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Print Production Information

Additional Journal Watch Print Newsletter production information.

2-page insert

  • 9” x 10-31/32” (includes lip and face trim allowance).
    Ad size: 8-3/8” x 10-31/32”.
    Live area: 1/2” clearance on head, foot, face, bind edges.
  • .05” lip for stapling on left of insert.

4-page insert

  • 17” x 10-31/32” (includes face trim allowance).
    Ad size: 16-3/4” x 10-31/32”.
    Live area: 1/2” clearance on head, foot, face, bind edges.

Supplied Insert Requirements

  • If three-hole punching is required, please allow 1/2” non-live area on either side of the center for holes.
  • Newsletters are flat collated (no binding lap) and trimmed 1/8” off face only. No head or foot trim allowance necessary.
  • Supply inserts flat at size specified. We do not accept folded inserts.
  • We require a folding dummy for supplied inserts. Please mark page order for printing: Page 1, Page 2, etc., and deliver with the inserts.
  • Maximum acceptable thickness of paper stock is .005”
  • Overage is determined by sponsorship quantity. Contact Publisher for specifics.
  • Special effects that change the specification or characteristics of the insert such as gatefolds, pop-ups, short-cut inserts, perimeter die-cuts, mechanical devices, etc., are
    not acceptable. All special or unusual inserts must be preapproved by Publisher.
  • Inserts submitted that do not comply with the above specifications may be rejected, or may be subject to bindery slowdown charges and/or special handling fees to be determined by the Publisher.
  • Delivery date: Insertion order must be received 30 days prior to print order date specified on the newsletter production schedule. Pre-printed inserts must be received 10 days prior to the print order date specified on the newsletter production schedule.

Shipping Instructions

Ship inserts prepaid to:
Bob Hartman
c/o Bob Harless
NEJM/MMS Antico Industrial Park
108 Unit 6 Clematis Avenue
Waltham, MA 02453
781-434-7646
Note: Printer cannot accept collect shipments.

  • Inserts are to be boxed and shipped flat (SECURED ON SKIDS).
  • Inserts should be packed tightly enough to prevent shifting during transport.
  • Mark all cartons properly with quantity, issue date, name of publication, and number of boxes.
  • Send packing slip with each insert shipment.

Digital Requirements For Publisher-Printed InsertsM

  • We accept PDF/x-1a and TIFF-IT P1 files. For creation and verification of PDF/x-1a files. We recommend Enfocus Pitstop and Apago PDF/x Check Up.
  • Provide single-page, head-up, full-bleed files. Marks should not encroach into bleed. File size needs to be 1” larger than final trim size on all four sides and include bleed, crop marks, and color bar. Image should be centered within file page area.
  • Mac CD preferred for all size ads.
  • Media labeling requirements:
    Publication name
    Advertiser
    Product
    Insertion date
    Printout of disk contents
    Contact person
    Phone number
    Vendor contact
    File name/number
    Agency name
  • We require one digital halftone proof (contract proof) from the files(s) being sent. An example of a digital halftone contract proof is Kodak Approval. Contract proofs must include a quality control patch (color bars).
  • We require a laser printout of all pages from the files(s) being sent, for use as a content proof.
  • Proofs of both ad and prescribing information must be marked with page order for printing: page 1, page 2, etc.
  • Please clearly specify if insert is new or repeat material.
  • If three-hole punching is required, please allow 1/2” nonlive area on either side of center for holes.
  • Newsletters are flat collated (no binding lap) and trimmed 1/8” or 3 mm off face only. No head or foot trim allowance necessary.
  • Delivery date: Insertion order must be received 40 days prior to print order date specified on the newsletter production schedule. Files must be received 30 days prior to the print order date specified on the newsletter production schedule.

Introduction Letter & Envelope

  • Introduction letter is produced by the Publisher for the sponsor at additional charge.
  • The letter is signed by the sponsor, Publisher, or both.
  • Standard letter text is available. Publisher must approve changes to letter content prior to printing.
  • Standard teaser copy is available. Publisher must approve changes to teaser copy prior to printing.
  • Production requirements for logo or signature: black only .eps or .tiff file.
  • Final letter and envelope text/artwork must be approved by sponsor 30 days prior to the publication date. Please contact Anne Russ, 781-434-7784, for more information.

Production Specifications For Banner Materials

  • Banner appears on top front page of newsletter.
  • Banner is produced by Publisher for the sponsor.
  • Banners are black with white type.
  • Logo dimensions: maximum height is .375”; maximum width is 3.5”.
  • File formats for logo: black-only .eps or .tiff file.
  • Final banner artwork must be approved by sponsor 30 days prior to the publication date. Contact Publisher for specifics.
  • A drug logo may be used on the banner only in conjunction with a pharmaceutical company logo.

Contact Information

For newsletter production requirements, contact Bob Harless, 781-434-7613.