We always think about classes, clubs, events and sports to cover. But what about the details behind that coverage? Do you acknowledge the hard work your staffers put in? Or the people who support
Run, run, run the index
The toughest question of the year that can make even veteran yearbook advisers wince – have you run the index? Whether you have a fall or spring delivery book, it’s time to stop running from the
Eight ways to avoid missing deadlines
Whether you’re racing to the finish line or in the thick of it, deadlines can stress out the staff. For spring books, the coming days are imperative. Finish your book or miss delivery day. For fall
Wow 'em with showstopper spreads
Peanut butter and jelly can get old if you eat it every day. But mixing your lunch routine with other options—pasta, salad or chicken—can surprise your taste buds. Why not vary design the same way?
Sell it! Ring up extra sales
With final submission lists coming due, this is a smart time to amp up sales, because the best yearbook is a sold-out yearbook.
If you haven’t focused much on sales, the beginning of the new year is
What's the Alternative?
Body copy. Text. Anecdotes. Narratives. Features. Stories. If you dread the writing aspect of yearbook, we’ve got a suggestion to make you love words again.
Stories can be one of the more difficult
Better people section design
In this second part of a series devoted to the people section, we’ll tackle the design and theme needs. (If you missed part I, catch it here.)The people section is the perfect opportunity to
It's all about the people...section!
Oh, how we love to procrastinate. And when it comes to the people section, it’s easy to put off the planning and design. You don’t have the mugs so how can you start? Oh, but you can.