Youth: Plastic Detective Reporter
This badge activity transforms participants into “Plastic Detective Reporters.” Through storytelling and media-making, they document real-life challenges and solutions related to plastic waste.
It helps youth develop their voice and vision as eco-reporters using mobile video.
- Complete the Plastic Detective Report video (1–3 min).
- Interview someone or show a place that illustrates plastic use or waste.
- Use a storyboard or checklist to guide your filming.
- Reflect: What did you learn? What can you change?
Earn Badge: Plastic Detective Reporter – Youth
Skills: storytelling, critical thinking, environmental awareness.
Užduotys
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Before you start, watch one or more of these videos:
- Step-by-Step Video Guide "How to Make YouTube Videos on Your Phone! (Step by Step)" (by Think Media)
- How to Make a YouTube Short - Complete Beginner Guide By @vidIQ
STEP 1: Planning your message
- Choose a topic (e.g., plastic use at school, litter in a park, a recycling hero).
- Use a simple structure:
- Introduction – Who are you? What’s your report about?
- Investigation – Show the problem or interview someone.
- Solution – What can be done? What did you learn?
- Call to Action – What do you want others to do?
You can use one of these free story board templates to plan your video: https://www.freepik.com/templates/storyboard
STEP 2: Record Footage
Use a phone/tablet with a decent camera.
- Keep your device steady (use a book or a bottle tripod).
- Use natural light and avoid noisy backgrounds.
- Capture short clips (10–20 seconds).
- Use your own voice or add text later.
STEP 3: Edit video
Edit your video:
- Trim clips
- Add titles or subtitles
- Insert music or voice-over (optional)
- Keep it under 3 minutes!
Use one of these free editing tools to edit your video:
- CapCut Web: https://www.capcut.com
- Canva Video: https://www.canva.com/video-editor/
- Adobe Express Video: https://express.adobe.com/
STEP 4: Share your video
- Save the final version in MP4 format
- Share it with your community
- Upload to a safe platform:
- YouTube (Unlisted): only people with the link can view
- Google Drive / OneDrive: send link
- Storyboard
- Description of tools used for recording and software used for editing
- Link to final video
Organizatorius
Digital Youth Work Resource Hub
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