College Magazine, Brochure & Catalog Design
Looking for Ideas to Help you Create the Perfect College Magazine, Annual Report, Catalog or Brochure?
Direct Axis’ graphic designers create college brochures and catalogs with rich and vibrant colors; strong and relevant visuals; and compelling and response-driven copy.
Sewickley Academy Annual Report: – A Visual Story of Excellence
Experience the Sewickley Academy Annual Report through the lens of exceptional design
To us, creating this Annual Report was regarded as more than just a financial document; we wanted a visual journey celebrating the academic achievements, vibrant community, and inspiring growth to stand out.
Key Features
Elegant Design:
Immerse yourself in a visually stunning presentation featuring high-quality photography, captivating illustrations, and thoughtful typography.
Data Visualization:
Complex financial information is presented in an engaging and easy-to-understand format, showcasing the school’s fiscal responsibility and impact.
Student Voices:
Hear directly from our students about their unique experiences and how Sewickly Academy has shaped their lives.
The catalog was produced for both print and digital distribution.
West Virginia University Graduate Programs Catalog Design
College of Business & Economics
WVU engaged our services to create their graduate programs catalog. The catalog includes 16 pages of information on their MBA offerings: Accountancy, Finance, Human Resource Management, Economics, Forensic and Fraud Examination, Business Data Analytics, Business Cybersecurity Management and Healthcare.
The catalog was produced for digital distribution.
Our Creative Process
Step 1
We gather your ideas and goals to align on vision.
Step 2
We provide a written quote and prodcution schedule.
Step 3
Our team drafts initial concepts to visualize your brand.
Step 4
We refine the selected designs based on your feedback.
Step 5
The final designs and printed material (if needed) are delivered for your approval.
Sewickley Academy Magazine Design
Communications Device for the Premier Private School in Pittsburgh, PA
Sewickley Speaking is the magazine of Sewickley Academy. 48 Pages of informative articles and updates on the happenings of the school.
The magazine was produced for both printed and digital distribution.
Pitt Athletics Strategic Plan
A 5-Year Plan for Growth
The University of Pittsburgh’s Athletic Department needed a way to communicate their 5-year Strategic Plan. The oversized book (11” x 11”) contains glorious images of Pitt’s athletes juxtaposed with strategies, objectives and plans for the next 5 years. A digital version complimented the print media, which has a laminated soft touch cover. It’s silky and beautiful.
Let's Bring Your Vision to Life
Your project deserves the best. Our team is ready to help you create stunning designs that reflect your brand’s identity. Colleges rely on us to create exciting publications. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us for any inquiries or to start a project together.
West Virginia University Business School Brochures
A Series of 4 Brochures
WVU hired us to create a 4-part series of brochures to highlight their Master of Science programs in Finance, Accountancy, Business (MBA) and Industrial Relations. Each brochure is a full-color 8-panel gatefold on silk stock.
Davis & Elkins College View Book
View Books that Capture the Attention of Prospective Students & their Parents/ Guardians
When we designed Davis & Elkins’ over-sized view book we added a soft-touch coating. The feeling of the book immediately signals the holder that something is different about the college. Compelling images and fun statistics are used to move readers through the spreads.
Pitt’s Community Involvement Playbook
A Catalog of Off-The-Field Activities
The University of Pittsburgh hired us to create their Off-the-Field Playbook. It includes the many volunteer activities in which Pitt student athletes participate. Thirty two pages of fun and important causes are supported and described.
Sports Media Guides
University of Pittsburgh Athletics Brochures
Attract prospective college students with sports media guides that show off the exciting experiences available to student athletes. We can capture new photography or use your existing sports images to create brochures that beg for your student audience’s attention. We created 10 program brochures for Pitt, 3 samples are shown.
College Event Mailers
Homecoming Invitation and Registration Package
Looking to create a buzz about your event, but on a tight budget? Use a self-mailer brochure to communicate to your alumni and supporters. The lower-cost format immediately displays your message on the outer panel and includes a registration form and built-in reply envelope in one handy mailer.
College Campus Maps
Illustrated Bird’s-Eye View
Set your college campus apart by saying goodbye to the over-used online maps. Our one-of-a-kind illustrated maps give your campus unique character. They focus on buildings and green space while they eliminate useless details that distract the viewer.
Common Questions
Your questions answered about brochure design.
The design timeline varies based on the project scope. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. We aim to communicate clearly and keep you updated throughout the process.
Of course you can make changes. We typically allow for multiple revisions during the design phase. Your feedback is crucial, and we want to ensure that the final product reflects your vision.
Your finalized catalog, magazine or brochure will be delivered in both print-ready format and a digital version. We print any number of copies needed. Ask for a printing quote.
Generally, all of our brochures are created using Adobe’s Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.). We also create using Canva on your account or ours.