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Image Guidelines – Hero Banner

Image Size & Resolution

  • Hero Banner size should be 1400px X 600px
  • Resolution should be 72dpi
  • Accepted file formats are .png (non-transparent) and .jpg

Other Considerations

  • Images are required even when using a video in case of video playback issues
  • If using .png, ensure that the image doesn’t have a transparent background.
  • Light coloured hero images should be avoided as the text overlay is white. Lighter hero banner images with a white text overlay could cause contrast accessibility issues.
  • Avoid using text in your hero image.
  • Candid images (images where people aren’t looking at the camera) are recommended for a more professional look and feel.