CONVENTIONS OF CHANNEL4
Channel 4's Mission Statement
'Channel 4 will continue to encourage documentaries with social purpose, personal authorship and an international perspectve'
Channel 4 want to document subjects that aren't as commonly spoken about, they have a mass audience who could make a difference.
Location
Public places such as schools, hospitals and work places
Everyday life, makes it more personal
Hashtag
Documentary can be shared across many platforms via the hashtag
Shown in opening title or at beginning of documentary
Advertising
Appeals to younger generation
Logo
Adds recognition
Top right/left hand corner
Presenter
Can connect with audience
Friendly & confident
Interviews
Informal
Allows personal relationship to be created
Target Audience
16-28 year-olds
Younger generation
Either gender
Voice Over
Highly informative
Someone middle-aged
'Voice Of God'