Presentation & Publication Services

By providing you with an expert as your one point of contact, you’ll be able to leverage the power of the top 3% of US-based, vetted designers and copywriters, without having to manage the team yourself.

Presentations and publications should fit into a larger strategy, without losing track of the sales enablement and marketing strategy that’s driving the request. This is where Designity shines. You can let go of quality control while the Designity creative services team elevates your business collateral.

Whether you need a quick edit to a Google Slides template or a new sales deck designed from scratch for PowerPoint or Keynote, you’ll find the designers, writers, and strategists needed on Designity’s creative services team. Available services in this category include:

• Presentation Template: Customizable templates that suit your style, so you can effortlessly dazzle your audience with your ideas!
• Pitch / Sales / Slide Deck: It’s showtime! We craft jaw-dropping slide decks that’ll have your clients nodding "yes!" 
• PowerPoint or Keynote or Google Slides: Looking to impress the boardroom bigwigs? We’ll help you whip up a presentation that oozes professionalism and has everyone giving you a standing ovation (metaphorically, of course)!
• report, case study, and white paper: Let’s make your data sing! We’ll design a visually stunning report that’ll turn those numbers into a captivating story.
• eBook Design & Creation: Through expert design and wordsmithing, we can turn your digital book into a page-turner that keeps ’em hooked!
• Printed Book or Magazine: Whether it’s a book or magazine, we’ll bring your ideas to life in print, leaving you feeling like a published pro!

Freelance designers charge either hourly ($50–150 per hour) or by the package ($600–$2,500) for presentation slide deck design and publication design. Agencies will want to have you sign a long-term retainer agreement with confusing price clauses. The Designity platform’s transparent pricing and flexible monthly plans starting at $3,150 ensure you get top-tier Presentation & Publication without breaking the bank.

Timelines for presentation and publication design projects vary based on the assets already in place, the nuances of the industry, and the complexity of the desired outcomes. As such, expect a project to take as little as two weeks to complete, or up to three months.

Your Designity Creative Director will have a kick-off meeting with you about the project to clarify these questions, then present a transparent timeline to you within 24 hours after the meeting. Want to jump ahead? Pull together your copywriting, your brand guide, your marketing personas, your sales ICP, and a list of the problems this project is meant to solve. If you don’t have that information, you can add it to the scope of your project request for your Designity Creative Director to take care of!

The process to create a great presentation or publication asset can be small and trim for edits to existing pieces, or longer and more strategic to create from-scratch sales enablement materials. On Designity’s platform, your Creative Director will help you select from the most important scope-defining elements, as follows:

1. 60-min. Strategy Session: This is where the magic begins. Clients and designers meet to discuss the objectives, target audience, and overall vision. It’s like a first date, but with more talk about fonts and colors.
2. Cover Design: It’s all about first impressions. The cover design sets the tone for the entire publication. It’s like the handshake of the design world – firm, appealing, and indicative of what’s to come.
3. Layout Creation: Here, the structure of the publication is planned. It’s the architectural blueprint, ensuring that content flows seamlessly, and the reader isn’t lost in a maze of information.
4. Stock Visuals / Illustrations / Icons / etc. Sourcing: Just like accessorizing an outfit, this phase is about finding or creating the perfect visuals that complement the content.
5. Content Insertion & Formatting: Think of this as fitting the pieces of a puzzle together. The content is placed and formatted according to the design guidelines to ensure consistency and readability.
6. Masthead Design: This is the creation of the publication’s title design, usually seen in magazines and newspapers. It’s like a brand’s signature, instantly recognizable.
7. Resizing Designs For Different Formats: A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work here. This step ensures that the design looks great whether it’s on a billboard or a business card.
8. Mockup Creation: Before going to print, a mockup is created for a sneak peek of the final product. It’s like rehearsing before the big show.
9. Print Direction (Color Matching, Paper Selection, etc.): This is where the design meets the physical world. It’s all about ensuring that the colors are right, the paper feels good, and everything is in harmony.
10. Print File Creation: This is the final step before printing, where all the files are prepared and aligned with the printer’s specifications. It’s like packing your suitcase before a vacation, making sure everything’s in place.
11. Page / Content Interaction Design (Digital Publications): If the publication is digital, this step is about making sure that the reader can interact with the content effortlessly, whether it’s flipping pages or clicking on links. It’s like adding the finishing interactive touches to an electronic masterpiece.

In a nutshell, the Presentation and Publication Design process is a well-orchestrated dance that turns ideas into tangible or digital pieces of art, ready to captivate readers. It’s part creativity, part technical expertise, and 100% about effective communication.

At this point, perhaps you’re asking, “Is Designity a good source for this?” Our clients certainly say we are. Designity’s collaborative platform is the only place businesses can find the top 3% of vetted US-based Creatives, an experienced Creative Director as their one point of contact, automations and systems that consistently maintain efficiency, a dedicated quality assurance team working behind the scenes, and simple, easy to understand pricing that’s more like a subscription than a confusing contract. So yeah. We’ve got presentation and publication design covered.

