Creating Poster Sessions

Process for Creating Posters Plan Gather and Digitize Design Produce Layout Package Poster Presentation Survival Kit

Process for Creating Posters
Plan	Identify objectives Clearly desribe messages you want to get across Prioritize messages for design process Select method of evaluation Describe specifications and recommendations Height of board Title size Footprint Travel plans Develop scale model Test headlines and kickers Test organization and flow Identify resources available
Gather and Digitize	Collect Relevant Materials Text: Title, body, tables Graphics: Diagrams, charts, maps, logos, etc. Photos: Snapshots, slides Misc: Brochures, illustrations, 3D Materials Digitize Keyboard Scanner Images Optical character recognition (OCR) Video frame capture
Design	Chunk up the content into managable messages Organize by message Priorize information with design Layout to represent logical flow Select materials to be used Select boards, papers, etc. Select color schemes Add variety with colors, textures, shapes Design your materials to be: Visible Clear Simple
Produce	Layout chunks of content with computer software Powerpoint PageMaker Drawing program Edit and check! Produce pages by: Laser printer Color printer Color copies Photography
Layout	Layout materials in approximate position on board to check for relative positioning and space before trimming anything. Cut boards Sandwich and drymount, spray, or tape Title Chunks Layout for space check Pasteup to board Highlight relationships Complete hinges, braces
Package	Package with plastic, butcher paper, etc. for: Travel Storage Weather
Poster Presentation Survival Kit	Take backup materials for setup, repair, and any surprises. Double stick tape Strong packing tape Extra matte board Matte knife Scissors Handout version Tacks or pins

Maintained by: Layne Nordgren (nordgrle@plu.edu) Last Update: 09/08/98