Codes and Conventions of Print (13/10/2016)


 Codes and Conventions of a music magazine:


Codes and Conventions of a Film Magazine:



 
 
Codes and Conventions of Print Media:
 
  • Title piece should have one significant tag-line/slogan
  •  Simple colour scheme
  • Should include logo of brand/company 
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