Video Production in a Cooperative Learning Environment

        Team effort is required in making a video. There a many variables and tasks such as screenwriters, camera operators, costume and set designers, talent (actors), directors, technical directors, and editors. There are roles and responsibilities for everyone.
        As the teacher, your role would be the producer of the video productions. You would be responsible for making sure the video is created on a budget and in a timely manner. You must hire a good crew and ensure that they fit the assigned responsibility. Each student will bring strengths to the production, so preparing and prepping the students is vital.
        The screenwriter will be responsible for writing the script and mocking up the initial visuals for the video in the storyboards. It is important to make sure that the person for this role is creative and responsible. The screenwriter must also be able to consolidate brainstorming ideas from the entire video crew.
        It is best to encourage the outgoing students to tackle the roles of the actors. The energy they exuberate will help put the finishing touches on the production. The more introverted students will typically gravitate towards the behind-the-scenes positions, such as the camera operator. These students should have an artistic eye and be ready to be challenged mentally and physically.
There are other roles, such as the role of director, staff and editor, technical director, costume, make-up, set and props staff. There are plenty of options for all. All the students should be able to find something engaging to do.