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}}"
Print Material Recommendations by Variant¶
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¶
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.
Print Design Philosophy¶
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
Print-Specific Considerations¶
- 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.
Print Production¶
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