One question I'm asked often is how I release digital files to my clients. I have to admit that I resisted selling digital files for quite some time, but as the demand for the option among my clients grew (especially from my high school senior clients) I knew I needed to find a way to make it happen. The only way I knew I could be confident offering a print release on digital files was to provide a quality print solution to my clients. Over the past year I've implemented a system that has received rave reviews from my clients so I thought I'd share it with all of you who have asked. Here's a brief overview of how it works once a client orders a package that includes digital files: (Please note that my digital files are included in a collection that includes a variety of products i.e. books, canvas wall prints, etc... This ensures that my clients end up with physical professionally printed products in their home and not just a disc sitting in their desk drawer collecting dust.)

1) I create an account for my client at www.mpix.com using their e-mail address.

2) Upload the digital files included in their package.

3) Send an e-mail to my client with their login information to Mpix with a note explaining that the physical discs will be delivered with the rest of their print order.

4) When I place my clients order through my lab I order TWO discs. One disc goes into the tri-fold shown above and I refer to that as the "Safekeeping Disc" and encourage my clients to store the disc in a fireproof safe. Included in the tri-fold is their Mpix login information with instructions on how to order and an explanation of what is included on the disc. I adhere the Safekeeping Disc to the tri-fold using a self-adhesive CD hub available on-line or at most office supply stores. The other disc, a "Keepsake Disc",goes into a custom hardcover case with my client's photo, name & graduation year (if applicable).

What my clients have loved about this system is that they have an opportunity to order great quality images from Mpix at consumer prices well before their print order arrives. My high school senior clients love getting their hands on die-cut wallets within 24 hours of me creating their account and loading their files to Mpix. This digital file release system has worked very well for me over the past year and I know my clients are loving it!

If you're interested in implementing a similar program I have a variety of "Digital Kits" available here at Jamie Schultz Designs. The one shown above is included in the Cover Story Marketing Kit, but you'll also find the digital release tri-folds in the following kits as well:

Digital Kit: Senior

Digital Kit: Elegant

Digital Kit: Contemporary

Business Kit: Simply Organic

Business Kit: Retro Mode

Business Kit: Perfectly Panache

Business Kit: Vintage Chic

Business Kit: Modern Scroll

Business Kit: Modern Flair

Business Kit: Framed Elegance

Business Kit: Fancy That

It's high school senior shooting season at Jamie Schultz Photography and I'm more excited than ever about our product line-up at the studio this year! Each and every year I look forward to revealing new product offerings to my senior clients and this year is no exception. I truly believe these products have been the key ingredient for taking my senior business to a level I never dreamed possible. High School Seniors have come to expect fresh, innovative and trend-forward products from Jamie Schultz Photography and I love watching seniors pour over all the options when they come in for their session. So far this year's seniors are loving the Cover Story Image Box, The Perfectly Posh Mini Books, The Industrial Chic iphone templates, The Fresh Notes Cd Case, The Senior Couture Calling Cards, The Edge Series Skinny Rep Cards and the Chalkboard Card Collection. All of the products featured in this layout were printed through Miller's Professional Imaging. To all of my senior photographer friends...here's to a great 2012 high school senior shooting season!

By popular demand, Jamie Schultz Designs is now offering printed sample packs for a variety of template sets! Each sample pack includes one printed sample of each template design per set on a variety of cardstock options. This is a great way to show clients physical samples so they can touch, feel and fall in love with your product offerings. The sample packs are available on a first come first serve basis. The available sample packs are listed below:

Chalkboard Sample Set
Ornate Senior Folded Cards Sample Set
Park Avenue Sample Set
Couture Die Cut Sample Set
The Edge Series Sample Set
Ornate Fold Birth Announcements
Petit Bebe Birth Announcements

Whether it's business forms, business cards, blog headers or thank you notes...each touchpoint is an opportunity to endear clients to your brand. Consistent imagery is an essential component to any successful business.

These pre-designed kits allow you the opportunity to present your materials in a way that is sure to impress your potential and existing clients. Keeping with my signature style the kits are clean and simple with a splash of defining detail and include everything you'll need to develop your brand. All text is included, but can be replaced if desired. Colors can be changed with a click of the mouse.

Each marketing kit is $125 and includes .psd files for the following:

-8.5 x 11 Welcome Letter (use to print or to create a pdf)

-8.5 x 11 Price List Sheet (use to print or to create a pdf)

-8.5 x 11 Collection Sheet (use to print or to create a pdf)

-8.5 x 11 Order Form

-business card

-4x5.5 fold-open thank you card

-4x6 postcard

-5x7 gift certificate

-return address sticker

-wallet sized brand sticker

-disc label

-digital file client tri-fold (adhere a hub in the center panel to hold the digital file disc)

-splash page design (does NOT include installation)

-blog header (does NOT include installation)

-4 optional color options display sheet with color blocks

The Vintage Chic Marketing Kit

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The Retro Mode Marketing Kit

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The Modern Flair Marketing Kit

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The Perfectly Posh Mini BookCollection includes a variety of 3x3 mini books perfect for seniors anxious to show off their favorite images. These are a great addition to senior packages or to give as a gift to high school senior clients.

The Perfectly Posh Pano Collection includes:
-6 .psd book designssized to print through Miller's Imaging, MpixPRO and WHCC
-text and colors can be modified
-font list with links
-for use with Adobe Photoshop or Photoshop Elements