Guidelines for Posters

All posters presented at Create@State should follow these guidelines: 

1. The poster size should be 36"x48" or 48"x36". See "Setting Poster Size and Saving as PDF" instructions below and "Poster Templates". 
2. Poster should be digitally created and professionally printed. See "Poster Printing" resource
3. Title, name of presenter(s), and faculty mentor(s) name(s) should be clearly listed at the top of the poster. 
4. Include all appropriate logos for A-State, academic college, and any organizations or entities that have significantly contributed to your project. (For example, if your project is funded by a grant, include the grant agency logo on your poster)

Setting Poster Size and Saving as PDF

• Open PowerPoint

  • Start a new blank presentation OR

  • Open an existing template 

• Open Slide Size Settings (this may already be done if you are using a template)

  • Go to the Design tab.

  • Click Slide Size on the right end of the toolbar.

  • Select Custom Slide Size.

• Enter the Required Poster Size
  Choose one of the required dimensions:

  • 36 inches (height) × 48 inches (width) for landscape posters

  • 48 inches (height) × 36 inches (width) for portrait posters
    Make sure the Orientation matches your chosen layout.

• Apply Scaling
  When prompted:

  • Choose Ensure Fit to prevent content from being cut off,
    or

  • Choose Maximize to scale content up (you may need to re-adjust elements).

• Design Your Poster
  Insert text, images, charts, and layout elements.

  • Use View → Zoom for easier editing.

  • Use Arrange tools under the Home tab for alignment and spacing.

• Export as PDF
  Useful for printing or submission:

  • Go to File → Export → Create PDF Document.

  • Select Standard and click Publish.