER]
Single-page service overview.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 8.5" x 11" (letter).
Bleed: {{print_config.bleed_standard}} if full-bleed elements.
Paper: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].brochures.paper}}.

[LAYOUT - FRONT ONLY]
Header: Service name, logo.
Problem statement: What pain we solve.
Solution overview: How we address it.
Benefits: 3-5 key outcomes.
Differentiators: Why SBK.
CTA: Clear next step.
Contact: How to reach us.

[TYPOGRAPHY]
Service name: {{print_typography.heading_primary.print_sizes.h1}}, {{print_typography.heading_primary.weight}}.
Section headers: {{print_typography.heading_primary.print_sizes.h4}}, semibold.
Body: {{print_typography.body_text.print_sizes.standard}}.

[GRID]
Grid system: {{variant_grid_mapping[active_variant].default_grid}}.
Frame visibility: {{variant_grid_mapping[active_variant].frame_visibility}}.

[DESIGN NOTES]
Scannable hierarchy.
Generous white space ({{active_variant.composition.whitespace_ratio}} ratio).
Strategic color use.
One clear CTA.

Event Flyer

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - FLYER]
Event or promotion flyer.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Sizes: 8.5" x 11", 5.5" x 8.5", 4" x 6".
Bleed: {{print_config.bleed_standard}} if applicable.
Paper: 80-100# text or cardstock.

[HIERARCHY]
1. What: Event/offer headline.
2. When: Date and time.
3. Where: Location/venue.
4. Why: Value proposition.
5. How: Registration/CTA.

[DESIGN]
Eye-catching visual.
Essential info prominent.
QR code for digital connection.
Brand-consistent styling per {{active_variant}}.

[AVOID]
Too much text.
Buried key information.
Weak visual hook.

Sales Leave-Behind

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - LEAVE-BEHIND]
Post-meeting handout.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 8.5" x 11" or A4.
Double-sided: Often yes.
Quality: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].brochures.paper}}.

[CONTENT]
Front: Key message, memorable visual.
Back: Detailed info, contact, next steps.

[PURPOSE]
Reminder of conversation.
Reference for decision makers.
Shareable with stakeholders.

[DESIGN NOTES]
Personal touch possible.
Clear call to action.
Contact info prominent.

Posters & Signage

Trade Show Poster

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - POSTER]
Large format display poster.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Sizes: 24" x 36", 18" x 24", custom.
Resolution: 150-300 dpi.
Bleed: 0.25" minimum.

[DISTANCE READING]
Primary text: Readable at 10+ feet.
Secondary: Readable at 5 feet.
Details: Readable at arm's length.

[TYPOGRAPHY SCALING]
10-foot viewing: 72pt+ headlines.
5-foot viewing: 36-48pt.
Close-up: 18-24pt body.

[GRID SYSTEM]
Use: {{print_grid_systems.poster_grids.standard_24x36}}.
Columns: 6.
Safe zone: 1" from edge.

[LAYOUT]
Top: Logo and headline.
Center: Visual/message.
Bottom: Supporting info, CTA.

[AVOID]
Dense text (unreadable).
Small fonts (no impact).
Cluttered design.

Retractable Banner

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - RETRACTABLE BANNER]
Pull-up trade show banner.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 33" x 78" (standard), 24" x 78" (narrow).
Resolution: 150 dpi minimum.
Bleed: Per vendor specifications.

[LAYOUT ZONES]
Top 24": Logo and headline (eye level when standing).
Middle 30": Main message and visuals.
Bottom 24": Supporting info, contact (less critical).

[GRID]
Use: {{print_grid_systems.poster_grids.banner_33x78}}.

[DESIGN RULES]
Simple, bold messaging.
Limited text.
High-contrast colors per {{active_variant.colors}}.
Professional photography if used.

[AVOID]
Full paragraphs.
Detailed information.
Complex graphics.

Directional Signage

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - SIGNAGE]
Wayfinding and event signage.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Sizes: Various, based on application.
Material: Foam board, vinyl, rigid plastic.

[TYPES]
Directional: Arrows, room names.
Informational: Event details, schedules.
Identification: Company/booth ID.

[LEGIBILITY]
High contrast per {{active_variant.colors}}.
Clear typography per {{print_typography}}.
Adequate sizing.
Consistent system.

Stationery Suite

Business Cards (Print Specs)

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - BUSINESS CARD]
Physical business card.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 3.5" x 2" (US standard).
Bleed: 0.125".
Paper: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].business_cards.paper}}.
Finish: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].business_cards.finish}}.

[PRINT ENHANCEMENTS]
Special: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].business_cards.special}}.

[PAPER STOCKS]
Cotton: Premium, textured.
Smooth: Professional, clean.
Recycled: Sustainability message.

[COLOR SPECIFICATIONS]
Primary: {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant].primary.cmyk}}.
Secondary: {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant].secondary.cmyk}}.
Text: {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant].text_primary.cmyk}}.

[AVOID]
{{material_recommendations[active_variant].business_cards.avoid}}.
Readable only in one orientation.

Letterhead (Print Version)

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - LETTERHEAD]
Printed letterhead stock.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 8.5" x 11" or A4.
Paper: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].letterhead.paper}}.
Print: 1-2 color for efficiency.

