Client Resources
Find the artwork guidelines, downloadable templates, and file setup instructions you need to prepare your backdrop files for production. This resource center is designed for clients, agencies, event teams, designers, and production partners preparing artwork for custom backdrops. Use the links below to download the correct template for your backdrop size and frame style before submitting your final files. If you are unsure which template to use, please contact our team before beginning your artwork setup.
Backdrop Artwork Guidelines & Templates
Choose your backdrop type below to view artwork requirements and download the correct design template. Each resource includes setup guidance for file size, bleed, safe area, resolution, color mode, accepted file formats, and artwork submission.
Pop-Up Style Backdrops
Pop-up style backdrops are commonly used for step-and-repeat displays, branded photo moments, press walls, trade shows, red carpet events, media walls, and experiential marketing activations. – [8′ x 8′ Pop-Up Style Backdrop Artwork Guidelines & Template](/client-resources/8×8-pop-up-style-backdrop-artwork-guidelines-template/) – [8′ x 10′ Pop-Up Style Backdrop Artwork Guidelines & Template](/client-resources/8×10-pop-up-style-backdrop-artwork-guidelines-template/)
Straight Style Backdrops
Straight style backdrops are a clean, professional option for branded event spaces, corporate events, product launches, trade shows, conference booths, sponsorship walls, and photo backdrops. – [8′ x 8′ Straight Style Backdrop Artwork Guidelines & Template](/client-resources/8×8-straight-style-backdrop-artwork-guidelines-template/) – [8′ x 10′ Straight Style Backdrop Artwork Guidelines & Template](/client-resources/8×10-straight-style-backdrop-artwork-guidelines-template/)
Before You Submit Artwork
To help prevent production delays, please review the artwork requirements before uploading your files. Your final artwork should generally include:
- Correct backdrop size and template
- Print-ready layout at the required scale
- Proper bleed and safe area
- High-resolution images
- CMYK color setup, unless otherwise instructed
- Outlined fonts or packaged font files
- Embedded or included linked images
- Clear file naming with your company name, project name, and backdrop size
For best results, always start with the correct template for your exact backdrop size and style.
Common Backdrop File Requirements
Most custom backdrop artwork should be prepared using professional design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, or Adobe Photoshop. Accepted file types may include:
- Print-ready PDF
- Adobe Illustrator file
- Adobe Photoshop file
- High-resolution TIFF
- High-resolution JPEG, if approved for your project
Please avoid submitting low-resolution screenshots, presentation slides, web graphics, or flattened files that cannot be properly checked for production.
Need a Custom Size or Help Choosing a Template?
If your backdrop size is not listed, or if you are not sure whether your order uses a pop-up style or straight style frame, our team can help confirm the correct setup. Contact us before creating your artwork if you need:
- A custom-size backdrop template
- Help confirming your backdrop frame style
- Artwork setup support – File review before production
- Guidance for logo placement, sponsor walls, or step-and-repeat patterns
Artwork Submission Checklist
Before sending your final file, confirm the following:
- You used the correct backdrop template.
- The artwork matches the ordered backdrop size.
- Important logos, text, and faces are inside the safe area.
- Images are high resolution.
- Colors are set up for print.
- Fonts are outlined or included.
- Linked files are embedded or packaged.
- The file name clearly identifies the project and backdrop size.
- You reviewed the artwork at full size or production scale. 10. You are submitting the final approved version. Following these steps helps keep your project moving smoothly through proofing and production.