While I agree with Jim, if really want to do it yourself, the most important thing is to get your ideas down on paper. Put them down in a chronological order, with an introduction explaining exactly what the the point of the video is, then progress the video describing each step until you reach a logical conclusion. Write the complete piece out using double text spacing on the left hand side of each page. On the right hand hand side roughly sketch or describe what you want to see and hear to correspond with the text on the left. Once you have it in this format, you can fine tune various points and you will effectively have a shooting script. When you have done this, you may realise that you need to take Jim's advice and a pro will be able more easily be able to work from your script. If you do opt to produce it yourself, discuss your script with the participants and potential viewers and then adjust if necessary. Doing all this on paper, will point out the method of shooting and hopefully the pitfalls. Above all keep it simple. Good luck.
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