Conventions of a Music Video

Camera Shots 

Music videos tend to include long shots, close ups and mid shots. This is to create emphasis on the artist, locations and emotions. Also, close ups are not only used to show emotions but to reflect the words of the song with the lip sync.

Mise-en-scene   

This refers to the arrangement of performers and props on stage. This puts importance on the representation of something, for example the mood and emotions can be shown through colour and costumes.

Conventions of Indie/Rock:

-black and white

-dark locations

-fast paces

-special effects

Conventions of Hip hop:

-locations include party/clubs

-expensive cars and clothes

-attractive characters

Conventions of Pop:

-bright and colourful

-aimed at teenagers

-upbeat