Contents Page Analysis

This is final design for my contents page; it doesn’t differ much from my mock up layout as I was pretty set on what I wanted from the start.

I didn’t want it to look like solid text, so I broke it up into sections using boxes making it easier for regular readers to find the sections they want. It will also be easy enough for new readers to hunt down features they want to browse at.

The white section is just the main features and its page numbers; I don’t want too many features cluttering the page. There are a few images, as I don’t want it to be overrun with images either.

The dark grey box is a regular occurrence in my magazine for the editorial. It gives the editor a chance to say a personal message to the regulars who keep the magazine going. The tone and language used in the editorial is similar to the tone and language used in the interview – chatty, informal and swearing – ‘Generation Y’. There is a quirky signature at the end to add an even more personal touch to the message.

The two grey boxes at the bottom are meant to be a regular feature on my contents page too – the right hand one is a feature I have called ‘Down Get’s Around’ where we showcase any crafty finds we have encountered on our daily travels – any celebrities that have been spotted, including any chats we’ve managed to get; just a fun little feature.

I believe that this feature implies that ‘Down’ has a good relationship with the celebrities they snap pictures of, as they don’t mind having a quick chat etc. This shows that ‘Down’ isn’t a typical, bitchy magazine and is fun and friendly.

The big ‘8)’ in the middle of box is a popular emoticon that connotes ‘sneaky peeking’ or things along those lines, our target audience will understand what it means.

The left hand side box is displaying some images from a popular gig I have named ‘L!VE’ that my magazine has exclusive information and pictures of.

Again, I have stuck to my basic colour scheme – just blacks, greys, whites and the odd hint of colour. I think it makes it more sophisticated, but then again not too posh. It also works well with my ‘Generation Y’ theme.