Reproduction Requirements and Design Guide
Advertisers must submit their ad material in a digital format. We prefer files emailed (see instructions below). Alternatively, CDs can be mailed to MLA. A print proof and a directory of files must be sent with a CD.
Adobe InDesign for Mac is used in MLA's operations, although our printers can handle multiple programs and platforms. To achieve the best results, it is important to comply with MLA's and its printing partners' standards.
Preferred File Formats
We prefer you submit your art as a high-resolution PDF. We also accept EPS or TIF files.
Spot Colors
All spot colors and RGB must be converted to CMYK before sending to MLA.
Resolution
All files and accompanying artwork must be at least 300 dpi.
Bleed
Add 10% to rates. Bleeds must be specified on insertion order form. All bleeds must be included in the file. Bleeds should not exceed ¼ inch past trim size. All cover ads bleed.
File Names
Be sure to use lowercase, alpha-numeric characters when naming your files. (Avoid symbol characters, spaces, and most punctuation marks. It is okay to use the period, underscore, and hyphen.) Make sure to label each file with your company name as part of the file name followed by underscore and the name of the publication it is being submitted for and the correct extension. Example: yourcompany_mlanews.pdf.
Accepted Ad Sizes
Trim size for all publications is 8.5" W x 11" H
Ad Size | Size Specs |
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Full-page no bleed | 8" W x 10.5" H |
Full-page with bleed | 8.75" W x 11.25" H |
Half-page | 8" W x 5" H |
Quarter-page | 3.75" W x 5" H |
Instructions for Sending Digital Files
Two options are available for sending digital files to MLA. We recommend you submit files one week prior to the art submission deadline.
1. Email an attachment to Jamie Birkner, MLA's Director of Marketing. MLA can accept files up to 10MB in size.
2. Send a CD to shipping address below. CDs must be marked with the advertiser's name or product name and the publication in which ad will be placed. Some type of proof must be sent with the CD.
Please include name, phone number, and email address of the creator of ad, in case we have questions about the file.
Mailing address:
Sabrina Sheth
Director of Exhibits, Sponsorship, and Integrated Media
Medical Library Association
7918 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 300
McLean, VA 22102