Custom CD Graphic Design
Get Design Support for CD Duplication, Digipaks, CD Packaging and More
Independent Artists Trust Bison Disc for Professional CD Designs & Cover Art
We offer top-notch album art, logo, promotional CD design, and cover design services for under $200!
You never get a second chance to make a first impression.
The seasoned graphic designers at Bison Disc are here to transform your cover design concept into CD design or DVD package design masterpieces. No matter what your goals are, you can count on us to help you meet them.
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We don’t believe in cookie cutter designs.
At Bison Disc, we know your project is one-of-a-kind. That’s why we offer custom design services that are sure to attract your audience and place you ahead of your competitors.
Independent artists depend on us.
For more than 25 years, we’ve helped musicians thrive. Let us put our design skills and resources to work for you.
Lightning fast turnaround times.
Thanks to our tried and true process, you don’t have to wait long for your custom album and label artwork. Most of our projects are approved in two proofing rounds.
Artwork Design Services
Digital CD covers
Whether you’re on Instagram, Spotify, or anywhere else, our digital CD covers are bound to strengthen your brand and make a statement.
Custom logos
With our custom logos, you can showcase your success and commitment as an artist. Simply let us know your vision and we’ll bring it to life.
Case studies
Dive deeper into what we’re all about.
Treat your music to a professional look and feel.
The process is fun and easy!
The Process
First and foremost, we’ll take a close look at your notes and materials. We encourage you to be thorough, carefully proof your text, and send images you’re confident you’d like to use.
Next, our talented designers will pair your images with content from our stock photo library. You’ll be left with a complete design that checks off all your boxes. Rest assured the design will be unique to you and perfectly convey your brand.
You’ll receive proofs in an email with a link to a PDF file.
Then, you’ll let us know how you’d like us to tweak or change your design or text. Note that in most cases, new proofs will be emailed within 48 hours.
Once you carefully check your proofs and are completely satisfied with them, you’ll give us the green light.
Finally, we’ll send you the completed CD or DVD package.
Get Started with Your Design
Here’s what we need from you to get the ball rolling and start your design.
This is when you’ll give us the scoop on your project and although not necessary you can share examples of designs you like. We’ll use this information to create a package design that you and your fans will love.
Image and content details
Image Uploading
When it comes to design quality, a strong photo can make all the differences. That’s why we encourage you to provide us with high-resolution photos that are 300 ppi/dpi (pixels per inch) at approximately the final print size in TIFF, JPEG, .PSD, .EPS, or .AI formats.
Only supply the images you’d like us to use. Remember that low-resolution images as well as those you find on the internet will typically appear unclear and unprofessional.
Make note of the image you’d like us to use for the cover. You may also let us know where you’d like other images placed. If you’re unsure of placement, don’t worry! Our design team will take care of it and leave you with the ideal finished product.
Text Uploading
When you upload your text, use a Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) file or Rich Text (.rtf) file. The file must contain Artist Name, Title, and track names in the correct order. If you’re ordering a CD package, it may also include additional details, such as credits, track times, copyright, thank yous, and contact info. For a DVD package, it’s a good idea to include a short synopsis, cast info, special features, awards, and review quotes.
Let Us Help!
If you don’t have your own images or ideas, you can count on our top-of-the-line design studio to assist. We’ll use our copyright-free photo library to create a masterpiece you’re proud to call your own.
Send us all your material.
Please upload or email your text, images, and other materials. Need assistance with the uploading process? Just ask us. We are here to help.,
Our Guarantee
At Bison Disc, we pride ourselves on top-notch graphic design at affordable prices. We pair our seasoned designers with advanced design software to ensure you receive the highest quality album art possible. We guarantee your satisfaction or give you your money back. That’s our promise to you.
Treat your music to a professional look and feel.
