Within Katy ISD we have 9 high schools. Each with their own clubs, company, and sporting events. Many of these campuses are huge! You can imagine how confusing it could be to attend or even locate your particular event. We recommend creating custom flags to not only advertise your club or event but to also act as a directional sign to find the location. Let’s take a look at why Custom outdoor flags are a good choice.
Why Choose a Custom Flag?
- Versatile-We offer many types of flag designs and sizes
- Multi-purpose-single sided or double sided offers more visibility depending on your location
- Cost-effective-The value of a flag is a great option to get you noticed
- Easy to operate-We include instructions but anyone can install and remove easily
- Short term or Long Term Option-Due to the weather, many flags can last up to a year or even longer if used for monthly or for annual events
The Flag’s Message?
Keeping your flag’s message sweet and simple is recommended. Imagine you try to put all of your event details on the flag? The date, the group, the logo, the address, the phone number contact, etc…all of this will get lost when someone is trying to read it driving 45 MPH by the school. Use the flag for the very basics. What is the most important message you want to convey to your prospective audience? Take a look at an example of what we did for the Tompkins High School Theatre Company Comedy Sportz shows. “MATCH TONIGHT” is the message for their flags and their Comedy Sportz logo. The logo shows who they are. The message is concise, showcasing their most important factor. A perfect balance! Choosing a short and sweet message also allows for a larger font size. We all know that larger is better is this scenario. Another factor to keep in mind is the orientation of the text. Traditionally, people read from top to bottom and left to right. All flags are vertical signs so it is not always the best option to offer the message from left to right. In this case, a vertical orientation for the text can be optimal.
What size? Single or Double Sided?
Having the option to show your message from one side or both is great but which one is the best choice? What size flag should you consider to have the best visibility but not waste space or money? First consider your reason for the flags. Do you need someone to find your location? Advertising for an event? Showing school spirit? Next, consider your flag placement location. The farther away your flag placement location is from where it is viewed, the larger the flag will need to be. Take into consideration the traffic patterns around the placement as well. Are the flags backed up near a wall so they are only viewed from one side or are they near the entrance or main road where traffic can view from both sides?
A Good Design can Save You Money
Keep in mind the design aspects of the flag too! You can get away with a smaller flag by utilizing good design which of course, can save money. Use bright or dark colors for the fabric of the flag. Some great options are bright yellow, lime green, fuschia pink or dark colors such as navy, crimson, hunter green, dark purple etc.. You can’t go wrong with white text on the dark colors and black text on the bright, but definitely choose a contrasting text color. This way, the text will not fade into the background. Ask your sign designer what color combinations are best. Most school colors already contain these desirable combinations so you are probably ahead of the game!.
A custom flag is a great option! They are versatile, cost effective and easy to use. With a clear concise message, utilizing easily read color combinations, you have a marketing tool that really works! Give us a call when you are ready to promote your next theatre production, school event, sports team or business and we will offer you the best solution at a cost within your budget. 832-222-9385 call today!
