Peer comments for pitch

I created a presentation which was a representation of what my project was about, this was to show to an audience what my idea was and for them to give feedback on it and to get any improvements for my project. I included 5 slides which showed everything I had thought about; including the location of my reality TV show. The layout looked like this:

1.The idea has a potential as a media product?
        1      2       3       4        5

2. The correct audience has been selected?
        1      2       3       4        5

3. The research is appropriate?
        1      2       3       4        5

4. The blog is effective and guides us through the learning journey that has taken place?
        1      2       3       4        5

5. Media concepts have been thought about and applied?
        1      2       3       4        5

The audience circled a number between 1-5 on how they thought my presentation was based on my project idea, blog, audience, camera angles, characters and location. Number 1 was the least effective and 5 being the most. Usually my comments and feedback were positive and only a few improvements that could be made. I created a table to show each person's score out of 5 for each question and to show any feedback or improvements they have asked me to make in order to improve my project.

These comments and scores enable to know what others think about my idea and all the elements involved. The improvements that have been given to me will give me an insight to what I could do in order to improve my project and certain areas of it. For example, there were a few comments about my blog which said I needed to update my blog regularly. All the improvements given I will do to ensure I can reach the best of my ability. Some of the improvements I may have to do extra research so that I am able to improve; an example is thinking more about the theories and being able to apply them to my project and any written tasks.

 Idea has potential:
All of the scores were 4 or 5 out of 5, showing a positive view on the idea of my programme. This will enable me to see that there are no issues with the initial idea of the programme I am creating. It also shows that the idea has potential as a proper reality TV programme that's been aired on TV.

Correct audience:
The majority of the audience had agreed with my selected target audience, although there was one individual who scored 3 out of 5 for this question. This could suggest that the target audience selected needs to be thought out more and potentially having a more precise audience than originally thought. As well as this, a peer made a comment on the audience selected and commented that I needed to find the specific target audience.

Research is appropriate:
All scores were 4 or 5 out of 5 suggesting that the audience think the research I have initially done is appropriate. As well as being appropriate, it is also relevant to what I am doing and links in with my reality programme.

Blog is effective:
Judging by most of the scores given the audience believe my blog isn't as effective as it could be. This is an improvement to be made; to continually update my blog with research and relevant information. Furthermore, many comments given were about my blog- including that I need to include more research and that I should update the blog regulary. I will therefore make sure that my blog is more effective in showing the journey of my reality programme, as well as giving the appropriate research.

Media concepts applied:
Most of the audience felt that I had applied media concepts appropriately, although one person scored me a 3 out of 5. Which could suggest I may need to include more concepts with links to them. Other comments from the audience included- think more about theories and include more concepts. This is another improvement to be made to ensure its very effective and appropriate.

By having peers witness my ideas will enable me to see their feedback to make any initial improvements. As well as this, having them score each important aspect of my project will enable me to see what specific areas I need to focus on and to give any improvements on. This will make sure that my blog and my project as a whole are as effective as they can be.

Broadcast Research- Made In Chelsea

Made In Chelsea is another reality programme that I will be analysing as it has some interesting camera angles in, but also it allows me to focus on the 'reality' of the show which my show will feature. Firstly, with the camera angles the camera men use interesting shots throughout the trailer which actually mirror the type of shots shown in the show itself. An example of these camera angles is when the shots were focused on the location; London. The angle purposely frames the location to emphasise the shows name- (Made In) Chelsea, a popular location within London. The location is extremely important because it is what makes the show iconic, and so by focusing on that with the camera angles viewers understand straight away what they are viewing and the importance of this. As well as this, audiences who  regularly watch the show and are fans will recognise the iconic shot of the location in London and will be able to relate with that. Along with the establishing shot of the Thames in London, other shots of signs are iconic and compare with shots such as the London Eye and the Thames.
The shots of the signs, such as Chelsea Embankment are iconic along with famous London attractions, this is because it shows where the characters are and viewers can relate to this because they know the connotations of each place. For example Spencer, one of the main characters on the show usually meets one of his girlfriends or exes by the Thames, and this would usually be for a chat or to break up with them. Viewers know that when they see this particular location that something similar will happen, that they may have seen before. Along with the other codes & conventions there is a variety of shots which include an over the shoulder shot which also features in the actual show on occasions, this is because it shows the setting of the scene, and shows who is involved with the scene. As well as this, almost all the time an establishing shot is used, and is almost always the location of the programme- London. The shot is establishing because it conveys power, and a sense of being superior over other programmes and places.

In this trailer the characters seem to have a sense of humour portrayed about them because the main characters are singing. Even people who didn't watch the show could see from the trailer that the show has some humour to it. By making the characters sing it mirrors the shows content because some of the show is humorous and conveys the unreality of the programme, which this trailer shows. The sounds are usually non-diegetic as dramatic music contrasts with some of the scenes, this can make a scene more interesting to watch. Although, when the characters are talking this sound is diegetic as they are saying it right there and then. The location and miss en scene show that the show is upper class, combined with the portrayal of the characters as 'posh' with their accents, clothing and activities they do.
The miss en scene includes the props this trailer uses, such as when some of the characters are in a luxury bar drinking alcoholic beverages. Two of the characters can be seen holding glasses which seem to be expensive which contain alcohol. This mirrors the characters lifestyle; as luxury and expensive. Combined with this the lighting is usually well lit within the show and trailer, this shows the show as being able to afford a well lit setting, which would therefore show the characters outfits, make-up, drama that happens, emotion on the characters faces and any props used; such as wine glasses and beverages. The lighting actually compliments the characters complexion and makes them look better.
The other miss en scene includes the characters use of make-up, and their clothes. As within the show and trailer the women characters always seem to be wearing a lot of make-up and wearing glamorous clothes, on any occasion. This would show that the characters take pride in their appearance, and there by doing so shows that they have a lot of money, mirroring the show's expectations. As well as this, the trailer only uses the main characters, this could be because it is more appealing to the fans. Combined with the iconic, main characters the trailer shows similar scenes which the actual show has. For example, the trailer has pauses, awkwardness and similar music is used. This is so that fans who regularly watch the show are familiar with the scenes and would know that the show is sticking to its particular, iconic, comedic roots.
The fans would watch the trailer and see the main characters and be instantly engaged, therefore would want to watch the show if the main, iconic characters were featured. The main miss en scene such as the cars and houses shown combine with the rest of the miss en scene and characters and mirrors the type of show it is. The cars are usually Ferraris and Rolls Royces which are known as expensive. The houses, in Chelsea are shown as white and big, luxury and expensive, like the show. The expensive, luxury items combine with the setting and location to portray the show as luxury and upper class.