Poster Design Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Behance
This poster design mockup is one of the simpler ways to present a movie poster or a gig poster convincingly.
Good pick for event promoters, graphic designers or anyone putting together a portfolio. Outdoor ads are read in a second or two. Big type and one image will look far better in this scene than a busy layout.
Agencies use scenes like this in pitch decks, where a realistic placement often sells the idea more than the artwork alone.
The file is made by a designer on Behance. The download button takes you to their page, where you get the original file and the licence details.
What’s inside the Poster Design Mockup PSD
Everything below is on its own layer:
- Ad artwork, placed through the smart object
- Brightness to match the scene
- Glow layer for backlit scenes, where included
How to edit this Poster Design Mockup in Photoshop
- Check the smart object’s ratio first, then build the ad to match it.
- In the Layers panel, find the layer with the small smart object icon and double-click it.
- Place your design, hide the sample artwork, save, and go back to the main file.
- Match the ad’s brightness to the scene with the lighting layers.
- Export a full-size image for your portfolio and a smaller one for social media.
Night or backlit scenes usually have a glow layer. Push it up for lightboxes, down for printed paper.
Ways to use this Poster Design Mockup
- Show a campaign visual to a client before it goes to print or production.
- Show a gig poster on your online shop or product page.
- Present a movie poster in a client proposal or brand guide.
Quick notes on this mockup
- Made by a designer on Behance. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- Built for Adobe Photoshop. A recent CC version handles the smart objects best.
- Check the licence on the author’s page. Personal and commercial terms differ from file to file.
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Questions about this mockup
What licence does it come with?
It's free to download, but the licence belongs to a designer on Behance. Check their page: it states whether commercial use is allowed and if attribution is needed.
How do I put my artwork on the poster?
Find the smart object layer (it has a small icon on its thumbnail), double-click it, place your design, then save and close that tab.
Which Photoshop version do I need?
A recent Photoshop CC version is best. Older versions can open the file but sometimes have trouble with smart objects and effects.
Can I change the surroundings?
Usually only lighting and shadows are adjustable. The street, sky or building are part of the photo.
