Main Task codes and conventions of the front cover of a music magazine

• The headline is usually one word or letters long, usually on the left, uses a unique font and is always the biggest font on the page
• There is always a consistent colour scheme
• The main image is of a band or singer; they look at the camera and do not usually smile as it conveys an attitude
• Creative photography is used
• A slightly lower camera angle gives the impression of the artist having a lot of power
• There is usually smaller picture of performances or artists
• A strip at the top or bottom lists additional information
• The barcode is always on the bottom right corner
• The barcode is always on the front this is because the back is used for adverts.
• Puffs advertise "something for nothing"
• They typography is either sans or serif.
• There is always a price and issue date