Our Services
To request our services, use the Job Request Form
Design Services
We are staffed by a senior graphic/web designer, and part-time graphic design students. We are here to lend design assistance for a large number of items, such as posters, brochures, flyers, PowerPoint presentations, bookmarks, and T-shirt designs. Our staff is familiar with in-house production specifications as well as how to set up your document for printing with an outside vendor.
Photos and Stock Art Images
We have access to high-resolution stock art images as well as the photos taken by the Marketing and Communications photographer. View the Photo Gallery at photos.buffalostate.edu. You can download the high-resolution images you need right from the site by clicking on the download icon on the bottom right below the image. If you right click the photo you are not saving the high quality image.
If stock art is what you need, you can browse the stock art site (stock.adobe.com) ahead of time and select any images you may need. When you click on an image, it will open up a panel with the image enlarged. There is a FILE # under the image. That is the number you need to give us in order for us to download it for you. We have a subscription, so there is no cost to you.
Print Services
Our office is equipped with a color laser printer as well as several large-format printers (up to 42" wide). These enable us to print small items such as postcards, flyers, and bookmarks as well as large items such as conference posters and banners. Our main objective is to assist with academic needs (both faculty and students), but we also create items for offices and other areas like Campus House and Chartwells Dining Services.
We also create cohesive Buffalo State materials for use at Open Houses and other events where you may be promoting your department or program. To see these items, view the Open House section.
Production Services
We offer several "finishing" options for prints.
Lamination: Items can be laminated (up to about 25" wide).
Laminate/Mounting: Prints can also be mounted onto foam core with no cover or with either a glossy or matte finish (max. size 30x40); matte finish only up to 24x36.
Outdoor Signs: Another option used mainly for advertising and directing are the corrugated plastic signs that attach to a metal stake and are placed outside in the ground.
These are available in two sizes: 12x18 and 18x24 (either vertical or horizontal).
Vinyl-cut Lettering: Our vinyl cutter has been utilized the most by Art and Design students for their senior shows, but is available for the whole campus. The students have been using the adhesive vinyl cut lettering in various galleries around Buffalo. The adhesive is strong enough to adhere to the wall, but will not cause damage. This vinyl does not have to be cut into letters; it can also be used to create large graphics. To view the colors available, please check out the Oracle 631 Color Chart.
Plastic Spiral Binding: This type of binding is an excellent option for program booklets, reports, notebooks, and calendars. It is ideal for those interested in lie-flat binding. Your document will stay open, hands-free.
Training
As time permits, we can offer one-on-one assistance and training in the use
and application of these technologies:
Adobe Photoshop (photographs)
Adobe Illustrator (vector images/logos)
Adobe InDesign (Page Layout), including creating Accessible documents
Adobe Acrobat (creation/editing of pdf's), including creating Accessible documents
Microsoft PowerPoint* (slide presentations/posters), Office*, and Publisher*
*These programs are taught on a regular basis in CyberQuad. Here is their current class schedule.
Contact
Contact Kaylene Waite, (716) 878-6676, or visit us in Bulger Communication Center 104.
Small Prints
Small Prints are items that are printed on our laser printer. We can print up to a 12x18 size.
We have four types of paper available for printing:
- Plain paper (28# bright white)
- Glossy paper (100# gloss text)
- Coverstock (80# matte cover)
*NOTE: Laser printers do not print borderless. When designing for you, we will incorporate 1/4” white margins. If you supply the finished designed and margins are not included, we will print your document “fit to page” which will incorporate the margins required by the printer.

Small Posters (11x17)
These posters are a great cost-effective way to promote your event or share information.
- Plain or glossy paper single-sided; double-sided
- Coverstock single-sided; double-sided

Flyer (8.5x11)
These letter-size flyers are a great cost-effective way to promote your event or share information.
- Plain or glossy paper single-sided; double-sided
- 80# Coverstock single-sided; double-sided
*If your design goes to the edge of the paper, we will "fit to page" which will allow for the white margins the printer needs.
See horizontal or vertical layout template to see the specifications we use when creating flyers.

