Question 1

How long have you been doing graphic design?

Accepted Answer

The year 2026 marks 40 years! Angela Partin began working as a summer intern in an advertising agency in Greensboro, NC, during college. After graduation (1986), she joined the staff of The Village Companies in Chapel Hill, NC, as a typesetter and layout artist. In 1988, Angela was hired as the Public Relations Assistant for Alamance Health Services, which ran the two hospitals in Burlington, NC. In 1991, she started Partin Design Group.

Angela likes to joke that she is a "graphic design dinosaur," having started in the business well before computers! During that time, art was set up using the paste-up method - complete with artboards, hot wax, PMTs, text galleys, amberlith and overlays. However, that long history has given Angela a deep understanding of design and printing processes.

Question 2

What types of projects do you work on?

Accepted Answer

Brochures (all sizes)
Annual/Impact reports
Newsletters
Postcards
Folded mailers
Letters with envelopes
Invitations with envelopes
Advertisements
Banners
Posters
Trade show displays
Infographics / data presentation
Maps - driving maps and site maps
Floor plans
Logo design
Business cards, letterhead, pocket folders, notecards
Art for promotional items
Email blasts
Power Point design (refresh/brand alignment)
Event branding

Question 3

What programs or applications do you use?

Accepted Answer

Partin Design Group uses Adobe products for all graphic design services. Our primary applications are InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat. We use Excel for managing mailing lists, Word for copywriting and editing, and Power Point for creating/updating presentations.

We do not use Canva, Publisher, Corel Draw, video-editing or CAD-based applications.

Question 4

How much will my project cost?

Accepted Answer

There are many variables that determine the final cost of any project. Partin Design Group uses a "time and materials" billing model, meaning the final cost will be the total of the hours required to complete the project plus any purchases made on your behalf.

We can provide an estimated price range for your project based on the information you provide and our past experience with similar jobs.

Deposits and progress payments are typically not required. We simply invoice after the job is completed, with payment due within 30 days.

Question 5

Do you take quick-turnaround jobs?

Accepted Answer

Generally, yes! Whether we can accommodate your needs will depend on the type and size of the project, its complexity, what you can provide upfront, your deadline and our availability. Let's just say, it never hurts to ask. If we are not able to meet your needs, we can refer you to other reputable local designers or printers who may be able to help.

Question 6

Do you require a contract or work on a retainer?

Accepted Answer

Partin Design Group works solely on a project basis, so there is no long-term commitment.

For larger or corporate clients, we are happy to provide a Working Agreement with our policies for estimates, billing and terms, schedule parameters, ownership, designer responsibilities and client responsibilities.

Question 7

Do you create or host websites or do coding?

Accepted Answer

Partin Design Group specializes in printed marketing materials, from concept through printing and mailing. While we do not create, host or update websites, it is not uncommon for us to provide graphics/artwork for clients to add to their own site. If you are in need of a new or updated website, we can refer you to local designers with that unique expertise.

Question 8

Do you manage social media accounts?

Accepted Answer

No. Partin Design Group specializes in printed marketing materials. However, as a part of a coordinated marketing campaign, we often provide images and artwork that you can share on social media.

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