Signs 365 What's your mark up?

[dynaminator]

I've just started using signs 365. I have a client that is a company with their own design dept. They sent me print ready artwork for 5 48" x 96" banners. My s365 order with shipping cost me $210 and I charged the $475 so that's 126% mark up. Now they are sending me one offs. Just curious how you all think about pricing in these scenarios?

 

[visual800]

dont you hate it when people do this crap! well you are still making good money one offs if they are a good client i would leave it alone....if they are a pita i would raise it

 

[unclebun]

I don't know why you would be upset at someone wanting a single banner. It's a banner you're selling them that requires minimal investment of time.

I sell banners at the same price whether I print them or I have S365 print them. Which is nearly 5 times their square foot cost. If you're only adding 127% to the cost you're leaving a lot of money on the table.

 

[Decent Digitizing]

You're doing great with that markup — 126% on a bulk order is solid. When it comes to one-off jobs, though, the key is to factor in your time, risk, and handling costs.
Here’s how I usually handle it
1) I set a flat minimum profit I need to make (e.g., $50–$75), even for small runs.
2) Even if the file is print-ready, you’re still doing order processing, proofing, and logistics.
3) I usually mark up the shipping too, or at least bundle it into a flat rate.
4) Since they have a design department, they understand value — just be transparent and professional about your costs.

One-offs shouldn’t bring your margin down too much — you’re not just selling print, you’re selling service, reliability, and speed.

 

[Brian2345]

50-56% margin for subbed banners. I will go lower if I can line up a large quantity.