Progress report

What my initial ideas were My initial thoughts where to create a magazine aimed at

the class of C1-D as the underground scene is associated with clubbers however after further analysis of other magazines I realised that due to the genre being a niche product the people that follow the underground scene will be an active audience adding a level of sophistication to the magazine. The sleek design I want to recreate would also portray a level of sophistication.

The E section of the income bracket refers to those that listen to the music at clubs for example students.

The B/C section is those who have grown out of working class roots

The B section of the audience represents an active audience who appreciate niche products.

What my ideas are now

I have now decided to change the income bracket of what audience I want to aim my magazine at to B-E. Giving the magazine a wider stance broadens how I can design the magazine and what content I can use.

As for magazine design I would like a simple sophisticated layout

Design of front cover – my thoughts

With the front cover I want to keep it simple having as less writing on it as possible. At the moment I am thinking of a close of someone.

Below are covers of magazines I have found that I am using to influence my work

Design of front

These are cover design that I do not like and feel as though they are for the less sophisticated due to the messiness

Cover work

I would like to base my font styles on a sans condensed font. Bold and striking and instantly recognisable. The bold striking font reflects confidence of the genre and its audience who appreciate niche sophisticated products.

The font title will be in a condensed style so I can use a long title that does not take up a lot of space on the cover but is still impactful.

I have chosen a simple font so I have the option to cover up some parts of the letters yet the name will still be legible

Confirmation of Institution

For my institution I would like confirm that I am going to use Bauer media group as they would help my initial production process and any teething problems along the way. Despite them being a large conglomerate they do produce other indie magazines and it is for that reason why I am going to choose them