YR 12 Media

AFL Activity

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AFL
Evaluating Peer
Work

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Name Elliot Woodward

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Activity 1
Use the mark scheme below and work in pairs to grade the 4 exemplar pieces of
work. You must try and place the work into the correct level. Wherever possible you
should use a best fit model, this means that you take an overall view rather than
harshly penalising for one fault. Use the space provided to give specific examples
and write a summary comment at the bottom of the page. You are examining the
ENTIRE MAGAZINE
NON STOP POP
Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

selecting mise-enscne including

AS Print

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks
(38) Some good
positioning of
the images
which are cut
out of
backgrounds.
However not
always effective
and looks
unprofessional
in section.
Cutting off the
arm and the top
hair on the
cover page.
(36) There are a
range of
different images
showings closeups / medium
shots etc.
However not
always
appropriate in
all parts of the
magazine.

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(26) Most
images are
taken on a welllit backdrop
however some
images on the
double page
spread dont
follow the
conventions
and havent
been
professionally
taken.
(25) Minimal
mise-en-scene

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colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

AFL Activity
in all pages of
the magazine
however, some
fashion objects
relating to the
genre have
been cut out on
the cover page.

manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

(38) Sizing of
the images is
relevant and fits
the young
audience
context. The
presentation of
the images are
well structured
however in
places dont
look very neat.
(40) The
language is
very basic and
fits the
audience and
register of the
magazine. It
appeals to a
young female
audience.

accurately using
language and
register

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

(24) Some of
the text and
illustrations are
not integrating
very well and
show mistakes
in consistency,
especially with
the edges
being cut out.

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

showing
awareness of the
need for variety in

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Print

(36) Most of the

information
shows a good
understanding
of a
conventional
music magazine
however
includes some
basic layouts on
the contents
page.
(24) Shows a
range of font
variety

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fonts and text size

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especially on
the front cover,
however looks
unprofessional
and not
appealing to
the design. This
makes it
difficult to
understand as
a whole.

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

(37) Photoshop
used well when
exploring the
use of cropping,
enhancing in
places and re
sizing.

Summary Comment
Overall I think that this magazine appeals to its audience well with the use of colours, and
language register, however lacks the ability to keep consistency and a clear layout
throughout, using all original photographs. The quality of the images is good and the theme
works well with them, especially the clothing of the models.

AS Print

Level Descriptors

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AFL Activity

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FLAWD
Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks
framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

AS Print

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(30) Some good

use of exclusion
of background
In places
however
doesnt look
smooth around
the edges, and
the
backgrounds
don.t always fit
the colour
palette.
(24) Mostly
medium shots
are seen
featuring in this
magazine,
suggesting a
low range of
photography
skills.
(24) Quality of
images is very
poor especially
on the cover
and contents
page. No
lighting
equipment has
been used or
plain
backgrounds.

selecting mise-enscne including

colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

manipulating
photographs as

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks

(38) Some good

use of mise-enscene, for
example the
guitar and the
rock/indie
clothing style,
and range of
setting
locations.
However
doesnt show a
range of good
lighting.
(30) Relevant
cropping and re

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appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

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sizing however
not presented
in a
professional
way, especially
the corners of
images. The
context is
relevant and
symbolises the
rock/indie
genre.

accurately using
language and
register

(39) The
language and
register is very
good and
represents the
genre well using
the correct
language and
well written.
Includes
relevant artists
and themes.
(39) The text is
mostly
integrated well
especially, the
bottom L shape
of the cover and
the contents.
The double
page spread
also has clear
illustrations
which are
relevant to the
text.
(40) Majority of
the magazine
follows the
conventions of
traditional
magazine
designs
however
includes some
unusual
positioning in
places causing
the layout to
overall look out
of place.
(39) There is a
clear range of

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

showing
awareness of the

AS Print

Print

Level Descriptors

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need for variety in

fonts and text size

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

Print
font displayed
throughout
which varies in
size due to
relevance.
Some font
however
irrelevant and in
the wrong
places.

(28) Photoshop
skills have been
attempted In
this magazine
through the use
to cutting,
cropping,
rotating and re
sizing. The
quality of this
isnt very high
however works
in parts of the
magazine like
the contents.

