This is the OCR specification (pdf).  Have a look at it carefully; it breaks down exactly what you have to do and how to go about it. 

MEDIA PORTFOLIO:

This piece of coursework is divided into three sections: essay, practical component and evaluation.  The deadline for final submission of all three parts is Tuesday 20 April 2010.

Portfolio Brief (doc)

Portfolio Front Sheet - Marks (doc)

If you still haven't returned the portfolio brief, please print a copy out and return, completed, to me ASAP! 

Introduction to Representation (PPT)

Music Video Introduction (PPT)

Films & Advertising (PPT)

These are the Power Points we have been looking at in class.  It may be updated in the future so check back regularly.

Storyboard Template (PDF)

Part 1: ANALYTICAL ASSIGNMENT (60 out of 120 marks)

As the analysis is worth the most marks I need you to make sure you hit all deadlines and do whatever extra homework is required. 

I will provide a writing frame and you may use this as you wish.  It will not be sufficient to rely on the frame if you are aiming for the very best marks.  You will need to meet my word count target of 1000-1500 words.  Longer or shorter essays will only be accepted if quality is acceptable.

Exam Board Brief (doc)

Read this - it is adapted from the OCR (exam board) and tells us exactly what is required.

Marking of the Assignment (doc)

This is the detailed mark scheme for the assignment.

First Planning Sheet (doc)

Music Video Log Sheet (doc)

Writing Frame: Introduction (doc)

Writing Frame and Examples (doc)

This writing frame provides sufficient guidance to reach a 'B' grade.  Pupils targetting higher grades will need to meet this requirement first and then work on development. 

Why not e-mail me the work you have completed?

Areas to cover (doc)

This Word document details the different areas you may cover in your comparison.

Music Video: Britney Spears vs Lady GaGa (PPT)

Music Video: Britney Spears vs Lady GaGa (doc)

Part 2: PRODUCTION EXERCISE (40 out of 120 marks)

Marking of the Production Exercise (doc)

This is the detailed mark scheme for the production exercise.

Part 3: PLANNING & EVALUATION COMMENTARY (20 out of 120 marks)

Evaluation Guide (doc)

Evaluation Model (doc)

Diary Example  (PPT)

Marking of the Planning & Evaluation Commentary (doc)

This is the detailed mark scheme for the commentary.