TV magazines

Tv Magazines and their conventions-

Typical conventions which are seen in these magazines.

Titles- these are typically placed at the top of the page/article to inform the reader about the article and also what it includes in the example to the left you can see the title "Will Adam Kill James?" this instantly intrigues the reader especially if they are interested in Emmerdale, this article really entices
the reader by using yellow to highlight the words "Kill James" making them stand out and also the use of the sub-title "He's gunnin for his father after learning the truth..." this is used to focus the topic of discussion and prepare the reader for what they are going to be reading about.

Main Image- Much like with the title the main image is used to grab the readers attention and draw them into reading the article and inform them of who exactly the article is about. A large photo collage is seen in the image to the left helping to reate a timeline of what has happened in the 30 years of neighbors, particularly between Jason and Kylie, this image takes up the majority of the second page and the use of these two iconic characters who we now see as celebrities instantly attracts us to the magazine.

Columns- These allow readers to easily read the article as well as making the overall layout of the page look more organised and neater.

Drop Copitals- Are used to show the beginning of the article and is also linked to the colour scheme of the magazine/particular article.

Stand First- this will give a brief outline of what is written within the article and may also inform the reader of what the actor has appeared in before hand or alongside their current role.

TV Listings Date and Time- Lets the reader know when the next episode of the soap is going to be on television so they are aware of when to watch. This may also include future dates for events which have been discussed within the article.

Bylines- These name the photographer/interviewer/contributor to the article

Page Numbers- always appear at the bottom of the page to make it easier for readers to flick through the magazine, especially if they see an article that attracts them.

House style- this is when a magazine uses similar colours, layouts and structure throughout all of their issues, this includes Masthead font, logo, placement of pictures and also the location of barcode. House styles are used to help the reader become familiar with the magazine and also attract more repeat readers as they know what is included within the magazine and know what they are purchasing.

These are all conventions of a double page spread although these could be transformed into posters to advertise our Soap Opera. These are the main conventions of a TV listings magazine front cover-

• Masthead- Large title at the top of the front cover of the magazine showing the reader what the magazine is entitled.
• Barcode- These are always placed on a magazine for the use of shops selling the magazine.
• Issue Number- This allows readers to see how many issues have been produced and also see how long the magazine has been around.
• Main image- The main image will usually be of the most popular storyline on television at the moment or if the magazine has interviewed a particular actor which they know will boost readership figures.
• Main Coverline-This is smaller than the masthead however uses a larger typeface than all of the other pieces of text on the front cover.
• Date and Cover price- There to inform the reader of when the issue was published and tell them how relevant the magazine is, this will also include the price however if the magazine has a promotional offer on this may be larger to draw the readers eye to the new price.
• Puff- This is a promotional offer/gift that entices the reader to purchase the magazine over its competitiors.
• Coverlines- These are smaller than the coverline and used to inform the buyer of what other things are included within the magazine.
• Mode of address- the way in which the magazine speaks to its readers, this is sometimes done through direct address to personally engage the reader.

[Alice]