Live action videos could be a video resume or pitch video or an interview. Students need to create a captivating perspective and story to grab interest and communicate clearly. It can be on any topic and uses a variety of skills from writing and research to film production.
Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced
Suggested length: 3-6 minutes
Weighting: 20%-30%
Best for
- Digital Resume
- Pitch
- Personal Reflection
- Interview
Sample learning outcomes
- Communicates ideas and connects message to professional goals in a pitch video,
- Investigate and communicate experiences of first-time coop students in a filmed interviews.
Key creative steps
- Topic and brainstorm
- Storyboard/outline your ideas
- Pitch and feedback
- Finding appropriate sound effects/music
- Draft script/talking points
- Practice and feedback
- Revise script
- Learning how to use lighting and filming equipment
- Using iMovie or WeVideo software
- Publishing & Accessibility (AODA)
- Final submission/classroom film fest
- Reflection on the experience
