When creating Global Lens , my original concept was much more style-oriented — closer to a fashion and culture magazine. Halfway through my research I realised that I was far more interested in the political and media  domain. This shift has been exciting but it also created some practical risks: tighter deadlines, different types of photoshoots, and the need for more serious sources. Time Constraints Changing the genre mid-way means I have less time to complete the planned

Right now it is the begging of October, more specifically, 3rd of October 2025. Also, my Media Studies exam is scheduled for 3rd on...

As with any creative project, a magazine is not something that simply falls from the sky — it demands investment. Not only in time, attention, and energy, but also in the practical, material side: money. Every page, every photo, every word, carries behind it an invisible budget that made it possible. I came across an article in Chron  about the expenses of running a magazine, and it listed all the major areas where costs usually appear: from printing and distribution to edit

Why My Photoshoot Took Place in the World, Not a Studio When I first began planning my magazine, one of the obvious steps was to consider more than one photoshoot. After all, in most magazines—whether they are about fashion, lifestyle, or culture — the photoshoots are central. They provide carefully constructed visuals, often styled to communicate the brand identity of the publication. But as I developed my idea further and reflected on the specific theme of my magazine—poli

Before jumping into the actual design of my magazine, I drew flatplans for the cover , table of contents , and feature article . Flatplans work like a storyboard in film: they’re a quick sketch of where every element – masthead, images, headlines, pull-quotes, captions and text columns – will sit on the page. Doing this stage first helped me visualise the rhythm of the magazine, test different layouts without spending time on full designs, and make sure all the pages feel co

Genre Media / International Relations / Diplomacy. Focus: how media influences global power, public opinion, activism and culture. Masthead Name: Global Lens Tagline: Media & Diplomacy Magazine Logo style: bold serif for “Global Lens”in a shade of pastel pink and black boarders, with a clean smaller navy blue sans-serif for the tagline. Fonts Serif fonts (e.g. Playfair Display, Merriweather and others) for headlines, feature titles, masthead. Sans-serif fonts (e.g. Montserrat

When designing Global Lens , I’ve carefully considered fonts and conventions to create a clean, credible, and sophisticated look. Below are the choices and reasoning behind them. Barcode & Other Conventions Barcode- Placed discreetly at the bottom-right corner of the cover to maintain a professional retail-ready appearance. Tagline- Under the masthead “ Media & Diplomacy Magazine ” to establish the magazines's niche immediately. Titles and Subtitles- Headlines in bold Montse

a. Design Principles, Conventions & Elements A feature article  is a long-form, visually appealing piece that blends informative content with storytelling. Compared with news articles, it uses strong visuals, spacious layouts, and clear hierarchy  to guide the reader. Core design principles include: Headline : Bold, compelling, larger than any other text. Stand-first : Short paragraph under the headline summarising the story and setting the tone. Columns : 2–4 narrow column

Theme: Soft Power in the Digital Age FEATURES 04 — Toolbox-   Essential apps, podcasts, and newsletters for following world affairs. 10 — From Memes to Movement- How viral humour and memes evolve into serious online campaigns that influence policy decisions. 16 — Streaming Wars, Culture Wars- Netflix vs. state broadcasters: who is really shaping cultural diplomacy in 2025? 24 — Foreign Correspondent 2.0- Profiles of young journalists and influencers reporting conflicts live o

Creating My Magazine Masthead – Global Lens 1. Choosing the Name Because my magazine explores how media influences international...

After creating and sharing my Target Audience Questionnaire , I originally planned to wait a week to gather responses. However, all of the friends and classmates I asked, completed the form very quickly, so I was able to analyse the data sooner than expected. 📊 My Questionnaire & Results -What the Results Showed Age Group:  Most respondents were between 16–20 years old , with a smaller number in the 21–25 category. Magazine Habits:  A majority said they read magazines

To define the audience for my Media & Global Affairs  magazine, I created a short Google Form and shared it with classmates and friends. The aim : get a quick picture of the demographics  and psychographics  of potential readers and what they want from a magazine. Example Questions from My Form: Question Type What is your age? Multiple choice (13–15 / 16–18 / 19–22 / 23+) Which magazines do you currently enjoy or buy? Short answer How do you usually read magazines? Multipl

This time, the three magazines I choose to analyse are: National Geographic   (current affairs / documentary / geography). The Economist   (news & international relations). Vogue  (fashion) — this is the genre quite different from what I want to do, so useful for contrast. 1. National Geographic Front Cover Conventions Masthead : Always at the top, big and very recognisable. Classic serif or clean font. The masthead is strongly part of its brand identity (e.g. yellow frame of

Lately I’ve been fascinated by the way news, entertainment and social platforms shape politics and international relations. For my media project, I want to turn that fascination into a magazine concept. Below I will break down the genre I’ve chosen, some magazines that inspire me, and a moodboard plan showing the style and conventions I’ll follow. Genre I’m Choosing I’m planning a current affairs & media influence magazine aimed at students and young adults who are curious a

Here is the mindmap a made in Canva after consulting some of the resources I've found relevant. After exploring how magazines are built — from mastheads and cover lines to contents pages and pull quotes — I’ve been thinking seriously about what kind of magazine I’d like to create this year. The Magazine I’d Like to Create: I’d like to design a current-affairs and culture magazine for students . Its focus would be on how media shapes the world we live in — but with examp