VMS board hire guide: Specs, artwork & placement for maximum visibility

Getting great results from your VMS board hire starts well before the trailer arrives. Whether you’re running a retail promotion, traffic advisory, or event signage, your success depends on how well you plan the brief. With years of hands-on experience across SEQ projects, our team knows what it takes to make signage visible, compliant, and effective. This guide walks you through what to get right—tech specs, artwork, and placement—so your message stands out for all the right reasons.

Why planning your VMS board hire matters

Skipping preparation before your hire often leads to poor results. Rushed artwork, poor location choices, or mismatched screen sizes can mean wasted money and missed exposure. With short or long term hire, every week of visibility is critical. Whether your business wants to:

• Promote a sale
• Guide pedestrians at an event
• Alert drivers about road changes

Getting the right artwork, content, and placement ready before delivery makes all the difference.

The MoPro team assists with briefing, testing, and setup so your sign performs as intended. That convenience saves customers stress and guarantees that important details reach the right audiences.

Technical specs that make a difference 

The impact of variable message signs lies on the screen. Simply put:

• Screen size: Larger trailers are ideal for highways, while compact units suit retail or footpath use.
• Resolution and pixel pitch: Crisp visuals = better readability from a distance.
• Auto brightness: Adjusts for day or night, so your message stays visible around the clock.
• Power options: Solar-powered units allow cordless operation in any setting.

For flexible use, MoPro trailers include:

• Hydraulic height adjust
• 360° rotation
• Durable design for all weather conditions

Our fleet of over 21 VMS boards from Datasign, Voxson, and Optraffic gives you the right fit for any advertising brief. With this wide range, your signage investment delivers complete exposure, indoors or outdoor, under all subject conditions.

How to get the artwork right 

Even the most advanced equipment won’t deliver results without well-prepared artwork. Here are a few tips to keep your VMS board artwork tight:

• Keep designs clean: Bold fonts, clear contrasts, and short messages engage better than cluttered screens.
• Use bright, high-contrast colours: Amber text is a proven choice for road users, while vivid graphics can suit retail.
• Balance simplicity with brand identity: Logos and graphics work well but should never crowd the display.
• Lead times: Allow lead times so artwork can be tested and updated before the campaign goes live.

For businesses running a seasonal advertising campaign, small tweaks to wording can keep the sign relevant across multiple weeks. Our services include design guidance, colour advice, and technical checks to help clients get the most exposure for their branches and business objectives.

Book reliable VMS board hire today and let our team assist with artwork, placement, and delivery so your campaign makes the right impact from day one.

Placement that works

You’ve nailed the message—now make sure people see it.

Great signage placement depends on:

• Line of sight: Clear views where your audience naturally passes—roadside, shopfront, or event space.
• Traffic speed: Highways need punchy messages; slower areas allow more detail.
• Legal compliance: Council rules, traffic safety, and visibility laws matter.

Our team uses the trailer’s 360° rotation and adjustable height to position your message right. We’ll also guide you on brightness, setbacks, and strategic placement to maximise impact across any project.

Delivery, setup, and support

Based in Meadowbrook, we offer same or next-day delivery across SEQ. Every trailer arrives ready to go, with setup, calibration, and test messaging handled by our team. Solar and powered options ensure your signage stays visible, no matter the weather.

Remote updates make it easy to adjust your message on the fly. With MoPro, you get more than a trailer—you get a team committed to making signage simple, reliable, and results-driven.

Get in touch with MoPro for your VMS board hire needs 

Success with signage starts with smart preparation. We’ll help you plan the artwork, choose the right trailer, and position your message where it counts. Fill out the form for a fast, obligation-free quote, and let’s make sure your next campaign gets the visibility it deserves.