Production

The definition of “production” has changed vastly from the old days of publishing. The production department at Words & Numbers breathes life into the content developed through its instructional and graphic design, leveraging a variety of digital asset creation, all with the appropriate speed and processes that match any well-run machine. Working hand-in-hand with our editorial teams, the production team orchestrates a vast group of talented animators, programmers, designers, photo researchers, and page compositors who have an understanding of contextualizing content for learners through a variety of media. In addition to the skills and talents of its members, the greatest strength of Words & Numbers production is the access to work cooperatively with one of the largest and most respected editorial development teams in the world.

Below are some of our Production Services:

Media

  • Interactive content development (simulation, simple, and complex games)
  • In-house audio and video production
  • Motion graphics (animation)
  • XML-tagging
  • Digital asset development
  • E-book templates and conversion

Graphic Services

  • Page design and prototyping
  • Develop templates and style sheets
  • Style guides
  • Composition
  • Production management
  • Design management
  • Art development and modification
  • Cover design
  • Preflight and prepress
  • PDF creation
  • Printing management
    • Procurement
    • Press checks
    • Fulfillment

Photo Research & Art Buying

  • Image procurement
  • Rights clearance
  • Data management

Through our unique assessment and review process we’ve built an extensive network of domestic and offshore production partners. Words & Numbers serves as the general contractor, assuming the risks in finding, vetting, and managing all of our partners to maximize value, scalability, and quality. We carefully select the right partners depending on the specific needs of the project. Our project experience has shifted greatly from print production to digital asset management and development. Click HERE to see production projects and case studies. [add specific production-related case studies, need to get from Vangie/Russ/Laureate deck].

If you want a partner that provides critical professional skills in a competent, ethical, reliable, time-sensitive, and cost-effective manner, then Words & Numbers is your best choice.