1. Evaluation Question 2
How Does Your Media Product
Represent Particular Social Groups?
Martha Niklas

2. Gender
FEMALES
My media product represents females as respectful and independent as the girl on the
front cover and double page spread dominates the whole page. Her Mise en
Scene denotes red lipstick, black fur on her shoulders, a black feather earring
whilst her long hair is all to the other side. This suggests glamour and femininity
as this particular costume and makeup design is mainly for the female gender.
On the front cover, her direct mode of address and body language facing towards the
reader suggests that she is friendly and approachable which also allows females
to be seen as confident.
Overall, females are represented as the traditional stereotype (such as being
glamorous and feminine) however certain elements have changed as she is seen
as independent and is the focus point of the magazine.
MALES
Males are represented as modern and stylish as the
contents page shows a male wearing an outfit from ‘the
vintage clothing line’ suggesting he is trendy and has an
attractive fashion. His stance on the image is quite
leaned forwards as he has a happy grin on his face as
though he’s laughing. This suggests youth and energy
which categorises males to have these types of
characteristics.

3. Youth
The double page spread especially suggests maturity from the
main girl as the context of the magazine is about her new life
with her new career. As a result, her busy and successful
lifestyle could suggest that the stereotypical idea of youth of
isn’t demonstrated through her because she has a career
therefore coveys that she is hardworking.
On the other hand, two polaroid pictures from the contents page
shows teenagers (both gender) being photographed because
of their style. This represents youth in a good light as it
conveys the idea that older teenagers/young adults care about
appearance therefore look after themselves. Similar to the
double page spread images, these slightly oppose to the
stereotypical teenager however allow the reader too see them
in a good and mature light.

4. Musicians
My magazine represents musicians as unique because the style of musicians
throughout is quite an old fashioned genre which has been modernised for
today’s audience. The new band featuring on the contents page denote two
girls playing instruments. It is clear that one is playing the keyboard and the
other, a trumpet. Portraying the idea of new upcoming musicians, it
suggests that they are unique and are always trying to set a new style or
image whilst filling gaps in the music industry. This allows them to be well
known and distinctive.