This contents page example is from an NME magazine. The layout of the contents page is very similar for every issue, which creates consistency and helps the reader to recognise the house style of the magazine.
The masthead is included in the contents page title followed by the phrase 'this week,' this suggests that weekly music update are the main content, this is in bold to highlight the purpose of the contents page. The main article that is featured in the magazine is placed in the centre of the page, which entices the reader to focus on that article first. It also has a caption to summarise the main parts of the article in one sentence. Although the band index is on the left and the text is in red may suggest that the reader will read it first, it is in small print suggesting that it is not a main feature but something that the audience can refer to depending on their major interests.
The small black arrows on the right hand side direct towards the articles which feature on the cover of the magazine. This helps the reader to find the articles which are important more easily. It also separates the articles from the sections, but still including them into these sections for easy reference.
The exclusive information which is included in the magazine is highlighted using a red arrow, similar to the small black arrows, pointing to the edge of the page. This suggests to the reader that they have to turn the page to find out the information.
The colour scheme is red, white and black with some attention grabbing colours such as yellow which is the same as the masthead and the front cover. This creates a consistent house style format.
The subscription information is at the bottom to show that it is not a main feature but it is something that may be useful for the reader. The image shows two issues of NME magazines to clearly show that it is an NME magazine subscription. The most important information and commands are highlighted in yellow, while the rest of the text is written in white text. This draws attention to the main points of this section and emphasises the persuasive language which is used.
The small black arrows on the right hand side direct towards the articles which feature on the cover of the magazine. This helps the reader to find the articles which are important more easily. It also separates the articles from the sections, but still including them into these sections for easy reference.
The exclusive information which is included in the magazine is highlighted using a red arrow, similar to the small black arrows, pointing to the edge of the page. This suggests to the reader that they have to turn the page to find out the information.
The colour scheme is red, white and black with some attention grabbing colours such as yellow which is the same as the masthead and the front cover. This creates a consistent house style format.
The subscription information is at the bottom to show that it is not a main feature but it is something that may be useful for the reader. The image shows two issues of NME magazines to clearly show that it is an NME magazine subscription. The most important information and commands are highlighted in yellow, while the rest of the text is written in white text. This draws attention to the main points of this section and emphasises the persuasive language which is used.
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