LO2: Conventions

Within the script for SCC radio it is formatted and laid out to follow the codes and conventions of traditional radio scripts. All the dialogue and necessary information for the radio broadcast is set out into a table, contrary to other traditional scripts such as for TV and film. Despite this, the script still follows the conventions of being formatted in the font 'courier' and size 12, whilst also including information such as the timings, content, cast and dialogue. 

The script for the show is formatted in the style of a radio talk show. Subsequently,  the timings for the show are situated to the left column of the table with the a time code being given for when the segment starts and when it finishes.  Also situated in the left column of the table is information on the speaker or segment of the show. For example information on the timing in which the show will start can be seen at the start of the script, alongside the name of the presenter which will voice that segment. To the right of the this is the dialogue, this is defined in its own individual box per speaker. This allows the presenters to clearly see which part they are required to speak, quickly and easily.

Throughout the rest of the script, features such as sound effects and any additional audio/ music are displayed again in there own box. The sound effects to be used are defined by a set of brackets alongside the duration of the sound effect. One example of this can be seen above where at 6:00:46 a ringing bell sound effect is introduced. Similar to that of the scripts seen in other radio shows, sequentially the show is split up with adverts, jingles and a variation of segments.  An example of this within our radio show would be the Lead mill advert followed by the station jungle and news introduction sound effect prior to the news segment.

The music and style of the show is aimed to target students studying at university. This is achieved by the content and music, a large segment within the radio show features listeners experiences and stories from living in uni accommodation and the every day student life, therefore this relatable topic would appeal to the audience base. This is further supported by the use of popular and current music such as the Arctic Monkeys. moreover this would also have a better apeal to the audience as they are a local born band and are synonymous with Sheffield. In addition to this, in order to conform with the style and genre of drive time radio programs like those seen on BBC radio Sheffield, SCC radio features news and sports section. This wide array of segments to the show makes it better appeal to a wider audience as it has something for everyone.