Most of the commercial duplication/replication companies in the area will assist you with artwork design and layout but you're probably better off seeking the help of a talented, independent graphic artist. I can recommend a few talented artists if you need help in this regard. Angie Gambino is an excellent Chicago-area graphics designer and she specializes in custom artwork and photography for local musicians.

http://www.angiephoto.com

Discmakers has a set of guidelines for CD artwork in reference to their replication services. Here is a link to their website:

http://www.discmakers.com/pdf/UsingOurTemplates.pdf

I'm of the opinion that artwork and graphics for demo recordings should be kept relatively simple. You generally want to include contact information on a demo since your intent is to get a record contract or gig. Make sure this info is printed on the CD itself as well as the booklet and tray card. CD's have a habit of becoming separated from the case. Keep graphics to a minimum. Don't bother shrink-wrapping a demo disc. Don't put security tape on the jewel case.

If you're just looking to do a few copies, Kinkos does an excellent job and their rates are reasonable. There are a number of local area CD-R duplicators that can print directly on the disc (ink-jet technology) which looks a lot nicer than a Sharpie :-)

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