Photo and Font Guidelines
Image Quality and Resolution
All images (photos, stock graphics, etc) should be supplied in high resolution (300DPI) and be as large visually as possible. Low resolution or low quality images are not suitable for printing and should be avoided at all cost. Printing low quality images will result in an unsatisfactory print that will not look professional or meet our high print quality standards. See Example For Quality Comparison:
Fonts and Type
We have hundreds of fonts! If you have a particular font in mind, chances are good that we have it, however there are fonts that we may not have. If you require a font that must be purchased, you must first purchase and supply the font for our use. Just check with your representative if you have any questions.
Information and Verbiage
Be sure to supply us with any and all verbiage or written information that must be included in your design. This includes items such as band/album/movie names, titles, credits, track listings, recognitions, etc. If you have specific places on your design that you would like your information placed, just let us know and we will incorporate it accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a digital cover design?
A digital cover design is ideal if you have plans to release a single before your entire album makes its debut or as a digital download-only release. Online stores like iTunes typically require a digital cover.
Your digital cover should intrigue your audience at a thumbnail size. For this reason, it’s best to keep design details simple with one image and concise, easy-to-read text. With this service, you can expect two rounds of proofs. Upon approval, you’ll receive your custom digital cover and may use it as you need to.
Will the designer listen to my CD before the design process begins?
Believe it or not, we don’t listen to music before we design your masterpiece. Here’s why: Since music is subjective, not listening to it allows us to design a package that clearly showcases your message. If you would like us to listen to your message, however, feel free to send in a CD-R and we’ll share it with your designer.
Tips to help you read your proofs.
As you review your proofs, pay attention to the markings on the templates. The markings will reveal how the piece will be cut in the print department.
Bleed refers to extending any image, color, or design elements beyond the cut line. It provides the print shop with a margin of error for trim. If the cut is a bit off, you won’t be able to see the white paper along the edge. Crop marks serve as a guide that informs the print department where to trim the print components.
Safety margins reveal the outermost edge of where we can place crucial elements. If you place important info, like the song title up against the crop line, there’s a good chance some of it may get cut off. Therefore, our designers keep type and other elements 1/8” inside the crop marks.
Color Modes - CMYK vs RGB
The color mode we use to create color on a computer monitor differs drastically from the color mode we use to print color on a press. We ask that you trust our professional team with your colors.
RGB (Red, Green, Blue)
The RGB color mode, which is used by computer monitors, pairs three glowing colors. It can produce many more colors on screen than the Process (CMYK) color mode. This can be an issue as many of the bright RGB images you may notice on your computer can’t be reproduced on a press. When we receive RGB images, we convert them to CMYK for our use so shifts in color are possible and likely.
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) or Blue, Red. Yellow Black
CMYK is the color mode that we use for all print graphics. When screens of the four CMYK “process” colors form a dot pattern on paper, the human eye naturally combines them into a single color.
Image Resolution
You cannot expect high quality design without high-resolution images. As a rule of thumb, high-resolution images should be 300 ppi (pixels per inch) for greyscale and CMYK images, 1200 ppi for line art.
Low-resolution images are 72 ppi graphics you find on the internet, cell phone photos, or images from cameras on low quality settings. Keep in mind that quality will go down if you enlarge small images and they will look soft or blurry.
In the world of professional musicians and filmmakers, image is everything. High quality promotional graphics and photos are a must when you want to look professional. If you do not currently have high resolution photos, we strongly recommend that a professional photographer or high-end digital camera be used when taking photos intended for use in your CD or DVD design. Remember, the higher quality the image, the more professional your result will be, and a professional image can lead to increased sales and recognition of your product.
How long does it take to get my first design proof?
In general, initial design proofs take 3 to 4 business days from the day we receive everything. Complex or larger projects may require 6 or more business days.
How will I receive the proofs?
We will send you an email with a link to a high-resolution PDF file. Although the final print may be a bit different from what you see on your monitor, your completed masterpiece will meet our rigorous quality standards.
Are my proofs similar to what the final print will look like?
