Conventions of Music Videos...

• Establishing shot to set the mood or scene for the video, EG narrative or genre
• Mise en scene establishing where it is set / mood for the video
• Editing usually follows the tempo or beat of the song
• Certain props an usually resemble lyrics
• Narrative starts to unravel, story as well as a performance
• 'Acting' reflects the lyrics
• Montage editing
• Camera shot can reflect the genre
• Close ups of the artist or band