- masthead / title size and position
- main splash as CVI - centre of visual interest, often obscuring title
- often close-up
- cover lines - other stories within
- layout - cover lines usually justified to the left or right, space around main splash
- font - usually three colours, one accent colour
- puffs to attract attention - exclusive content, freebies, new!
- bar code, date, price
You then create a test piece (using found images, rather then original images as you would have to do for your actual production).
PREP Develop your production but do not feel under pressure to complete a finished piece.