Summary Comment
I think over all this magazine uses a good colour palette and shows a clear understanding
of their rock/indie theme. There layouts work well in some parts however doesnt always
follow traditional conventions. The overall quality is quite poor in photography meaning
more advanced Photoshop skills are required for enhancement.

AS Print

Level Descriptors

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STACK
Minimal
Level 1
10 23 marks

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(27) Minimal
shooting
material, as no
lighting
backdrops are
used which
compromises
quality. The
photos are all
taken in busy
environments
meaning no
photo studio
has been used.

selecting mise-enscne including

colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

AS Print

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks
(38) I think that
the framing of
shots has been
effectively
positioned and
show relevant
background
exclusion.
(40) A variety of
shots are used,
including closeups, and medium
shots. The photo
distances are
very relevant and
work well
combined.

(42) Very
relevant mise-enscene, including
tattoo equipment
which is relevant
to the
rock/indie/alterna
tive genre. There
is also a guitar
and a
microphone
featured showing
the music genre.
The fashion
clothing is also
effective and fits
well with the
magazine.

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manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

(36) All of the

photographs are
very appropriate
for the context,
however doesnt
present a clear
quality and look
poor in
presentation in
places. Re sizing
variation
however is
effectively used,
especially on the
contents and
double page
spread.
( 37) The
language register
is very relevant
to the context
and fits well with
the audience.
There is plenty of
in depth detail
especially on the
double page
spread.
(38) Text is
mostly well
integrated and
spaced apart
well, showing
good use of
presentation. The
illustrations are
integrated well
on top and
behind the text
boxes.

accurately using
language and
register

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

AS Print

Print

(30) Some
good use of
simple/busy
magazine
conventions
throughout
magazine
however no
central direct
eye contact is
used
suggesting a
less effective
combination of
information.

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showing
awareness of the
need for variety in
fonts and text size

Print
(38) Good
variation of text
across the
magazine
relevant to the
context. The
titles all are
larger than the
small paragraphs
and the styles fit
the genre.
(40) Photoshop
has been used
effectively when
creating the
magazine,
through the use
of cutting,
cropping , re
sizing etc.
However parts
lack quality and
over all can
compromise the
layout of the
design.

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

Summary Comment
The Stack magazine uses appropriate layout structure throughout the magazine; it also
uses a good colour palette. However the picture quality of the images is poor and doesnt
use the central eye focus point on the front cover. There is a good variation of font text
and a constant theme which is seen on each page, presenting a professional look.

DUBZONE

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as

AS Print

Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks
(23) Very
limited ability
to frame a shot.
Chopped of the
guitar end and
the front cover
head. Some use
of excluding
elements but
minimal.

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(27) Basic level

of shot

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appropriate

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

selecting mise-enscne including

colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

variation,
medium shots
and a close up.
Distance not
always relevant
and in the
correct spacing.
(23) Quality of
the camera is
poor and the
lighting
equipment is
minimal. The
backdrop wall is
a dull green
and not a
professional
white wall.
(23)
Headphones
and guitar are
used; however
the guitar is
irrelevant to the
dub zone genre.
(21)
Photographs
not always
relevant when
placed, limited
cropping out,
cutting of
corners. Re
sizing is need,
barcode too
big.

accurately using
language and
register

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

showing
understanding of
conventions of

AS Print

Print

(24) Some
language
relevant to the
dub zone
genre, some
text minimal
and irrelevant.
(23) Text and
illustrations not
integrated
professionally,
compact
presentation
leaving the
pages unclear
to read.
(22) Attempt to
use
conventional

Level Descriptors

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layout and page
design

showing
awareness of the
need for variety in
fonts and text size

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

AFL Activity

Print

layout designs,
especially on
the contents
page. However
cover page
features too big
and double
page spread
isnt structured
well.
(22) A complete
range of font
range which is
irrelevant when
combined looks
unprofessional.
The size in
many parts
doesnt look
effective and
shows limited
skills.
(15) Photoshop
is used with
limited ability
to manipulate
text and
illustrations.
Using, cropping,
re sizing and
rotation poorly.

Summary Comment
Over all I think that the entire magazine is unprofessional and poorly edited and put
together. The quality and range of the images is limited and dont consistently fit within
the dub zone genre. Re sizing needs to be considered and a good consistent colour palette
needs to be focused on.

