How to choose
the right
annual report
design agency

What your agency needs to know

When engaging with your design agency it’s important to:

• Define processes from the outset – Who will be responsible for creating what content? Who needs to approve certain parts of the report? Clarifying such details will avoid conflicts between stakeholders. Assign a project manager to map all the stakeholders, their roles and responsibilities.
• Determine delivery and key deadlines – It can be stressful producing a report, especially when printed copies need to be sent out. Establishing key milestones and clear final deadlines is essential. This includes ensuring the mailing schedule allows sufficient delivery time to meet your requirements.

It’s also vital to allow time for the final checking of content, including key numbers before your report goes to print. We recommend that the design is completed three days before it goes to the printer. This allows time for a printed proof and a final scan of the content to ensure all is correct.

In summary…

Your communications and design agency will play a huge role in the success of your report. From getting the look and feel right, to ensuring you meet all deadlines, they’re a vital cog in the report machine. So, it’s vital to have the right partner.

When choosing whom to collaborate with, look for an agency that:

• Listens rather than lectures
• Has a team whose personality aligns with your values
• Understands your vision and brand
• Has proven capability to deliver both a print and digital version of your report
• Has the capacity to meet your deadlines
• Understands your budget and knows how to get the best from it

JDJ Creative is an experienced annual report design agency

If you’re looking to choose an annual report design agency, then look no further! We’ve been creating report documents for our clients for over a decade. We always take the time to research the client’s industry and collaborate with them to produce a report that fully resonates with their target audience and meets their key objectives.

Whether you’re looking for an annual report, an integrated or standalone sustainability report or a review document, we have the expertise to write, design, and edit your document to industry standards. For an informal chat, get in contact with our design team today at hello@jdjcreative.co.uk or fill in our contact form.