Media Studies 3 & 21 Prep

Analysing the codes and convention of a magazine Codes and conventions - Systems of signs, which create meaning. Codes are visual/audio, conventions group together to make a genre i.e eerie music builds tension and creates suspense which link to a specific genre Magazine front cover -Masthead - Name of the magazine (Where is it situated? Font? Colour?) -Fonts - Use about 3 - 4 fonts otherwise it gets too busy (Do they relate to the genre?) -Colour scheme - Make sure you have a good, aesthetic colour scheme (How many colours are there? Do they relate?) -Slogan - Magazines need a memorable slogan (Is it memorable? Is it a pun Where is it situated?) -Cover lines, bylines & Feature article - Make sure they’re relevant to what’s inside (Do they relate to the genre? Do they use language techniques? Size of text? Effects on text?) -Main Image - Always links to the feature article. Eye contact with reader (What type of shot is it - does it relate to the genre?, Who is being represented?) -...

Proposal A What is a proposal? -A written document that you present to a client, outlining how you can help them achieve their goals/create their media product. -Once an outline idea or concept has been created for an original media product. This need to be documented so that the client can read about it. -A proposal is written in sections that cover different areas. e.      ~Aims & Objectives      ~target audience      ~Resources/personnel      ~Genre      ~Content      ~Design Ideas Aims and Objectives What do you want to create, why & how? Aims/Purposes:                             -To entertain audiences?                             -To inform readers?                           ...

  The Uses and Gratifications Theory The Uses and Gratification Theory assumes audiences actively seek out media to satisfy individual needs. Why/How do we consume media P ersonal Identity I nformation E ntertainment S ocial Interaction (Personal relationships) Personal Identity Finding reinforcement for personal values Finding models of behaviour Identifying with valued others (in the media) Gaining insight onto ones self Information Finding out about relevant events and conditions in immediate surroundings, society and the world Seeking advice on practical matters or opinion and decision choices Satisfying curiosity and general interests  Learning; Self-education Gaining a sense of security through knowledge Entertainment Escapism, or being diverted from problems Relaxing Filling time Emotional release Sexual gratification  Integration and Social Interaction Gaining insight into circumstances of others; social empathy Identifying w...

Research Questions What constitutes as North London? What areas are included? Camden Wembley Primrose hill Chalk farm Islington Angel Finsbury Park Highbury Enfeild What Music venues are within those areas? (2 from list) -Wembley - Wembley stadium -Camden town - Roundhouse Theatre & Electric Ballroom & Underworld What Music Artists play there? -Wembley: -Billie Eilish                   -Queen (Live Aid)                   -Beyonce                   -One Direction -Camden: -The rolling stones                  -David Bowie                  -Pink floyd                  -Arctic Monkeys                  -Amy Whinehouse             ...

  Introduction My name is Ella Wise and I came to JCoSS sixth form from Queen Elizabeth Girl school. I attended QEGs from year 9 to year 11 as I lived in America for three years where I attended BISB (British International School of Boston) from year 6 to year 8. I have 2 younger brothers, one of which attends JCoSS in year 9 and the other is still in primary school in year 5. I decided to take media studies because I really want to get into animation and visual development as a career, so after seeing that the course content involved digital animation and comic/graphic novel development, I thought it would be a good course to take. My hobbies are mostly art but I also enjoy watching animated movies and series. Id say my favourite movie is "Spirited Away" which is part of the 'Studio Ghibli' franchise. I also take film studies because I thought that would be a good think to study as I enjoy watching films and I think it would help me try get a career in animation. Id ...