AS Print

Level Descriptors

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Task 2
Now using the skills youve acquired in task 1, evaluate your own work and then
two pieces of work from classmates. Use the space provided to give specific
examples and write a summary comment at the bottom of the page.
Magazine title: SOLO (Emily Turton)
Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

selecting mise-en-

AS Print

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks
(36) Shots are
well framed and
look
professional,
however more
variation in
excluding
elements would
be effective to
display a range
of skills.
(40) Good
appropriate
shot variation
throughout the
magazine,
including
medium shots
and long shots.
Using close-ups
and extreme
long shots
would make the
range more
impressive
however.
(41) Mostly
effective
lighting and
appropriate
shooting
equipment
which makes
the images
clear. Some
images do
however show
shadows which
advanced
lighting
equipment
could remove.

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(34) Good use

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scne including
colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

AFL Activity
of props like
guitar, and
clothing
relevant to the
genre. However
brighter
lighting would
improve the
overall quality
of the images.

manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

(36) Photos are

manipulated
well and
appropriate to
the context.
Some re sizing
has been used
however no
cutting out of
enhancing has
been used,
which could
improve the
look.
(40) Relevant
language used
which is
accurate; just
some small
alterations
would complete
the audience
language
register.
(38) Text and
images are well
integrated in
most places
showing a look
of
professionalism
however the
front page text
can appear un
clear on top of
the main image.

accurately using
language and
register

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

AS Print

Print

(40) Good clear

understanding
of typical
magazine
conventions
and designs
which are
effectively
presented.

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Especially the
eye focal point
on the front
cover.

showing
awareness of the
need for variety in
fonts and text size

(35) There is a
good range of
font variation
and size overall
but I think that
more fonts
could make the
consistency
look more
exciting and
impressive.
(33) Photoshop
has been used
well when
laying out a
page, including
re sizing and
cropping.
However more
advanced tools
could be used
like cutting out
and enhancing
images.

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

Summary Comment
SOLO is an effective professional magazine which follows a simplistic convention. The idea
behind the magazine works well and I can see their intention within the modern look. It
just needs a slightly larger variation across the entire magazine and should experiment
with more advanced tools.

Magazine title: CHORD (Olivia Hill)

Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

AS Print

Level Descriptors

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks
(43) All images
are really well
photographed
and relevant
elements have
been excluded
where
necessarily.
There are just a
few small
adjustments
which would
make every

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

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photo even
better.
(43) A good
range of shots
have been used
including
medium and
long shots. Also
each image
shows good use
of positioning in
the image
showing an
effective
distance.
(40) Most of the
shooting
material is very
well used,
including a full
size studio with
lighting and a
good quality
camera.
However some
images on the
contents could
do with slight
adjustments to
enhance the
quality.
(41) Good use
of mise-enscene, including
a guitar, and a
range of in
genre clothing
and props like a
pair of bright
green glasses.

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

selecting mise-enscne including

colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

(48) Excellent
use of
manipulating
photos.
Cropping, re
sizing, image
enhancement
and fading has
been used
successfully to
achieve a
professional
look.

accurately using
language and

AS Print

(42) Good
language

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register

Print
register which
clearly
represents the
context of the
magazine. Only
minor spelling
mistakes which
could be
improved.

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

(48) Text and

illustrations
have been very
well integrating
between each
other and
behind/ on top.
The overall look
is appropriate
and effective.

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

showing
awareness of the
need for variety in
fonts and text size

(40) Good use

of typical
magazine
layout
conventions
which is seen
an all pages.
The same look
is consistently
seen through
out also.
(35) Uses a
good variation
in text sizes
especially on
the double
page spread.
However more
font variation
could be used
to show a
range of
different looks
within the
targeted genre.

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

AS Print

(40) Photoshop
has been used
very well to cut,
crop and fade
images. It has
also been used
well to structure
the magazine.
More variation
in image
enhancement

Level Descriptors

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would increase
the level of
skills.

Summary Comment
I think that this magazine CHORD works extremely well and fits within the
indie/alternative genre. The language and illustrations used reflect the ideal context and
have been integrated effectively. The overall look is professional and follows a more
simplistic look, however even more Photoshop skills could would make it even better.

AS Print

Level Descriptors

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Magazine title: THE VINE (Charles Timms)

Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

AS Print

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(24) All shots

are medium
shots with a
very little
variation in
distance
between each
one. They do
look
appropriate
however more
angles and
distance range
would present
more skills and
a better
understanding.

