OOH Design Best Practices
Create billboard designs that capture attention and drive results. Follow these proven guidelines.
Essential Guidelines
Keep It Simple
Use 7 words or fewer. People have only seconds to read your ad.
BIG SALE TODAY
Come to our store for amazing discounts on all products this weekend only
High Contrast Colors
Ensure text is readable from a distance with strong color contrast.
White text on dark blue background
Light gray text on white background
Bold Typography
Use large, bold fonts that are visible from 500+ feet away.
Sans-serif fonts, 72pt+
Script fonts, thin weights
Single Message Focus
One billboard = one message. Do not overcrowd with information.
Brand logo + tagline + CTA
Multiple products, addresses, phone numbers
Compelling Visuals
Use high-resolution images that tell a story at a glance.
High-res product shot, 300 DPI+
Pixelated or cluttered images
File Specifications
| Format | Size | Resolution | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large Billboard | 40 x 20 ft | 300 DPI | TIFF, PDF |
| Medium Billboard | 20 x 10 ft | 300 DPI | TIFF, PDF |
| Bus Shelter | 6 x 4 ft | 300 DPI | TIFF, PDF |
| Digital LED | 16:9 ratio | 1920x1080 | MP4, JPG |
| Unipole | 30 x 15 ft | 300 DPI | TIFF, PDF |