My Use of Media

(Now no longer me)

As a result of my study in media, I have become more aware of the companies behind the messages thrown out, allowing me to investigate the real intent behind them. It is clear that all media messages are manufactured for a certain hidden purpose, usually to make money or attract consumers. I can also now see through certain attempts at persuading me, either to buy a product or watch a show. I have become more aware of how much media is used to sell not only products, but ideas. Even news articles show bias with their phrasing of events, making one source's message vastly different from another's. While I always knew that ads sold products, I have only just begun to see how many ads sell experiences and concepts with them. My media study has allowed me to see through and understand beyond just what is shown to us. Now, I am able to break through the direct messages companies send out through media, and see what is really going on. Of course, I have still a lot to learn, but for now, I will settle for dissecting media messages.