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Graphic Design & Illustration

Graphic Design & Illustration. Illustration Graphics: CD Cover . CD Cover Specifications. The front cover must be 4.75" high and 4.75" wide. The tray card (back cover) must be 4.62" high and 5.87" wide. . Cover specifications (continued).

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Graphic Design & Illustration

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  1. Graphic Design & Illustration Illustration Graphics: CD Cover

  2. CD Cover Specifications • The front cover must be 4.75" high and 4.75" wide. • The tray card (back cover) must be 4.62" high and 5.87" wide.

  3. Cover specifications (continued) • The left and right ¼" of the tray card will be the spines. • The front cover must include the title of the CD and the name of the artist/s (place the name of the recording artist/s and the title in the top third of the overall cover).

  4. Cover specifications(continued) • The back cover should include the names of the songs and indicate the playing order. • Each spine must include the name of the recording artist/s and the title of the CD. (Refer to the CD example for the standard direction of text).

  5. Cover specifications(continued) • If using photo software, save the file in .psd format and as a high quality jpeg when completed. • Create a strong graphic message, and keep the design simple and concise to communicate clearly. • Use color effectively to add to the visual interest.

  6. Graphics: Creative Standards(continued) • Impart an appealing message about the contents of the CD and evoke an emotion or feeling with visuals. • Items to include on the CD cover include the title and the name of the recording artist/s. • The typography within the illustration should be legible and effective.

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