Paper 1: Media One

Product 1 (unseen product described in words; written for this paper): The front cover of Velocity, a monthly running magazine. A woman in her fifties sprints along a coastal path at dawn, looking determined, wearing worn trainers. Masthead in bold red sans-serif. Cover lines: 'Never too late: start at 50', '10 recipes for race week', 'FREE 12-week marathon plan'. Price £4.99. Which term describes the name of a magazine at the top of the cover?

Which term describes a short phrase that sums up a film?

Identify two codes and conventions of magazine covers used in Product 1.

Explain how Product 1 represents age.

Product 2 (unseen product described in words; written for this paper): A film poster for Harbour Lights, a British crime drama. A teenage boy stands alone under a streetlight on a wet harbour wall, hood up, with police lights reflected in puddles. Tagline: 'Some secrets drown. His won't.' Credits block and '15' certificate at the bottom. Explain how Product 2 uses media language to create meaning about the film's genre.

Analyse how Product 2 represents young people. Refer to representation theory in your answer.

Compare how gender is represented in Product 1 and one close study product you have studied. Evaluate how far these representations reflect the social and cultural contexts in which they were produced.

Which term describes a company owning businesses at different stages of production, distribution and exhibition?

Which organisation regulates UK television and radio?

Explain what is meant by 'public service broadcasting'.

Explain how the audience of Product 1 is targeted.

Explain two ways a video game you have studied is marketed.

Explain how uses and gratifications theory can explain why audiences play online games.

Analyse how a radio programme you have studied is shaped by its funding and regulation.

Analyse how online platforms allow audiences to participate in the media.

Evaluate how far the film industry has been changed by new technologies. Refer to Product 2 and one film close study product you have studied.