Brochures
These trifold brochures are designed as 11x8.5 double-sided layouts.
- Plain or glossy paper
* See the design layout template to view the specifications we use when creating brochures.

Program
There are generally two types of program sizes:
Small programs are 11x8.5 paper folded in half to create a 5.5x8.5 program. Plain or glossy paper
Large programs are 11x17 paper folded in half to create an 8.5x11 program. Plain or glossy paper
If more than one sheet of paper is needed for the program, the programs will be stapled down the crease.
*Programs are laid out in multiples of four (i.e. If you have five pages of information, we'll need to condense it to 4 pages or add pages to make 8).

Bookmarks
The standard size of bookmarks that we design are 5-up (5 per page). We can either incorporate the 1/4" white margins into the bookmark or cut them off when trimming. If wider bookmarks are needed, we can change it to 4-up or 3-up (see rack cards below).
Paper options:
- 80# coverstock. Single-sided; double-sided.
*Design specifications for 5-up full-color bookmarks or bookmarks with white borders.

Rack Cards
Rack cards are similar to wide bookmarks and fit 3-up per page. Each card is the size of a trifold brochure when folded - so these fit easily in a brochure rack.
Paper options:
- 80# coverstock. Single-sided; double-sided.
*Design specs for the 3-up rack cards.

Business cards
We can design business cards (2"x3.5") for any need. Lamination (glossy or soft-touch) is extra.
Single-Sided Options:
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Double-Sided Options:
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Notecards
There are generally three sizes of notecards that we design/print. Our notecards are printed on 80# coverstock. They can be single-sided or double-sided. Single-sided would allow for an image on the front and text/logo on the back of the card. Double-sided would include text on the inside.
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Small notecards (4.25x5.5) use one 8.5x11 sheet of paper to print two cards. A .25" white margin is incorporated around the whole notecard, so only one cut is made.
*See the horizontal or vertical 2-up specifications.
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5x7 cards use one 8.5x11 sheet of paper to print one card. Crop marks are placed for trimming. These cards do not require a white border. They can have color all the way to the edge as we trim these for you.
*See the 5x7 horizontal or vertical specifications.
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Half-page cards use one 8.5x11 sheet of paper per card. A .25" white margin is incorporated around the whole card.
*See the half-page horizontal or vertical specifications.

Postcards
There are generally three sizes of postcards that we design/print. These are laid out either 2-up or 4-up, meaning we fit 2 or 4 postcards per sheet of paper, respectively.
Paper options:
- 80# coverstock. Single-sided; double-sided.
Set options:
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4-up (4.25x5.5) uses one 8.5x11 sheet of paper to print four postcards. These can be single or double-sided. A .25" white margin is incorporated around the whole postcard, so only two cuts are made - one vertical, one horizontal.
*See the 4-up specifications.
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2-up (either 4x6 or 5x7) uses one 8.5x11 sheet of paper to print two postcards. Crop marks are placed for trimming. These postcards do not have to have a white border. They can have color all the way to the edge as we trim these for you.
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2-up (5.5x8.5 half a page) uses one 8.5x11 sheet of paper to print two postcards. These can be single or double-sided. A .25" white margin is incorporated around the whole postcard, so only one cut is made - either vertical or horizontal, depending upon the aspect of your postcard.
*See the 2-up half-page specifications.

Certificates
We can design certificates for your use. Ask us for some ideas.
Paper options:
- 80# coverstock. Single-sided

12 x 18 Table Tents
There are generally three sizes of postcards that we design/print. These are laid out either 2-up or 4-up, meaning we fit 2 or 4 postcards per sheet of paper, respectively. Printed on coverstock.

