Are You Getting The Yearbook Experience You Deserve?

Entourage Yearbooks is the fastest-growing yearbook company in the country, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and unparalleled customer service. After making yearbooks in 50 states, 19 countries, and seven continents (yes, even Antarctica), we have compiled a list for you on how to form the best relationship with your yearbook company.

1. Know your school

Knowing your identity is essential whether you’re in elementary, middle, or high school. What are your school’s values? What is your yearbook committee like? What best represents your school? Knowing this information is helpful when selecting your yearbook’s themes and layouts. This information also helps your yearbook company tailor their services to your school.

2. Know your deadlines

Always do your best to make note of your project’s timeline. This will help eliminate the risk of rushing a project or, even worse, missing your final approval deadline. Even though companies like Entourage offer as fast as a 3-week turnaround, it is always better to stay on track. A good yearbook company will provide options to help you manage your account, keep track of your deadlines, and ensure your up-to-date progress.

3. Know your limits

Everyone who begins a yearbook project wants their yearbook to be the best it can be. However, sometimes, there is not enough time or resources to complete this. For example, perhaps you’ve never taken on a design project and would like further attention. Or maybe you don’t have enough time to research yearbook topics. Why not make a list at the beginning of your project and discuss these items with your Account Manager? This will enable your yearbook company to determine exactly what you need. Assigning a creative consultant to your project may be just the tool you need for extra support.

4. Don’t be afraid to ask for help

Sometimes, yearbook projects can lead to little hiccups throughout the process. In times like these, contacting your yearbook company for extra support is best. Whether it’s tech support, account management, or a quick question regarding your project, a good yearbook company will prioritize being there for you.

“My Account manager was wonderful to work with…she was accommodating and always very patient with me, even when I contacted her with questions almost every day.” – Latham Christian Academy

5. Know your budget

Being realistic about how much money you can afford for a yearbook project is essential. If you present this information to your yearbook company, you can be sure to select a program that will meet your financial needs. When shopping around for prices, it is a good idea to use tools like Entourage’s free budget analysis. You can then work on factoring in cost-saving moves like reducing full color or working with soft rather than hard covers. There are many ways to cut costs on a yearbook project. A good yearbook company should be prepared to help you!

6. If there’s room, take a risk!

Each graduating class is always different. Interests, personalities, and trends can change from year to year. A good yearbook company will keep itself up-to-date with new styles, ideas, trends, and technologies in its yearbook kits and programs each year. Why not take advantage of these resources and try them on your next project?

“I loved the flexibility of the marketing and graphics departments. They walked us through using the
software and helped with troubleshooting, etc. I loved the finished product, and so did the students.”
-Ivan Sand Community School

7. Take Advantage of Technology
There are endless options for the sharing of information and files online. A good yearbook company will take advantage of these opportunities and incorporate them in their yearbook curriculum.