Monday, 31 January 2011

Institution Profile - Bauer Media Group

The publishing company which I am gong to focus on is Bauer Media Group. Bauer is the largest publishing group in Europe - who are privately owned. Bauer publish across many countries within Europe, and does also publish out in America & Mexico. The company was founded in 1875 by German Johann Bauer, and has grown ever since, as it now produces over 280 magazines in 15 countries. As a result Bauer turns over a staggering €1.8 billion. Bauer publishes many magazines such as Bella, Take a Break, TV Choice, in addition a number of puzzle magazines. However, the main reason why I have chosen Bauer is because they produce Mojo, Kerrang, but mainly Q. Q magazine is the main inspiration for my magazine, along with NME. However, I prefer Q magazine because the style they produce is alot more simplistic compare to NME - which is the main reason why I am choosing Bauer. NME is produce by International Publishing Company. Bauer Media Group also have a 50% share in Box Television, co-owned by Channel 4. Box Television produce various TV music channels such as; Q TV, 4Music, Kerrang TV, The Box, and Smash Hits TV. In addition Bauer also owns various radio stations through Bauer Radio. This company owns stations such as Magic, Kiss, Kerrang, Heart & Q etc.

1 comment:

  1. some really good work here. your main task now is to make sure that the drafts are completed by the deadline.
    make sure you post some shots of you working and some posts that show the development of the work from start to finish.
    also add any extra elements that link to inspiration e.g.; images, colours, layouts etc.

    the main problem with your blog and magazine is that they lack vibrancy and colour. they are a bit dull. that could be something you acknowledge and make the lack of colour a stylistic choice or you deal with and try to change.

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