Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Magazine Graphic Design Services
Established in 2005, Smart Page has evolved from a community magazine publisher to a specialist in magazine graphic design services. Our journey began with Southwell Life, an A5 community magazine that demonstrated our commitment to local engagement. Recognising the challenges of in-house design, we integrated professional graphic design expertise in 2008, creating a unique business model combining publishing experience with design excellence. We deliver tailored solutions for magazine publishers, including advert design, pre-production services, and digital magazine creation. Our team understands the intricacies of magazine production from both editorial and design perspectives, ensuring practical, reader-focused outcomes. With over 15 years' experience in print and digital formats, we serve clients ranging from small community publications to commercial publishers.Our direct communication approach eliminates intermediaries, enabling efficient project management and rapid turnaround times. We maintain rigorous quality control while offering competitive pricing, including no additional charges for template design. Our non-VAT registered status provides further cost advantages for clients. We specialise in transforming complex publishing requirements into visually compelling, market-ready publications. Our portfolio spans diverse sectors, demonstrating adaptability to different audience needs and industry standards. We remain committed to continuous improvement in design innovation and service delivery.
Services
Magazine Graphic Design
Content Creation
Advert Design
Pre-press Services
Digital Magazines
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 18 years' experience in magazine publishing and design
- Our designers act as direct account managers
- Magazine layout from 3.68 per page
- No additional charges for template design
- Non-VAT registered business offering cost advantages
Services
Magazine Graphic Design
We create visually compelling magazine layouts combining editorial content with professional design. Our service includes template creation, page composition, and print/digital format preparation. Clients benefit from our dual expertise as both publishers and designers, ensuring practical, market-ready solutions that enhance reader engagement while maintaining brand consistency.
Content Creation
Our content service provides ready-to-publish magazine features tailored for A5 format publications. We supply monthly topical content including recipes, travel features, and puzzles. Designed to complement advertising revenue models, our content helps maintain reader interest and advertiser satisfaction through regular, high-quality editorial material that supports circulation growth.
Advert Design
We produce professional advert designs that align with magazine aesthetics while meeting advertisers' requirements. Our service ensures consistent visual standards across paid and editorial content. With experience creating thousands of advertisements, we deliver layouts that maximise impact while maintaining publication integrity and reader trust.
Pre-press Services
Our pre-press service ensures technical readiness for print production. We handle file preparation, colour management, and print specification compliance. This service minimises production errors and reduces costs through meticulous quality control, leveraging our extensive experience with various printing processes and requirements.
Digital Magazines
We convert print content into interactive digital formats optimised for online viewing. Our service includes responsive design for multiple devices and integration with digital distribution platforms. We maintain visual consistency between print and digital editions while enhancing user experience through interactive elements and navigation features.
Questions
What types of magazines do you design?
We specialise in A5 community magazines, glossy fashion publications, business journals, and show guides. Our experience spans both print and digital formats across various industry sectors.
How much does magazine design cost?
Our standard rate is £3.68 per page for magazine layout and design. This includes template creation with no additional charges. We also offer content subscription services from £25 per month.
Do you offer content creation services?
Yes, we provide monthly topical content packages for A5 magazines including recipes, travel features, puzzles, and car reviews. Content is available on the 1st of each month for upcoming editions.
Are your designers directly involved in projects?
Yes, our graphic designers act as direct account managers. This eliminates intermediaries, ensuring clear communication and faster project turnaround while maintaining design expertise throughout the process.
Do you handle both print and digital formats?
We provide complete solutions for print and digital magazine production. This includes print-ready file preparation and interactive digital editions optimised for online viewing across multiple devices.
Are your services VAT inclusive?
We are not VAT registered, which means our prices represent direct cost savings for clients. Our quoted rates do not include VAT charges.
