Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan Session 1
Students will identify their unique strengths and map out a visual plan for their video résumé by brainstorming personal stories and completing a storyboard template.
This lesson lays the foundation for creating compelling video CVs by helping students reflect on their skills and organize ideas into a coherent narrative—essential for confident self-presentation.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Resources
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Video Résumés
10 minutes
Step 2
Group Discussion
10 minutes
Step 3
Personal Strengths Brainstorming
15 minutes
Step 4
Storyboarding Workshop
15 minutes
Step 5
Begin Storyboarding
10 minutes
Worksheet
Worksheet
Reading
Slide Deck
Session 1: Brainstorming & Storyboarding Your Video CV
Learning Objectives
4 Techniques in Video CVs
Group Discussion
Brainstorm: Personal Strengths
How to Use the Storyboard Template
Begin Storyboarding
Next Steps & Homework
Script
Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan Session 2
Students will learn essential filming techniques—framing, lighting, and audio capture—and apply them by shooting two planned storyboard panels for their Video CV.
Strong technical skills in filming ensure that students’ Video CVs look professional and effectively convey their stories, boosting confidence and audience engagement.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Gather and Test Equipment
20 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Filming Best Practices
10 minutes
Step 2
Framing & Composition Workshop
15 minutes
Step 3
Lighting Techniques Demonstration
10 minutes
Step 4
Audio Capture & Microphone Use
10 minutes
Step 5
Shoot Storyboard Panels
15 minutes
Worksheet
Reading
Worksheet
Slide Deck
Session 2: Filming Your Video CV
Smartphone Filming Tips
Framing & Composition Workshop
Audio Capture & Microphone Use
Shoot Your Storyboard Panels
Script
Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan Session 3
Students will learn basic video editing techniques to assemble, enhance, and finalize their Video CVs by creating a rough cut, adding transitions, music, and exporting a polished final product.
Editing turns raw footage into a cohesive narrative that highlights strengths and holds viewers’ attention—essential for professional self-presentation.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Editing Station
20 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Workflow Overview
10 minutes
Step 2
Software Walkthrough & Rough Cut Demo
15 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Rough Cut Editing
15 minutes
Step 4
Adding Transitions, Text & Music
10 minutes
Step 5
Peer Review & Final Export
10 minutes
Reading
Reading
Reading
Rubric
Slide Deck
Session 3: Editing & Polishing Your Video CV
Editing Workflow Overview
Software Walkthrough & Rough Cut Demo
Hands-On Rough Cut Editing
Adding Transitions, Text & Music
Peer Review & Feedback
Exporting Your Final Video
Script
