CASE STUDY- Contents Page Analysis

CASE STUDY- Analysing the Front Cover of a Magazine

Magazine Language Analysis

   

In magazines the language used is important in order to appeal to the readers, making them want to carry on exploring. Throughout the front cover the language used is formal, There is also a use of direct address, An example of this would be "Is your man on Tinder? Are you sure?" this can be effective as readers can get involved and interact with the content of the magazine cover, therefore making them intrigued and eager to read on. when it says "The font row's best outfit on the high street now!" the use of an exclamation mark highlights the importance of what is being said and also makes it sound exciting and cheerful.

For the content of the magazine ( the cover story) I've noticed that the cover line is written informally, "Why She's Fashion's New It Girl" when it says 'it girl' this gives off a confident feel, emphasizing her popularity and the fact that you should be like her, this may make readers feel envy/jealous of her. It's also colloquial making it likely to appeal to teens/younger audiences as they would most likely use informal speech. Making them more likely than older audiences to relate to this type of magazine. Another example of informal use of language would be "Ellie's confident. She'll wear what she wants" she's being described very positively throughout her cover story allowing us to see her in a positive light, gaining her even more popularity and even new fans, that have come across this magazine.

The language used in a magazine is incredibly important in order to project the magazine , successfully. In this magazine, the front cover title "Massive Albums Special" is formal, this may attract older audiences as they would most likely use formal speech in their everyday lives. This magazine cover title also attracts fans of this band, allowing them to feel comfortable and at ease knowing they're able to relate to this magazine.

For the content of the magazine, in the Kanye West segment, there is a use of colloquial language an example of this would be "When's it going to actually come out? 'cos he says it's good to go..." the writer uses a casual tone as if the reader are their friends, this allows the reader to feel comfortable and content on reading on, creating a positive bond between writer and reader. Language is also used to grab the reader's attention plus make them eager and enthusiastic to read on, an example of this would be "What's it going to sound like this time?" the use of a question mark, is used in order for the reader to grow curious and therefore encouraging them to read further.

Colour Analysis (Magazine Front Cover)

My School Magazine Contents Page

My School Magazine Front Cover

Editor's Letter Analysis

In the editors letter a quote is used with a bold font making it amicable. "When it comes to body image, the things we say about ourselves have a bigger impact than we realize" it sounds realistic, making the readers motivated to do something about their body image.

The language used throughout this letter is mainly informal as most of text includes an 'I' telling us it is from the editor’s point of view and her experiences in the past to do with the topic of exercise. It's very entertaining to read as I can sense that the editor has a sense of humor by the style and structure of their writing these interest readers.

It's always good for the editor to interact with the reader through personal experiences and questions directed at the reader. "I still moan about those thighs of mine" this is relate able to anyone because we've all felt as if there's something wrong with our appearance and it makes you think and reassures you that you're not the only one. This is a good way to interact with the reader and therefore attracting audiences of all backgrounds 

Preliminary School Magazine Questionnaire

School Magazine Questionnaire

1) Would you ever read the school magazine?

a) Yes 

b) No

c) depends on the content

2) What would you like to see on the school magazine?

a) Trips and  after school activities

b) Exam results

c) Monthly prize draws

d) Subject help

3) Would you like to see more text or more photographs in the magazine?

 4) How often would you like the magazine to be released?

a) Once a week

b) Once a month

c) Once a year

5) What ages should the magazine be aimed at?

a) 11-14

b) 15-16

c) 17-18

6) Would you be willing to be involved in our magazine? if so, why?

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Magazine Cover Layout

Preliminary Title/ sketched plan for school magazine  

Possible titles:

-  Exam stress?

- New to school?

- Uniform yes or no?

- Maximize your concentration!

Possible main images on front cover: 

- Students holding books : close up of them entering the class room greeting the teacher

- Group of students eating a healthy lunch

- Student participating in a class experiment  e.g. the Bunsen burners used in Science 

- In the library a few students surrounding a book shelf

Possible cover lines/ articles: 

- Monthly prize draws

- Thinking about scholarships? apply now

- Spice up your CV!

Magazine Front Cover Analysis

Magazine Content Page Analysis