Here’s the recipe for captivating visual storytelling: clarity (communicate with precision), consistency (maintain a cohesive visual language), authenticity (reflect your brand’s essence), relevancy (tailor your stories to your audience), and creativity (add that special flair that makes you stand out).

About Presentation & Publication Design Services: they’re about taking raw, sometimes snore-inducing content, and transforming it into a visually appealing masterpiece that can make even the driest statistics look like a party invitation. From the cover of a glossy magazine to the slides of a corporate PowerPoint, these services are like a fashion makeover for information, ensuring it walks down the runway (or boardroom) with confidence, style, and just the right amount of flair. Whether you need to dazzle clients or just avoid putting your audience to sleep, Presentation & Publication design services are your content’s fairy godmother, ready to make it shine.

Adobe InDesign is often the go-to tool for any multi-page design asset. Why? Because InDesign lets you export to anything with vector assets, well-formatted text, and full-quality bitmap visuals. Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are often pulled into the mix for various specific tools. On the new-school front, Figma continues to make waves because it also allows for vector assets and makes it easier to collaborate with others.

When talking about presentations in particular, it is often beneficial to design straight inside the final output app, whether that’s PowerPoint, Keynote, or Google Slides. Each platform has limitations in its design functions, so the process often looks like doing low-fidelity designs in Figma, then designing the final slides in the presentation app.

Presentations and longform publications serve as invaluable tools in the realm of marketing, offering depth, engagement, and a structured narrative that shorter content forms often cannot achieve. When crafted effectively, presentations, whether they're pitch decks, webinars, or seminars, grab the audience's attention, facilitating a deep dive into products, services, or concepts. This allows marketers to showcase their offerings, thought leadership, and value propositions in a structured manner, often leading to higher engagement rates and conversion opportunities. The visual and interactive nature of presentations further aids in retaining attention, breaking down complex topics, and fostering a memorable brand experience.

On the other hand, longform publications, such as whitepapers, e-books, and reports, fortify a brand's reputation by demonstrating industry expertise and providing substantial value to readers. They cater to a more targeted audience seeking in-depth information, often leading to qualified leads and increased trust. By offering insights, data, and comprehensive exploration of topics, these publications position a brand as a thought leader in its domain. When shared strategically, they can significantly amplify a brand's reach, bolstering credibility and driving long-term engagement with both existing customers and potential leads.

The main purpose is to visually captivate your audience while communicating information. Presentation & Publication services ensure your brand’s message is conveyed effectively and creatively, leaving a memorable impression.

If you’re here, you already have! However, you can find low-cost freelancers at online marketplaces. The problem is either they’re highly skilled in one area, or they’re lightly skilled in multiple areas. Either way, you’re having to spend more time managing freelancers and doing your own quality control. With our clear pricing and flexible plans, our Presentation & Publication services offer top-tier quality within your budget.

Doing search engine searches for “graphic designer near me” or “slide deck design agency near me” might yield good results, or it might lead you down a rabbit trail. Designity’s platform exclusively sources and vets US-based Creatives, so you get the best Presentation & Publication professionals from across the country, regardless of your location.

With advancements in technology and a never-ending craving for visually appealing content, designers are turning even the most mundane reports into interactive, immersive experiences. Forget about those snooze-worthy pie charts; the future is all about holographic projections, virtual reality experiences, and publications that can practically sing and dance their way into your audience’s hearts. So if you thought the days of impressing your boss with slick transitions were over, buckle up! The future of Presentation & Publication design is like the jazz hands of the corporate world – flashy, fun, and impossible to ignore.

AI is making significant waves in the realm of Presentation & Publication design, taking it to futuristic levels. Machine learning algorithms are now capable of assisting designers in layout creation, intelligently arranging content, and even suggesting design elements based on the context of the content. Imagine a world where your computer almost reads your mind, tailoring presentations to your audience’s specific interests and needs!

Moreover, AI-driven data analysis can transform raw data into visually engaging graphs and charts, making it easier to convey complex information. Automation of repetitive design tasks frees up human designers to focus on creativity and innovation. In a sense, AI is like that extra cup of coffee for designers, providing the energy boost needed to turn mundane tasks into dazzling visual experiences. It’s not just enhancing the design process; it’s reshaping how we communicate ideas and information.

Presentation & Publication designers offer a wide array of services ranging from designing stunning covers and layout creation to artfully sourcing illustrations and formatting content. Need to transform a boring report into a captivating document? They’ve got you covered. Want to impress your audience with an engaging PowerPoint presentation? They’ll sprinkle their design magic all over it. Whether it’s for print or digital publications, these designers make sure your materials are not just visually pleasing but effectively communicate your message too. It’s like giving a wardrobe makeover to your content!