Guarantee sustained exposure for your brand, right through the Pittcon season. With just one booking, at one price, place your ad in all five (5) issues of Pittcon’s official publication for maximum promotional mileage.

One low advertising rate includes all 5 official issues

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Before the Show

Pre-Show eEdition—Digital edition sent to nearly 10,000 pre-registrants two weeks before the show opens.

During the Show

Three (3) Show Daily issues (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)— Published on site and distributed to over 15,000 attendees at the convention center and select hotel drops.

After the Show

Post-Show eEdition—Per reader’s request, a comprehensive digital wrap-up edition sent to all registered attendees the week after Pittcon closes.

Mechanical Specifications

All dimensions listed as width x height.

Full Page
Trim size: 9″ x 12″
Bleed: 9.25″ x 12.25″

Live area: Any matter not intended to bleed must be at least 1/4″ within the trim size (3/8″ preferred)

2/3 Page Vertical	6.1″ x 10.48″
1/2 Page Vertical	6.1″ x 7.8″
1/2 Page Horizontal	8.2″ x 5.16″
1/4 Page Vertical	4.0″ x 5.16″
1/6 Page Horizontal	6.1″ x 2.53″
Cover Banner	8.2″ x 1.75″

Color: 4-color process (CMYK)
PMS colors are not available.

Digital File Format: PDF/X-1a

All fonts must be embedded. Files can be sent as CMYK, RGB or Grayscale at 300 dpi or more. Fractional ads do not need crop marks and need to be to size. Full page ads that bleed need crop marks and crop marks should be placed outside of the bleed area.

Key Dates

Ad Closing and Materials: February 8, 2020

2018 Advertising Rates

Full Color Unit Rates
Full Page	$10,980
2/3 Page Vertical	$7,640
1/2 Page Vertical	$5,440
1/2 Page Horizontal	$5,440
1/4 Page Vertical	$4,345
1/6 Page Horizontal	$2,900

Premium Positions
Cover Banner / Covers 2, 3 and 4 / Center Spread
For rates and availability please consult publisher.

Overnight Ad Changes (Show Daily issues)
One Change: $1,250
Two Changes: $2,000

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The Pittcon Pocket Guide is your advertising opportunity to reach attendees both prior to the meeting and on site.

The Pittcon Pocket Guide has been the show’s official guide and published consecutively for 34 years. It is a dependable, accessible resource used by everyone.

The guide is a portable, user-friendly show directory carried by attendees to assist them in managing the logistics of the four-day conference.

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Benefits of Advertising:

Pre-Show eEdition—Digital edition sent to nearly 10,000 pre-registrants two weeks before the show opens.

• Additional exposure to 15,000 attendees in a popular product that is used by more than 70% of show registrants.
• Selective ad placement in your choice of sections including the inside front cover and back cover positions.
– Technical Sessions
– Exhibitor List (advertisers are highlighted)
– Fold-out Floor Plan (advertisers are highlighted)
– Pittcon Activities
– Short Courses
– Restaurant Guide
– Local Attractions
– Shuttle Bus Routes
– Hotel Information
• Distributed all week at Pittcon registration and kiosks throughout the registration center
• Mailed to pre-registered attendees two weeks prior to the event. Be sure your advertisement appears in the Pittcon Pocket Guide to be seen in advance of the conference!

Advertising Rates

Premium Positions/Opportunities

For rates and availability please consult publisher.

• Covers 2, 3 and 4
• Two-page Spreads
• Fold-out Floor Plan
• Cover Post-It Note

Mechanical Specifications

All dimensions listed as width x height

Full Page
Trim size: 4″ x 9″
Bleed: 4.25″ x 9.25″

Live area: Any matter not intended to bleed must be 1/4″ within the trim size.

Full Color Unit Rates
1/2 Page	3.5″ x 4″
Bleed Spread	8.25″ x 9.25″
Binding Method	Saddle stitch

Color: 4-color process (CMYK)
PMS colors are not available.

Digital File Format: PDF/X-1a

All fonts must be embedded. Files can be sent as CMYK, RGB or Grayscale at 300 dpi or more. 1/2 page ads do not need crop marks and need to be to size. Full page ads that bleed need crop marks and crop marks should be placed outside of the bleed area.

Key Dates

Ad Closing and Materials: February 1, 2020

Insertion Order Form