[LAYOUT]
Header: Logo, contact info.
Body: Generous margins per {{print_spacing.margins.document_standard}}.
Footer: Minimal or none.

[PRINTING]
Offset: Large runs.
Digital: Short runs.
Preprinted: Header only, body printed later.

Envelopes

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - ENVELOPES]
Business envelope suite.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
#10: 4.125" x 9.5" (letter).
A7: 5.25" x 7.25" (invitations).
6x9: Catalog/booklet.

[PRINTING]
Return address: Upper left.
Logo: With or beside address.
Color: 1-2 color typical using {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant]}}.

[PAPER]
Match letterhead stock.
Smooth for laser printing.

Presentation Materials

Folder/Pocket Folder

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - FOLDER]
Presentation pocket folder.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 9" x 12" (holds letter).
Pockets: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].folders.pockets}}.
Spine: None or gusseted.
Paper: {{material_recommendations[active_variant].folders.paper}}.

[PRINTING]
Full color outside using {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant]}}.
Pockets 1-2 color or full.
Optional: Business card slits.

[DESIGN]
Cover: Brand presence, flexible for uses.
Inside: Subtle pattern or solid per {{active_variant}}.
Pockets: Contact info, logo.

[USE CASES]
Proposal packages.
Client onboarding.
Sales presentations.
Conference materials.

Bound Reports/Books

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - BOUND REPORT]
Professionally bound document.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Pages: 8-100+ pages.
Binding: Saddle-stitch, perfect, coil.
Cover: Heavier stock, 80-100# cover.

[BINDING OPTIONS]
Saddle-stitch: 8-48 pages, stapled.
Perfect bind: 48+ pages, glued spine.
Coil/Spiral: Any length, lies flat.
Case bind: Premium, hard cover.

[COVER DESIGN]
Front: Title, branding, visual per {{active_variant}}.
Spine: Title and logo if thick enough.
Back: Summary, contact, or solid brand.

[INTERIOR]
Consistent layout using {{variant_grid_mapping[active_variant]}}.
Page numbers.
Table of contents.
Headers/footers with {{print_typography}}.

Specialty Items

Name Badges

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - NAME BADGE]
Event name badges.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: 3" x 4", 4" x 3", custom.
Material: Paper, plastic, fabric.
Holder: Lanyard, clip, magnetic.

[DESIGN]
Name: Large, readable using {{print_typography.heading_primary}}.
Title: Secondary.
Company: Brand presence.
Event: Context.

[LEGIBILITY]
Name: 24pt+ minimum.
Distance readable: 3-4 feet.
High contrast per {{active_variant.colors}}.

Table Tents/Name Plates

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - TABLE TENT]
Tabletop display.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Size: Various (4" x 6" folded common).
Paper: Heavy cardstock.
Self-standing.

[USES]
Event speaker ID.
Promotional display.
Menu/pricing display.
Table information.

Postcards

[STYLE: {{active_variant.name}}]
{{active_variant.prompt_prefix}}

[ASSET: PRINT - POSTCARD]
Direct mail or promotional postcard.

[SPECIFICATIONS]
Sizes: 4" x 6", 5" x 7", 6" x 9".
Paper: 14-16pt cardstock.
Finish: UV coating, matte.

[LAYOUT - FRONT]
Visual: 60-70% of space.
Headline: Compelling hook.
Brand: Logo present.

[LAYOUT - BACK]
Message: Key points.
CTA: Clear action.
Mailing area: If used for mail.
Contact: How to respond.

[MAILING]
USPS requirements if mailed.
Address placement zones.
Postage indicator.

Color Specifications

color_management:
  mode: CMYK
  profile: "US Web Coated (SWOP) v2"

  # Reference variant-specific CMYK values
  brand_colors_cmyk: "{{cmyk_conversions[active_variant]}}"

  considerations:
    - "Colors may shift from RGB to CMYK"
    - "Request press proof for critical colors"
    - "Use Pantone values from variant specs for exact matching"
    - "Rich black: {{cmyk_conversions[active_variant].rich_black}}"

Resolution Requirements

resolution:
  standard_print: "300 dpi at final size"
  large_format: "150-200 dpi acceptable"
  line_art: "600-1200 dpi"

  image_sources:
    - "Never upscale low-res images"
    - "Request original/RAW when possible"
    - "AI upscaling for emergencies only"

File Preparation

file_prep:
  format: "PDF/X-1a or PDF/X-4"
  bleed: "{{print_config.bleed_standard}}"
  fonts: "Embedded or outlined"
  images: "CMYK, embedded"
  transparency: "Flattened for PDF/X-1a"

  preflight:
    - "Check resolution (300dpi minimum)"
    - "Verify CMYK color space"
    - "Confirm bleed ({{print_config.bleed_standard}})"
    - "Review color separations"
    - "Validate Pantone spot colors"

Quality Checklist

Before sending any print file:

  • CMYK color mode with variant-specific conversions
  • 300 dpi minimum resolution
  • Bleed included ({{print_config.bleed_standard}})
  • Safe zone margins maintained ({{print_config.safe_zone_standard}})
  • Fonts embedded/outlined
  • No RGB images
  • Proof reviewed
  • File named correctly
  • Press-ready PDF exported
  • Vendor specs confirmed
  • Variant-appropriate materials selected
  • Grid system properly applied
  • Typography tokens correctly used

Last Updated: February 2026 Version: 2.0