Media Studies 3 & 21 Prep

Fonts and Typefaces Connotations Media is wonderful ——-> More professional Media is wonderful ———-> Basic? Media is wonderful ——-> Childish? ‘Font’ and ‘Typeface’  are two terms that are often incorrectly used interchangeably  Font - Is one particular weight and style of a larger typeface Typeface - Categories comprised of many different fonts. For example, serif is a type face, and times new roman is a font that is part of the serif family. There are a variety of different typefaces and fonts. Serif Serif fonts are identifiable by the small lines on the edges of letters (called serifs) that make the font easier to read in print. Font in the serif typefaces include Times new roman, Georgia, and Book Antiqua Sans Serif  Sans serif font letters don't have a serif attached to them, so they display more clearly on websites. Fonts in the Sans Serif typeface include Ariel, Verdana and Helvetica  Script Fonts in the script typeface are meant to imitate the fluidity...

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 ...