A2 Media Blog

The issue I have chosen: The growth of interactive and digital media (e.g. social networks, catch-up TV, SKY+, Netflix) and the impact this has had upon the traditional media forms (Newspaper, magazine, Cinema, TV etc.) My response: What is the current situation regarding your chosen issue? - As the use and development of interactive and social media grows, traditional media forms suffer a negative impact as they're used less and less by people today (e.g. TV shows can now be recorded, watched later on catch-up and also watched on digital media websites such as Netflix). Interactive and digital media continues to grow, most being more suited to a persons routine (Not having to rush home to watch a certain show, catch-up on films and shows which have been missed along with interactive apps which can be used anywhere to control TV recordings). Where as the sales of magazines and newspapers continue to decrease as articles and information can be easily accessed online ...

What went well: The overall outcome of our crime heist moving image trailer "High Stakes" went really well, we worked well as a team and played an even part to produce a film trailer to a high standard. The evaluation essay was well detailed and fully described the whole project (including the production and pre-production). Even better if: Put more detail into my original pre-production piece to create a higher quality outcome. Time management and planning. Expand on media knowledge, the role of media in society and what it offers us. Targets for this year: Keep on top of deadlines and time allowed for every task, including time management and planning. Add detail that is relevant for the topic I am focusing on (rather than "waffling" on and repeating what has already been said)