8.5 x 11 Table Tents
There are generally three sizes of postcards that we design/print. These are laid out either 2-up or 4-up, meaning we fit 2 or 4 postcards per sheet of paper, respectively. Printed on coverstock.
Large Format Prints
Media Options for Large Format Prints
Simple Bond: This is a bright white, high-quality 46lb. (175g) bond paper. Cost-effective option for short-term, full-color posters.
Satin Photo Paper: This is our standard poster paper. Highly recommended. 8 mil. (190g). Satin finish.
Polyselect (Fabric): This 100% polyester fabric comes in both light and medium weight. It is water-resistant with a very tight, barely discernible weave. Measuring 9 mils thick and weighing 180 g/m², it combines a nice smooth feel with a bright-white surface ideal for reproducing colorful, finely detailed images and designs.
Polypropylene: Water-Resistant 8 mil polypropylene film for producing durable short-term banners and outdoor posters. Provides brilliant color reproduction and is lightweight. Matte finish with a "plastic-like" backing so it won't tear.
Adhesive Polypropylene: Adhesive-backed polypropylene film that lets you produce spectacular, brilliantly colored graphics that will last up to eight months outdoors without lamination. The adhesive sticks to a wide range of substrates, including rigid PVCs, foamboards, and aluminum.
Vinyl: 16 mil. scrim-reinforced vinyl for producing a durable, weather-resistant banner. Great for photo-intensive banners. Matte finish. Can be used outdoors for a limited time.
Adhesive Vinyl: This is printable vinyl with an adhesive backing. Two types are available: a repositionable more fabric-like material and a more permanent smooth material.
Perforated Vinyl: This is printable vinyl with an adhesive backing. Two types are available: a repositionable more fabric-like material and a more permanent smooth material.
Clear Film: Clear film genreally used on the campus for screenprinting applications.
Display Film: This is a quick and easy printing for all kinds of display graphics, including trade show graphics, banner stands and point-of-purchase displays. The matte surface is scratch- and water-resistant, and produces exceptional image quality.

Posters
We design and print anything from conference posters and event posters to building directories and schematics. These are most often printed on our standard satin poster paper, but we have several other choices listed below. Standard Poster Sizes: 16x20, 18x24, 22x28, 24x36, 30x40, 36x48, 36x56.
Our largest print media is 42" wide. Please make sure at least one size of your print is 42" or smaller.

Conference Posters
Both faculty and students attend conferences or research fairs where their work is to be shared. To make the experience a little easier for you, we have many poster templates available to download. Use them as a guide and feel free to change the colors, fonts, etc.
The standard size of a conference poster is usually 30x40. Please check your conference guidelines for recommended size requirements.

Fabric Posters
These are generally conference posters that are printed on a Polyselect material similar to fabric. These are best for long-distance travel where they are placed in your luggage rather than a poster tube that can be misplaced.

Sidewalk Signs/A-frames
These signs are generally 24x36, printed on plain paper, and then laminated to make them waterproof for outside use. Some A-frames on campus may be a different size. If this is the case, please let us know and we'll adjust the size accordingly.

Banners
The most common banner media are vinyl or polypropylene. For a description of each - see below. We can also add grommets to the vinyl for hanging purposes. Standard Banner Sizes are usually either 24" or 36" by anywhere between 4-8 feet. They can be vertical or horizontal.
Vinyl: Outdoor sign use
Polypropylene: Indoor sign use
Banner Stands: We do offer 11.75" tabletop, 24" and 36" wide retractable vertical banner stands for purchase. The visible image sizes for each one are:
11.75" - image size is 11.75x19.5
24" - image size is 24" wide and the height can be between 51" - 92"
36" - image size is 36" wide and the height can be between 35" - 92"
*We offer free design. If you would like to design your own, please contact us for the specs, as additional length is required for retracting into the stand.

Table Runners
Instead of having your logo printed directly onto a tablecloth, we have a more economical solution - buy any color tablecloth and use a table runner to show who you are.
Our table runners are 36x60 and are white. The area that your logo should fit in is 32" wide by 18" high. The runners are made from a fabric called PolySelect. It can be folded and ironed later (backside only).

Photo Prints
We can print photos on a luster photo paper. Standard sizes that fit frames are usually 5x7, 8x10, 11x14, and 16x20. Other sizes can be accommodated. Please contact us with any questions. If you are wanting prints of Buffalo State events or scenics that our college photographers have taken, please go to photos.buffalostate.edu to view the galleries. To download the image, please click the download button on the right side below the image for the highest resolution file.

