Research on Elements of Typical Magazine Cover Page

Research work on different elements of a magazine cover page.

The cover page of the magazine is on of the most important key features to attract audience. A good combination of elements makes the best out of it. The image below shows these elements.

1. Masthead

Masthead is one of the most important features on a cover page. It is the main title of the magazine and has the largest font throughout the whole magazine. Readers can instantly recognize the magazine after getting a glimpse of it. It is the name of the magazine

2. Main Image

The main image usually covers most of the space on the cover page. It gives an idea to the consumer that what type of content does the magazine contain without needing to read anything. For example a fashion magazine would have a portrait of a model wearing fancy cloths

3. Dateline

This is usually located near the Masthead and shows the date the magazine was released for the public. Helps consumers to not buy out dated magazines with outdated information.

4. Barcode

It is present on most of the items for sales. Contains information like the price and serial number of the magazine.

5. Selling line

They describe what the magazine is about. It provides consumers with words in attempt to sell the product. It may be the main marketing aspect of the magazine.

6. Cover Lines

Highlights the topics of interest inside the magazine. It is specially placed to add balance to the magazine.