Task Allocation Week 4

Production Log Week 4

Analysis of an existing public service drama exploring the codes and conventions and use of sound - UNIT 14

When looking at radio 4, I have chosen to analyse the programme Woman's hour which is spilt up to 3 sections: Solitude, Apprentice winner of 2024, personal space, kids and smartphones. I am going to be analysing the 1st section: Solitude. 

Solitude

This part of the radio show is about talking about social media and how it is used to by 5-7 year olds. These problems are discussed by the presenter and the other audiences who voice their concerns about why social media and solitude is a bad thing for the younger generation. The target audience of this portion of the radio show is the parents and young adults to show them what is happening to the newer generation. This is shown at time code 03:22. This shows the presenter speaking to others about how they think children should or shouldn't have mobile phones and social media. This is shown through the way the presenter and guest speakers are speaking in. When looking at the narrative devices that are used in this episode, we can see that they are using backstory and information to back it up. This paints a picture for the audience to understand what is happening in the radio show. 

Evidence

When analysing this section of the radio show we can see that some elements are used. They are:

• Dialogue - Dialogue is used throughout the radio show from the beginning to the end. This is to allow the audience to be informed, educated and entertained about what the radio show is about. For example at 04:26, the presenter is talking to a guest speaker regarding social media. Here we can see how dialogue is used in a radio show. 
• One piece of music - The music is used at the beginning of the radio show at 00:00 to 00:05. This is to introduce the radio show and get the audience entertained about what they are about to listen to. 
• One sound effect - In this section of the radio programme there is not a sound effect. This is because this radio show is a podcast about solitude and how social media is good and bad for the younger generation. 
• Atmospheric sound - In this section of the radio programme there is not atmospheric sound. This is because this radio show is a podcast about solitude and how social media is good and bad for the younger generation. 

All of these sounds are presented in a way that allows the message of the radio show to attract a variety of different audiences. All these sounds work together so that the audience can understand what is happening in the radio show and what the people in the radio show are trying to portray. 

When looking at my radio show, I would like to use all of these sounds to build suspense for the audiences. Moreover, one idea I will be using is using the atmospheric and sound effects as I would like to use them more as they will be able to entertain the audience and ensure that they don't lose interest after a few minutes in my radio show. 

This is for Unit 14.

Rational

I have decided to go for my initial idea number 2. This is because I believe that my radio programme idea has met what the brief has asked me to do. Moreover, the main reason I have decided to go with this idea is that I am able to complete it on time and use my skills from previous years to ensure the success of the radio show. Lastly, another reason why I had decided to go for this initial idea is that I am able to film it in school. This will allow me to film during lesson time and be able to meet deadlines. 

Initial ideas

Initial idea mind map

Task Allocation Week 3

Production Log Week 3

Launch date

The launch date for the programme will be suitable to have it scheduled around Summer as the younger audiences will probably be getting phones as they are at the age where they are about to enter secondary school and will need to communicate with their parents. This is a great time for this audience to explore social media and listen to a programme like mine to inform the audience about the benefits and drawbacks of using platforms online. This makes it relevant to the timings of the launch of the programme as the younger audiences are making a transition to a new school and will need as much information as they can. 

Launching the programme around Summer can be quite effective for both adults and children as they are usually are on holidays. Furthermore the adults will have a deeper understanding of social media and can allow adults who are parents to monitor how their children use social media. The children will be able to gain a better understanding of social media and be able to know the benefits and drawbacks of using it. This will allow them to put prevention methods to ensure the safety of themselves.  

Scheduling and alignment to programme genre

When thinking about the scheduling of my radio programme, I will have to think about where it is most appropriate to allow all audiences; children and adults to listen to them. In this instance, due to the summer time approaching, children and adults decide to upgrade or purchase new mobile phones. This means that I will be able to schedule my radio programme in the summer time and get as much exposure as I possibly can. Lastly, I will launch my radio programme in the early afternoon. This is because it is the time students and adults finish their day of working. 

Furthermore, when looking at how my radio programme is going to align, it is about the students entering the school and sharing their views of social media. This means that it can draw in a variety of different audiences and can lead to a greater chance of the audience listening to the programme. 

Regulatory Bodies: Ofcom - UNIT 14

Ofcom

Ofcom is a regulatory body that covers all programmes from TV to radio. Overall Ofcom is a regulatory body that ensures that every broadcaster is to comply with the code. The broadcasting code have 10 different sections that link together and shows to programme makers who require further advice on this code.

There are 10 different sections to these codes but the ones that I am going to be talking about are:

Section 1: Protecting the under eighteens

When looking into this section, it clearly outlines the rules of scheduling and presenting information in programmes in regard to protecting children under eighteens. This is important to Ofcom because they want to show content above eighteens but will need to do it in a way that will prevent and protect those who are not of age. When looking into detail and seeing how I will have to take this issue to account, I will need to ensure that there is not any content or information that could harm under eighteens.  

Section 2: Harm and offence

When looking into section 2, it shows that the standards need to be high to provide adequate protection for members of the public from harmful material. This is important to Ofcom as they want to protect the audience but show the audience what it can lead to. When looking into my radio programme, I will not be using this section as much. This is because it is a radio programme, not a TV show. 

Section 3: Crime, disorder, hatred and abuse

When looking into this section, it covers materials that is likely to incite crime or disorder. When looking at how it is important to Ofcom, we can see that it is important for them to prohibit the programme from broadcasting this type of materials if there is crime, disorder, hatred and abuse. When looking into my radio programme, we can see that it is not going to occur. However, in my radio show me and the voice actors are going to be talking about this and how it links with social media. This means that I will need to ensure that I follow this section in order for Ofcom to allow me to broadcast my programme. 

Section 4: Religion

This section relates to the respect to the content of religious programmes. This is important for Ofcom as they want to ensure that no audience is offended by any content that disrespects religion. In relating this to my radio programme, it will be unlikely that this will occur, however when planning for my radio programme, I will need to ensure that it will not offend anyone. 

Section 10: Commercial communications on radio

This section relates to the radio broadcast only and is to ensure that the commercial communications is as transparent as possible to ensure that there is a secured consumer protection. This is important for Ofcom as they want to ensure that every consumer is protected. This is going to be important for me to understand as I want every consumer to feel as comfortable as possible when listening to my radio show. 

This is for Unit 14.

Legal and ethical grid

 

Task Allocation Week 2

                        

Production Log Week 2

Running order

Budget

Production schedule

 

Dates and Time	Activities	Personnel	Resources	Equipment
16/04/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone
18/04/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone
22/04/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone
25/04/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone
29/04/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone
30/04/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone
02/05/2024	Voice recording	Yunus, Fajar, Harleen	GarageBand	iMac and microphone