Colours and connotations in my magazine

Layout for magazine

Magazine title ideas

I have decided after collecting feedback from my media class that the 4th masthead will be more effective to my target audience. The darker, antique looking colour gives the idea of films a platinum feel. The film reel in the background doesn't just fit in with the idea of films and cinemas but adds a unique, interesting, rememberable and eye catching image for the readers to see. Also with close tracking and leading it keeps the audiences attention alongside the catchy name of CINEMATIC. 

Mastheads are one of the most important things on the magazine alongside the content. This convention is expected to be seen by any audiences interested in magazine as it gives them an idea of the company which unlocks information about what style of magazine it is alongside what genres or content will be shown. 

Most mastheads are normally on the left third of the magazine to draw attention when on the shelf and being one of the first thing the audiences eyes see, showing its importance. They also can be placed directly in the centre spread across the page however to show importance also which is most likely seen on film magazines which i am going to bare in mind for my own magazine design as i will want to follow what is expected of a film magazine staying within the normal conventions and styles. A few examples of mastheads i have researched and viewed are below: 

Magazine Profile