MIL Lesson 4: Media Products Creation and Print Media

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What is the main difference between magazine writing and news writing?

Magazines have a target demographic and focus on specific interest or subject matter.

How do magazine publishers and editors shape their publications to appeal to their audience?

They work at shaping their publications to speak with a clear and distinctive voice and to appeal to a very select audience.

What is the significance of audience choice in the content produced by a magazine?

Audience choice has a big impact on the kind of content that a magazine produces.

Why is it important for magazine writers to know if a piece has already been published by the magazine they want to pitch to?

To avoid duplication and to ensure original content ideas. Signup and view all the answers

What should magazine writers be able to identify in order to connect with specific readers?

The critical elements of the story that resonate with the audience. Signup and view all the answers

How does the style and tone of presentation contribute to a magazine's distinctive identity?

The style and tone of presentation are part of a magazine's distinctive identity. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main sections of a typical magazine layout?

The three main sections of a typical magazine layout are: the front section, the feature well, and the back section. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key design elements for billboards?

Billboards typically employ shocking or jaw-dropping titles and/or images to grab the public's attention. Signup and view all the answers

How do posters differ from billboards in their design approach?

Posters are similar to billboards in that they both rely on graphics and text to spread the message clearly and swiftly. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of broadcast media?

Broadcast media is a form of media that covers a wide spectrum of different communication methods such as television, radio, newspapers, magazines and any other materials supplied by the media and press. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'outro' section in a magazine?

The 'outro' section is a one-page section at the end of the magazine that is addressed to the reader. Signup and view all the answers

How do the design elements of billboards and posters differ?

While both billboards and posters rely on eye-catching graphics and text, billboards typically employ more shocking or jaw-dropping titles and/or images to grab attention. Signup and view all the answers

What is a shot wherein the camera is so far from the subject that they are almost not visible?

Long Shot Signup and view all the answers

What is a shot in which the subject is seen from waist up?

Medium Shot Signup and view all the answers

What is a shot in which the subject is tightly framed?

Close Up Shot Signup and view all the answers

What is a shot that focuses on a particular detail of the subject?

Extreme Close Up Shot Signup and view all the answers

What is a shot that frames two people?

Two Shot Signup and view all the answers

What is a shot showing the point of view of the subject but including part of the subject's shoulder?

Over the Shoulder Shot Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using the 'Five W's and H' in news writing?

The primary purpose of using the 'Five W's and H' in news writing is to ensure accuracy and the pursuit of truth by skillfully presenting facts. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the inverted pyramid model used in news writing and its significance.

The inverted pyramid model in news writing places the most important details at the beginning of the story, followed by less important details, and the least important details at the end. This model serves as a reminder to prioritize the most crucial facts upfront. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the three most common design principles used in newspaper layouts.

The three most common design principles used in newspaper layouts are: 1) Informal, 2) Contrast, and 3) Balance, where elements are arranged according to importance or reader interest. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of the 'why' component in the 'Five W's and H' framework for news writing.

The 'why' component in the 'Five W's and H' framework is significant because it addresses the reasons behind the events or occurrences being reported, providing context and understanding to the reader. Signup and view all the answers

How does the inverted pyramid model contribute to the effective communication of news stories?

The inverted pyramid model contributes to the effective communication of news stories by prioritizing the most crucial information at the beginning, allowing readers to grasp the essence of the story quickly and efficiently. Signup and view all the answers

Analyze the relationship between the 'Five W's and H' framework and the principles of accuracy and truth in journalism.

The 'Five W's and H' framework is closely related to the principles of accuracy and truth in journalism because it provides a structured approach to comprehensively explore and explain all relevant aspects of a story, ensuring that the facts are skillfully presented and the pursuit of truth is maintained. Signup and view all the answers

What is the logline formula for a page treatment?

The logline formula for a page treatment includes a working title, a logline, an introduction of the key characters, who, what, when, where, and why, a summary of act one, a summary of act two, and a summary of act three. Signup and view all the answers

What is a scene heading or slug line?

A scene heading or slug line is placed at the start of each scene and tells the reader if the scene is an interior (INT.) or exterior (EXT.), the location of the scene, and the time of day when the scene occurs, such as DAY or NIGHT. Signup and view all the answers

How should the scene description be written?

The scene description should be written in present tense narration, describing what is happening on the screen and the actions of the characters, without discussing what the characters are thinking. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a page treatment?

The purpose of a page treatment is to provide a short, concise summary of the key elements of a screenplay, including the characters, plot, and structure, in a two-page document that reads like a short story. Signup and view all the answers

How is the time of day indicated in a scene heading or slug line?

The time of day is indicated in the scene heading or slug line using the terms "DAY" and "NIGHT", which are the most commonly used designations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the scene description in a screenplay?

The purpose of the scene description in a screenplay is to narrate the actions and visuals of the scene in the present tense, without discussing the characters' internal thoughts or feelings. Signup and view all the answers

Magazine vs. News Writing

Magazines target specific interests and demographics, news focuses on current events.

Magazine Audience Appeal

Publishers shape content to attract a specific reader base.