Political Campaign Printing Services

For campaigns with a small volunteer base, political mailers offer a strong alternative — they reach voters directly at home without requiring foot traffic. If budget allows, combining flyers for in-person outreach with a targeted postcard mailer for key voter segments tends to produce the best overall reach per dollar spent.

Mailers must meet USPS size and weight requirements to qualify for bulk mailing rates, which can significantly reduce postage costs for large sends. Flyers have no such constraints, making them more flexible in size and design. For reaching a defined voter list, mailers are more precise; for broad local visibility, flyers distributed at community events are often faster and more flexible.

High-volume orders, specialty finishes, or mailing services may require additional lead time. For time-sensitive election deadlines, check production and shipping estimates at checkout before placing your order. Political printing demand spikes in the weeks before major elections, so ordering early is the most reliable way to avoid delays.

For a more premium feel, 16pt C2S adds noticeable rigidity and a higher-end look that can reinforce a professional campaign image. If your mailer design includes a photo or image-heavy front, 12pt C1S High Gloss delivers a bright, photo-like finish on the front face while keeping the back uncoated and easy to address. Always confirm that your finished piece meets current USPS size and weight standards for the postage class you intend to use.

Unlike mailers that compete with other mail, or flyers that may be overlooked in a stack, a door hanger occupies a unique, uncluttered space. They are most effective when paired with a canvassing effort — a volunteer who briefly speaks with a voter and leaves a door hanger creates a stronger impression than either action alone. Standard door hanger sizes fit most residential door knobs without modification.

For window placements and indoor bulletin boards, 11x17" strikes a balance between visibility and economy, allowing you to print and distribute more posters per dollar. 18x24" posters command more attention but cost more per unit and require more space. For outdoor events, rallies, or high-foot-traffic locations, large format options such as 24x36" provide the visibility needed to reach passersby at a distance.

Brochures give voters more space to engage with a candidate's platform than a flyer or door hanger allows. A tri-fold format is the most common choice: the front panel serves as a cover with the candidate's name and photo, the interior panels detail key issues and biography, and the back panel provides contact information and endorsements. Keep the language accessible and avoid policy jargon that may not resonate with general voters.

Disclosure requirements vary by state, race type (federal vs. state vs. local), and the nature of the content (candidate advocacy vs. issue advocacy). Federal candidates must comply with FEC disclaimer rules, which specify required language, minimum font size, and placement. Always consult your campaign's legal counsel or your state's election authority to ensure your printed materials meet current requirements before going to print.

To qualify, pieces must meet USPS size, weight, and preparation requirements, and a bulk mailing permit is required. The trade-off is delivery time: Marketing Mail typically takes 3-10 business days, compared to 1-3 days for First-Class. For time-sensitive election communications — such as a last-week voter contact push — First-Class or a full-service mailing provider may be worth the added cost to ensure timely delivery.

EDDM is particularly well-suited for local races — city council, school board, county commissioner — where the goal is saturating a specific neighborhood or district regardless of voter registration. Because no list is required, it eliminates list acquisition costs and simplifies compliance. EDDM pieces must meet specific size requirements (the minimum is 6.125" x 11" and at least 0.009" thick) and must include the EDDM indicia. Political campaigns are permitted to use EDDM, though the same disclaimer requirements that apply to other political mail still apply.