Codes & Conventions

Codes & Conventions

Every single magazine follows the generic codes & conventions to create the magazine. Although each company/brand follows the same conventions, they have different aspects that make the magazine pop. 

Masthead:  
The title of the magazine, usually in bold letters and is instantly recognizable and attracts readers.
Tagline:
Shows what the magazine or who the magazine is about.
Coverlines:
Gives the audience an idea of what the magazine consists of.
Central Image:
A large image that covers the whole front page of the magazine, which is usually what causes the reader to pick up the magazine.
Cover model:
Usually celebrities, which makes the reader feel connected with the magazine and attracts them to it.
Colour Scheme:
The colors that tie the magazine together and may target a certain age group/audience.
Barcode:
Located usually in the bottom left or right corner and allows the reader to purchase the magazine.


Bibliography:

JordanLiddell Follow. “Codes and Conventions of Magazines.” LinkedIn SlideShare, 29 Apr. 2016, https://www.slideshare.net/JordanLiddell/codes-and-conventions-of-magazines-61504976.
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