Yearbook Terms Flashcards

Front

double Page spread

Back

two facing pages in a yearbook that are designed to appear as one cohesive design

Front

body copy

Back

the main story of the yearbook or newsletter page

Front

package

Back

a side bar that has one purpose or theme that supports the page

Front

bleed

Back

when an element extends past the exterior margin to the edge of the page without leaving a margin

Front

dominant element

Back

largest element on your spread, usually an interesting photo, headline or combination

Front

side bar

Back

includes special features, packages, picture bars, etc. that add to a page; can be along the top, bottom, or side

Front

gutter

Back

the 2 pica space between the left and right page on a double page spread

Front

primary headline

Back

the largest type on your page; works with the dominant photo to draw attention and create interest

Front

sub headline

Back

used to make a blend between headline and page content

Front

folio

Back

information that helps the reader know their location in the book, including the page number, section name, page name, etc.