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Mark missing reviewer or due date on proof cards before handoff.
Your proof cards show what reviewers need before brand review. Your team sees the current proof and any details still missing.
Keep the reviewed proof and requested fixes on the maker's task.
Your maker sees the reviewed image or PDF and requested fixes on the linked assignment, with the right proof version in view.