Introducing… Katie Aldridge! “My role as a Print Angel is exciting, diverse and fast-paced. Even before I started, I joined the team in the Colour Blast Run on Darley Park – it was a great, informal way of meeting my new colleagues. There is so much going on in our office, which definitely keeps you…
Before any artwork is sent to print, all your files go through our famous (and free) 12-point technical check. Most printers won’t offer this service and if they do, they’ll often charge you for it. You can rest assured, knowing that not only will we alert you if anything looks a little odd, but in most…
“What do I need to put on my letterheads?” This is one of the most frequently asked questions at Essential Print Services. After many years of creating artwork files for print, we have seen hundreds of letterhead proofs, which means we have a good idea of what needs to go on them! Using this experience, here are…
There are lots of ways to get to know your customers better. Here are our favourite ways to get to know customers. Take a look and if you try some out yourself, let us know how you get on. Attend customers’ product launches, socials and events. Instead of always liaising over the phone or email, meet…
1) Printing is like chocolate – make it last and enjoy it If you’re going to invest time and money in producing a brochure or leaflet, don’t include information that may give it a short shelf life unless the piece is being produced for a one-off event. Avoid ordering hundreds of brochures only to change…
The countdown is officially on for Christmas. So don’t be a turkey – make Rudolph proud by avoiding the mad rush and being ahead of the game! Our Print Angels are available to chat through your festive print requirements. Use our online chat facility below or give them a call on 01332 418377. Meanwhile; check…
For the second year running, our very own Yvonne Gorman has been named by the Derby Telegraph as one of the 250 inspirational business people in Derby. How awesome is that? “It’s rewarding to be recognised for all the hard work I put into my own company, as well as helping to promote initiatives…
For the second year running, our very own Yvonne Gorman has been named by the Derby Telegraph as one of the 250 inspirational business people in Derby. How awesome is that? “It’s rewarding to be recognised for all the hard work I put into my own company, as well as helping to promote initiatives…
If you were fortunate enough to be within the vicinity of Derby’s historic Cathedral Quarter on Wednesday the 14th September, you may have witnessed or quite possibly, even participated in the Small Business Saturday Flash Mob – it took Sadler Gate by storm! The clever publicity stunt was carefully orchestrated by non other than the…
It’s time for the Olympic liftoff! This week marks the start of the 2016 Olympic Games! From now until the 21st August we assume most of you will be fully immersed in the sporting events. We will be supporting team GB this Summer, will you? To celebrate a summer of sport, we’ve designed three winning…
Over the past few years, we have been lucky enough to work alongside Amanda from Sweet Memory Lane in Ashby de la Zouch, transforming her vision into fabulous branding for their delicious sweets. Amanda certainly knows how to make her marketing message stick with a number of our printed labels, which she uses to secure…
Our very own Yvonne Gorman has just returned from this year’s Small Business Saturday UK launch, to celebrate the official start of the 2016 campaign. The event was held at the PRS Music Headquarters, located at the prestigious Number Two Pancras Square. Yvonne met a number of small businesses from London and she was flying…
What is Small Business Saturday? Small Business Saturday UK is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to ‘shop local’ and support small businesses in their communities. The day itself takes place on the first Saturday in December each year throughout the UK, but the campaign aims to have a…
Here at Essential Print Services we are delighted to announce the arrival of a new Artwork Avenger. Introducing… Lee Johnson! “After doing two ‘high-fives’ during my interview at Essential Print Services, I knew that working for a company like this was going to be and enjoyable experience… and it most certainly has been”. To keep…
On June 5th in the sweltering heat around Derby, team members; Yvonne, Jim, Laura & Simon completed the iconic 13.1m Ramathon race. They smashed their £600 target and raised £823.10 for The Maria Hanson Foundation. The charity is self-funding, with a tiny team that is totally reliant on donations and fundraising activities. The Maria Hanson Foundation provides…
Over in the Essential Print Services office it is all about Summer. The weather might not be exactly up to scratch but we are not letting that dampen our spirits. With summer comes sports and what a packed season it is; who’s watching the Euros final tonight (good luck Wales)? What about the Wimbledon final…
It would seem that good things come in four’s at the moment as we share with you our four favourite printed items, as voted for by your Print Angels: 1. ‘Tri’ Folded Brochures – Rather than choosing a regular DL (1/3 A4) size folded leaflet, ‘tri’ something new and switch to an A5 or even A4…
As you may know, Essential Print Services is celebrating five fantastic years helping businesses market themselves with creative and cost-effective print solutions. When Print Evangelist Yvonne Gorman, started the business in 2011, in no time at all, the company was able to recruit it’s first full-time employee and after two years Yvonne took out a lease on her…
There are many avenues you might come across us. You may have visited our website or have seen our office located on Pride Park. A friend may have recommended us or you might have bumped into one of our Angels out and about and got chatting! So, what are you to expect on your journey…