Since the process we use to print your packaging and create proofs varies a bit, you should expect some variation. Also, computer monitors and home printers are not created equally so the proofs we email should not be used as a final color reference. We discourage checking proofs on your phone as doing so comes with size and color accuracy limitations.
How do I supply my text?
We encourage you to upload a MSWord (.doc or .docx) or Rich Text (.rtf) file with all the text you’d like in your project. Note that if you do not provide the text in a digital format, we’ll charge an additional fee of $25 per panel to typeset your information for you.
What kind of stock photos do you have?
We are pleased to have access to thousands of high-quality images in our stock photo library. From clouds, mountains, and sunsets to flowers, buildings, and instruments, we have it all. If there is a specific image you’re interested in, let your Product Specialist know and we’ll perform a search for you. Note that while we have many general themes, specific concepts are limited.
What fonts do you have?
We have access to hundreds of fonts, which may be simple, elegant, handwritten or funky, and designed to meet any type of vibe you're going for. You can always share a font you like and we'll do our best to match it.
How should I supply my digital photos with a digital camera?
We encourage you to take your camera photos in the highest quality setting. To do so, look at your owner's manual. Please don't assume that the default settings will cater to professional printing. Also, please avoid cell phone images as they're rarely in high resolution and usually compressed.
What kinds of paper can I choose from?
Our jewel Case Printing and other Packaging are made of top-quality coated paper or board. It's a lot like the paper you've likely seen on a major release as it offers a smooth and glossy feel. For board products, such as jackets, eco-wallets and digipaks, we use a coating, which is a glossy durable finish (the most popular). You can always request an uncoated finish if you prefer.
Who owns the copyright to my finished design?
Once we complete your project and receive your final payment, you own all the rights to your design. It's yours to use how you see fit. A Bison Disc professional has contacted me about possibly using my project for your promotional materials. What does this entail? We're always in search of top-notch designs to feature in various places, like our website, ads, and catalogs. If you grant us permission to use your project, you'll gain exposure and we'll be able to show off our best work. It's a win-win situation for everyone involved. Note that when you sign the paperwork for this, you won't sign over the rights of your project. Instead, you'll simply allow us to use it as a visual.
Don’t Forget…
(!) Send only high resolution TIFF, JPEG, .PSD, .EPS, or .AI images.
Sending low-resolution or low-quality images may result in delays or unsatisfactory print quality.
(!) Images taken from the internet (low resolution or appear small on your screen) are not recommended and will result in poor print quality.
Need a Custom Logo?
Our team can create a unique one-of-a-kind logo specifically for you! Just ask a representative for details.
Resolution Matters
In printing, resolution is extremely important. Always be sure to use a high-quality camera set to the highest megapixel (resolution) setting possible.
Pricing
Looking like a million bucks has never been so affordable! All Design NOW only $195.00 for your entire project.
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Other Products | Posters (11"x17"): $195 Postcard (two-sided): $195 |
Get Started
Submit a Graphics Service Request
Congratulations, you're in great hands! Once you're ready to move forward, simply select the product type that interests you below. Once you've decided on a product, you can then request a quote. Just use the comments box to let our staff know that you need Design Lab services. You can also email us directly at sales@bisondisc.com.
Be Detailed
Be sure to explain any specific requests in detail so that our designers can convey your message as accurately as possible.
Via Email or Quote Request
You can request graphic design services during the quote form process. Simply check the box marked "Graphic Design" under the additional services section of any product quote form to begin the process. You may use our email address: info@bisondisc.com to submit additional information regarding your project.
Mailing Your Details To Us
If you prefer to mail your materials (hard copy photographs, discs with images/graphics, written papers, copies, etc) to us, you may send them to the address below. Be sure to clearly identify your contact information.
Bison Disc
Attn: ________________________ (insert account rep)
3479 West Washington Street
Orlando, FL 32805
800-401-4407