GBHS Media Studies Exams 3rd June pm 11 June pm

READ THROUGH THESE POINTS AND FIND EXAMPLES FROM THE LIST BELOW
processes of production, distribution and/ or circulation of PSB radio content in a national context

· role of the regulatory framework, including that of public service broadcasting remit

· significance of PSB broadcasting and longevity versus varied commercial stations which compete for audiences

· specific PSB requirements which impacts on the content of radio output

· impact of ‘new’ digital technology on the reach of radio shows and the way in which content can now be digitally distributed and circulated through an internationally recognised platform versus the competing methods of commercial radio stations. Responses should refer to The BBC Radio One Breakfast Show and might consider:

· how the structure of PSB institutions such as the BBC might influence the format and output of the show in terms of monetary budget and synergy across different platforms. Also, fulfilling its remit to inform, educate and entertain the public

· how the BBC is very much a national institution and the Breakfast Show has been a long-running success; a degree of nationalisation of BBC radio as being traditional and high quality across a diverse range of audiences (now several channels offering alternative breakfast show content) with an emphasis on attracting a key demographic to stay relevant

· the budget and reach of the show in terms of attracting famous stars to participate on the show to reach large national and international audiences (via podcasts/online) which can dwarf less successful commercial stations

· the choice of presenter to challenge adult audiences whilst attracting teens – possible reference to long term commitment of radio presenters

· the use of modern platforms to listen and stream content which (Long-tail) can amass a high number of diverse audiences, thus fulfilling their remit. The show has an array of social media presence to sustain and attract new audiences, e.g. YouTube; simulcasts of 1Xtra highlights

· reference to specific examples and excerpts from the radio show that they studied to support their points made with reference to the production values of the show.

· economic development of BBC as a leading media provider (nationally and internationally); how the radio show is ‘cutting edge’ in terms of the way it is produced show; how the ‘long-tail’ style reaches across multiple platforms

· economic contrast between budgets of BBC Radio One Breakfast Show versus commercial radio institutions

· political context of radio production in terms of PSB expectations versus the niche/commercial nature of other radio programmes

· political pressure on the BBC to remain unbiased whilst also fulfilling their remit as a PSB during the construction and distribution of radio show content

· cultural significance of the BBC being a traditional and respected broadcaster with high production values that appeals to multigenerations of loyal audiences and fan-bases

· cultural importance of the BBC in attracting a range of talented performers and artists to cross promote economic interests of the BBC and fulfil cultural interests of diversity and popular culture.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/04/14/how-does-the-bbc-spend-its-5bn-in-licence-fee-money/

cute revision https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/z2s97hv/revision/3

music

news

audience phone in

promotion

celebrity guest

audience games

Egs

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

CBR and Titanium

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Halfway evaluations

Halfway Evaluations

Halfway evaluations are a really good way of looking at some of your work, finding out where you're going with it and giving you some feedback. Due next Thursday 14th November please provide a presentation including the following:

- music video/tv drama drafts- 1 minute's worth of production so we can get an idea of the themes and the locations
- magazine production - front cover and contents draft
- your website - show us your social media, your various pages and how they will link with your branding, remember you need audio visual material on your website.
- How are you going to attract/communicate with your audience on your website

Demonstrate how you will be converging your new brand and what you are still to include in your productions. The class will have the criteria and indicative content and judge you on it so please read through it carefully. It is here: https://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/465770-unit-h409-03-04-a-level-media-studies-making-media-nea-briefs-june-2020.pdf

Here are some good examples.

http://gbhsa2elonawoodford.blogspot.co.uk/2016/11/halfway-evaluation.html

http://gbhsa2saraholivier.blogspot.com/2016/11/halfway-evaluation-and-feedback.html