Entry 34-Exporting a music File

Today I learnt how to export an mp3 file from audacity to use with other programs.
I also learnt how to convert my video footage from MPEG-4 format to WMV, which is suitable for editing with Windows Movie Maker.
Finally, I figured out how to use various video effects to make my music video look more effective and to communicate to the audience.

Entry 33-Completed Music Magazine Cover

This is my music magazine cover. I used Adobe Photoshop to design it, and considered various features such as textual codes, colour codes, image and placement. I have also saved a copy in my IEA portfolio.

Entry 32-Internet Research

I used the website "freeloops.com" to find drum loops which I could download and incorporate into my song during the editing process.

Entry 31-Magazine Cover Initial Ideas

This is my initial idea for the design of the music magazine cover. I included a variety of important elements linked to advertising. For example, the masthead (Billboard) is located at the top for conventional purposes, as it aids in display and distribution. The Feature Photograph on the front cover is of the artist (in this case, me) which helps to promote their image and to draw attention to them, highlighting their significance before the article is read. I also added feature article information as well as tags to engage the reader. The puff (Experience the Buzz) is also a form of self promotion for the magazine company iteself.

Entry 30-Client feedback

After sending the mp3 file of my original song to both my clients, I received postive feedback.
Both my primary and secondary client agreed that the recording of the song itself was very promising and they looked forward to seeing the final product (music video)
I also received some constructive crticism which helped me later on to make alterations.

Documentation of Client Communication

Ict Project Client Convo About Song

Entry 29-My IEA Portfolio

I am documenting my progress in the various strands of my project in my ePortfolio.
At this stage in my project, these are the things that I need to achieve in the upcoming future:

-recording and editing my music video
-designing and creating the magazine cover
-exporting the video as an MP4 file
-evaluation, client feedback etc

Entry 28-Magazine Research

I have found a variety of music magazine covers suited to my target audience from which to generate ideas. I have identified the generic conventions of this form of magazine and I am aware of what I need to include.

Magazine Cover Ideas



I also wanted to check for any copyright issues with using Billboard as an existing movie title, as shown below: