Publishing Needs
FSM Direct came to us with two clear needs: a reliable layout team and a digital delivery system. Their previous provider lacked speed and flexibility, and with 5 regular publications (each 50–150 pages depending on the issue), they needed a structured process they could count on. We developed a production system built around their editorial calendar — using SOPs, multiple in-house designers, and flexible internal handoff procedures to ensure every issue stays on track regardless of volume or timing.
- Annual design refreshes for each magazine layout to keep branding visually current
- Media kit design and updates to support each title’s yearly sales cycle
- Custom layouts for editorial and ads across five B2B titles
- High-volume editing cycles (3–6 rounds per issue)
- Communication and approval workflows for advertisers
- Dual-format flipbook optimization: one for desktop (spread view) and one for mobile (single-page view)
- PDF exports of entire issues and individual sponsored articles
- Layout recycling for newsletters, websites, and sponsor pages
We serve as FSM’s dedicated magazine layout team, ready for every deadline. Their editorial team delivers raw content on schedule, and we handle the rest — layout, corrections, formatting, and digital publishing. With nearly a decade of collaboration, our systems and designers feel like an extension of their in-house operations. FSM’s magazines now publish consistently, efficiently, and with polished layouts built to meet the expectations of both advertisers and industry professionals.