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

selecting mise-enscne including

colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks
(38) All shots
are well
positioned and
elements are
excluded where
necessary.
Some elements
are slightly
plain and
should consider
re introducing a
background
element.

(36) All images

are of good
quality and
including the
camera. All
images were
taken inside a
photography
studio and
therefore had
good lighting
equipment as
well.
(23) Very
minimal level of
mise-en-scene,
no props and a
minimal
variation in
clothing across

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all illustrations.
The lighting is
mostly good
but only some
setting is
displayed
showing little
range.
manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

accurately using
language and
register

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

AS Print

(36) Some good

use of photo
editing,
including
enhancing,
cropping and re
sizing which is
relevant to the
context.
(35) Some
accurate
language
registers with a
few mistakes.
Mostly the
language fits in
within the
genre however
does
sometimes look
minimal
especially on
the front and
contents page.
(35) Some good
integration of
text and
illustrations
however does
in places not
look
professional
and unclear to
read when text
overlaps the
images.
(26) Some
understanding
of conventions
especially on
the front page.
However
minimal
conventions
shown on the
contents and
the bottom of

Level Descriptors

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showing
awareness of the
need for variety in
fonts and text size

AFL Activity

Print

the double
page spread
(24) There is a
very basic level
of font
variation, some
good text sizes
across the
magazine but
not consistently
shown.

using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

(36) Photoshop
has been used
to crop, edit,
enhance, resize
and blend
photos. Most of
the skills are
shown on the
front cover with
minimal skills
seen on the
contents and
double page
spread.

Summary Comment
The magazine THE VINE is effective and does in some ways fit the magazine genre and
conventions. However the level of understanding is fairly basic and not consistent
throughout the whole magazine. A colour scheme and variation of font should be
considered to improve the professionalism.

AS Print

Level Descriptors

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Task 3 Target setting

Use the feedback from your classmates to set targets to improve your work.
Use the grid below to focus your areas for improvement. Try to be as specific
as possible and where possible create one target for each area of the mark
scheme. Remember to be realistic, that means making sure your targets are
achievable and realistic for your ability.
Magazine title: ASY (My Magazine Draft)
Minimal Level
1
10 23 marks

Basic Level 2
2435 marks

framing a shot,
including and
excluding
elements as
appropriate

using a variety of
shot distances as
appropriate

AS Print

Excellence
Level 4
4860 marks

(35) Shot
variation is
quite little with
only medium
and long shots
being used.
Close-ups and
variation in
distance would
make the
magazine more
appropriate.

shooting material
appropriate to the
task set

selecting mise-enscne including

colour, figure,
lighting, objects
and setting

Proficiency
Level 3
3647 marks
(37) Framing
shots has been
effectively done
which looks
professional
and effective.
However more
elements could
be added in to
show variation
in design

(37) Good use

of high quality
camera and
light equipment
which is
reflected in the
illustrations.
(35) Clothing is
within genre
and looks
effective
however; there
is little
variation and
no props in any
illustrations.
The lighting is

Level Descriptors

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good but no
setting is
shown in any
part of the
magazine.
manipulating
photographs as
appropriate to the
context for
presentation,
including cropping
and resizing

(36) I think that

the
photographs
are appropriate
for the context
and are
presented well,
including the
use of cropping,
resizing and
enhancing.
(36) The
language
register is fairly
accurate with a
few mistakes
seen. The genre
is clearly shown
through the
type of
language
adopted.
(40) Text and
illustrations
have been
effectively
integrated
however dont
show a range of
different types
of integrating.

accurately using
language and
register

appropriately
integrating
illustration and
text

showing
understanding of
conventions of
layout and page
design

showing
awareness of the
need for variety in
fonts and text size

AS Print

(35) A
simplistic
convention is
clearly seen
throughout the
magazine
however isnt
explored
enough, more
images should
be used.
(35) Font text
size and range
is used well
however more
could be used
to show a more
effective
magazine

Level Descriptors

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making it more
eye catching.
using ICT
appropriately for
the task set

AS Print

(36) Photoshop
has been used
well to edit,
crop, re size,
enhance and
cut out.
However more
finishing
touches when it
comes to
editing could be
considered and
applied.

Level Descriptors

Level awarded