Adhesive Vinyl (Window/Wall Graphics)
Adhesive vinyl can be used in many ways. We have two types - a standard adhesive vinyl and a repositionable adhesive vinyl. The standard version is opaque whereas the repositionable allows the background color to show through a little. Keep this in mind if placing it onto something dark. The repositionable has a "fabric" type feel/texture while the standard is smoother. This is a white vinyl that we print on, therefore it can be full color.
Adhesive Vinyl Options:
Adhesive Vinyl: Long-lasting waterproof 5-mil vinyl backed with a permanent, but removable adhesive for outdoor signs. Scratch-resistant coating
Adhesive Repositionable: Removable, reusable, and repositionable, this fabric sticks to any non-porous flat surface. It works indoors or out. It is ideal for walls. It will easily wrap around corners and poles. It won't leave any residue behind.

Perforated Vinyl (Window Graphics)
The perforated vinyl is not see-through so whatever side you put it on is the side you view it from. The front is white with small holes in it. The backside of it is shaded, but see-through so it can be placed on windows without blocking the view from one side.

Vinyl-Cut Decals (Window/Wall Graphics)
We use Oracle 631 self-adhesive vinyl film to create cut letters/shapes for surfaces. The 631 vinyl will not damage walls and removes cleanly and easily up to 2 years. This type of vinyl design is one color as we cut a colored roll of vinyl.
Design Specifications:
- Vinyl lettering/shapes need to be created in Adobe Illustrator (.ai file preferred).
- Font must be at least 1" tall (about 100pt).
- Please "create outlines" with the text in case we don't have your particular font.
If you need assistance in creating the files, contact us and we will be happy to help you or create it for you.
*There is a 25% weeding/transfer sheet charge dependent upon the size and complexity of your vinyl lettering.
Colors: View our available colors. Other colors can be ordered with a minimum of 2 weeks' notice. Color rolls are 15", 24", 30", and 48". The cutting area is about 2" less than the vinyl roll. Please contact us to see what we have on hand and what the roll size is. Black vinyl is available in all sizes.

Corrugated Plastic Outdoor Signs
We have both vertical and horizontal signs in 12x18 and 18x24 sizes. Your signs will be printed and mounted to corrugated plastic. They are weather-proof and metal "H" stakes are included with your signs.
*Recycling is encouraged. Please bring back your metal stakes when you're done with them so we can reuse them.

Stickers & Labels
Our office can create stickers and labels for you. Since we offer a wide range of sizes and shapes, we don't keep large amounts on hand.
*Please allow 1-2 weeks so that we may order precisely what you need in size and material.*
Some of the options are white matte paper stickers, white or clear polyester (which are weatherproof), and vinyl (BS5609 Section 2-compliant for chemical labels).
Letter size sheets: Paper, Polyester, or Vinyl
11x17 or 12x18 sheets: Paper, Polyester, or Vinyl
*The number of stickers per sheet depends on the sticker size.

Die-cut or Kiss-cut Stickers
Die-cut stickers are unique because they're custom-cut to the precise shape of your design and cut through the backing of the sticker, rather than being limited to standard shapes like circles or squares.
Kiss-cut stickers are cut through the sticker material only, leaving the backing paper intact, which provides an easy-to-peel border and extra space for your branding or design elements.
*If you would like a kiss-cut sticker, please contact our office for more information.

Big Check or Gift Card
These large checks (15x40) or gift cards (24x36) can be created for any event to give as fun gifts. Please contact us with your ideas and we can design them for you.

Calendar
We've created a photo calendar template in PowerPoint that can be customized with your own photos and special dates (e.g., birthdays, anniversaries). When finished, save as a pdf and submit to the Design and Print Center for printing/binding. The template is free – so printing can be done elsewhere if you like.
We offer two different binding methods:
- Saddle-stitched (11x17 folded and stapled)
- 11 x 8.5 on coverstock, spiral-bound along the top

Lamination
Our lamination is glossy and can be used to protect your prints. We can laminate up to about 25" wide.
Sizes 8.5x11 and 11x17 are standard.
For larger sizes, use the cost calculator on the Large Format Items page.

