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Print Design That Gets the Job Done (and Looks Good Too)
The noise of digital marketing makes well-designed printed materials an impactful touch point for your clients or customers. Barrelmaker helps you make a lasting impression with thoughtfully designed print materials that capture your unique brand identity. We design print materials that communicate clearly, support your goals, and reflect your brand — with layouts, typography, and color choices that make sense.
Clear Communication
Every piece is designed to get your message across quickly and understandably, so your audience knows exactly what you want them to do or feel.
Consistent Branding
Your colors, logos, and type choices are applied thoughtfully to ensure your brand feels cohesive across all printed materials.
Readable & Effective Layouts
Content is organized for clarity and impact — we make sure information is easy to scan and visually digestible.
Attention to Context
We consider where and how the materials will be used, so your brochures, posters, or flyers actually work in the real world.
Efficient Production
Files are prepared for print with proper bleed, resolution, and formats, reducing headaches with printers and saving you time.
Collaboration-Friendly Process
We start with your goals, gather your input, and iterate until the materials do what you need — no over-complication, no wasted work.
Advanced Visual Work
If your project needs more complex illustration, photography, or bespoke creative, we can collaborate with contracted specialists while maintaining consistent results.
How We Work Together
The process is flexible by design — it adapts to the size, scope, and reality of your project.
Clarify the Real Problem
We start by talking through what you think you need and, just as importantly, why. Together, we identify the core problem you’re trying to solve, explore constraints like budget and production, and refine the goal until it’s clear and actionable. Sometimes this reframing changes the entire direction of a project — and that’s usually a good thing.
Explore Direction
Early on, we keep ideas loose. This allows us to explore possibilities without locking into a direction too quickly. Because early visuals can sometimes be misleading, we often start by discussing intent, structure, and language before moving into more finished layouts. This helps ensure we’re headed down the right path before investing time in polish.
Refine with Clear Feedback
Once a direction is chosen, the design comes together quickly. We rely on focused, written feedback whenever possible so nothing gets lost and decisions are documented. If a call helps clarify something, we’ll talk it through — but we aim to keep feedback intentional and productive. Iteration is part of the process, not a failure of it.
Handle Production Thoughtfully
When it’s time to produce the work, we prefer to coordinate directly with printers to ensure quality and consistency. Printed proofs are encouraged when appropriate, and we’ll guide production details so the final piece matches the intent of the design. If you’re local, delivering the finished materials in person is always a nice bonus.
A Few Things You Might Be Wondering
Every project is a little different, but these answers should help clarify how we work.
- What if I’m not exactly sure what I need yet?
- That’s completely fine — and very common. Part of the process is helping clarify what will actually be useful based on your goals, constraints, and audience. You don’t need to arrive with a fully formed plan.
- Do you only do print design, or can this connect to other work?
- Print design often works best when it’s part of a bigger picture. If your project overlaps with branding, digital design, or web work, we can talk through how everything fits together and keep things consistent.
- How much creative direction do you need from me?
- As much or as little as you have. Some clients come with a clear vision, others just know what isn’t working. We’ll meet you where you are and help shape the direction together.
- How many revisions are included?
- We don’t work with rigid revision limits. Instead, we focus on getting alignment early and refining thoughtfully. Most projects come together in a small number of focused rounds once the direction is clear.
- Will I see concepts early, or only finished designs?
- We believe in collaboration, so you’ll be involved throughout the process. Early on, we may talk more about goals, structure, or language before things look polished. This helps avoid going too far in the wrong direction and leads to better outcomes overall.
- Do you handle printing, or just the design?
- Whenever possible, we prefer to coordinate directly with printers so the final result meets quality expectations. Printed proofs are encouraged when appropriate, and we’re happy to guide production details to make the process smoother.
- Do you provide final design files?
- Final print-ready files are always provided. Editable source files are typically not included, but we’re happy to discuss options if you have a specific need.
- What if my project changes partway through?
- That happens. If goals or scope shift, we’ll talk it through and adjust the plan as needed. Any additional work is discussed clearly before moving forward.
- Is this a good fit for small projects or limited budgets?
- Yes. We regularly work with small and mid-sized businesses and help prioritize what will have the most impact. If something isn’t worth doing, we’ll say so.