Magazine Conventions

Masthead

The masthead is the main title and at the top of the front cover. The masthead is usually the title of the magazine publisher.

Cover Lines

The cover lines are usually down the side of the front cover and tells the audience and readers what the magazine features.

Main Image

The main image is the largest picture on the front cover. The masthead is either behind or in front of the main image, however this depends on the importance and significance of the main image.

Barcode

A machine readable code in the form of numbers and a pattern of parallel lines.

Issue Date

The particular week or month the issue is sold and will be sold throughout.