Mounting onto foam core
There are three different options for mounting poster prints. This is great for events, but not recommended for permanent use as foam core can warp over time. Mounting is an additional cost separate from printing costs. Sizes for each option are 24x36 and 30x40
- Mounting onto foam core with no cover over the print
- Mounting onto foam core with a glossy laminate finish
- Mounting onto foam core with a matte laminate finish
*matte not available in 30x40 size

Spiral Binding
We carry black plastic spiral coils in various sizes. We'll choose the size to fit your document. We can bind documents up to 11" long. We can only bind the shorter side of an 11x17. We will include a clear plastic cover and a black plastic back cover.

Banner Stand
These portable banner stands are great for displaying your vertical banners without the hassle of finding an easel and the cost of having your poster mounted onto foam core. The banner stands are available in 24", 36", and 11.75" tabletop.
To have a banner designed for the stand: Request a banner printed on polypropylene, which has a plastic backing to prevent tearing. The largest banner size for 24" & 36" is 24x92 and 36x92. The smallest size for 24" & 36" is 24x60 and 36x60.
*Extra length will be added to the banner for retracting into the stand.
Instructions on how to set up banner stands
Tabletop (.pdf)

Tablecloths
We have orange and black available.
Specifications:
- Each measures 90" x 132"
- 100% polyester
- Stain & wrinkle resistant
- 1 piece, seamless design
- Edges are folded & then hemmed
Please note: High-quality material used, weight of this item is very heavy.
To customize your table, consider purchasing a table runner printed with your logo or program name.

Matte Board
15x20 black matte board is used primarily by the students in the graphic design program, but anyone may purchase it.
It comes prewrapped in packages of ten boards; however, we also sell it individually.
Open House Items
These items were designed to have a cohesive Buffalo State University appearance and be able to be printed in-house. Because these can be printed in-house, small amounts may be requested allowing more up-to-date promotional items for Open House and other events. Below are several items that can be designed specifically for your department, office, or program. Please contact Kaylene Waite (waitekd@buffalostate.edu) directly about having any of these items created.

6x9 Trifold
These trifolds have been created for various departments as well as programs. Once requested, we can fill the trifold with information that comes directly from your department's website. We will then provide you with a proof that can be revised and edited as needed. If you would like to give us all the text and images right from the start - that is fine too.
Generally, the outside of the trifold is information about your department, while the inside is left for the course requirements of your degree programs. If you have many degree options (i.e. masters, bachelors, certifications, minors, etc.), inserts can be created as well. The other option is to add a mailing section to the middle area so that these can be mailed to prospective students. Several departments have both options available and print copies as needed.

Brochure Holders for 6" trifolds
Clear plastic brochure holders are available for the 6" wide brochures. We have single and double brochure holders as well as one that holds brochures and business cards.

Vertical Banner
These banners are created specifically for Open House events. If you would like one for your department, please contact us so that we can design one for you. The banners are 24" wide x 60" tall and fit the adjustable banner stands. Each 24"x60" banner is printed on polypropylene banner material that has a plastic backing to prevent tearing.
We have switched to purchasing 24" and 36" retractable banner stands. Contact us for more information.

Table Runner
Instead of having your logo printed directly onto a tablecloth, we have a more economical solution - buy any color tablecloth and use a table runner to show who you are.
Our table runners are 36x60 and are white. The area that your logo should fit in is 32" wide by 18" high. The runners are made from a fabric called PolySelect. It can be folded and ironed later (backside only).
*NOTE: Orange and black tablecloths are available to purchase. More information is our Supplies section.

Tabletop Trifold
Each section of this tabletop trifold is 18"W x 24"H. The full document size is 24” x 54”
The vinyl-only option is for those departments that still have the tabletop trifolds that were created years ago. Bring the trifold display over and we can create a design with your updated information/images and print these on adhesive vinyl which will be applied on top of the original design.
For those that do not have the original trifold display, we can create a new Sintra board trifold for you and attach the vinyl to that.