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How to create and host a Multi Animator Project (MAP) in Scratch

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AnimationHost_Maya

Posted on July 19, 2025 • Intermediate

🎬 Need help creating a Multi Animator Project

Hello everyone! I’ve been seeing amazing collaborative animations in the featured section and I’m really inspired to create my own Multi Animator Project (MAP). I want to know:

  • How do I set up a MAP for other animators to join?
  • Is it difficult to organize and manage?
  • What are the technical requirements?
  • How do I make it appealing for animators to participate?

I’m excited to bring the community together for a collaborative project! Any guidance would be super helpful! 😊

MC

MAPCoordinator_Sam

Replied 6 hours later • ⭐ Best Answer

Great question @AnimationHost_Maya! Creating a successful MAP is definitely achievable. Here’s a comprehensive guide:

🎭 MAP Creation Workflow

Here’s how to organize a Multi Animator Project:

flowchart TD A[🎵 Choose Song/Theme] --> B[📝 Plan Project Structure] B --> C[⏱️ Split into Time Segments] C --> D[🎨 Create Base Template] D --> E[📋 Set Up Participation Rules] E --> F[🚀 Launch MAP Announcement] F --> G[👥 Recruit Animators] G --> H[📊 Track Participation] H --> I[🔄 Monitor Progress] I --> J{All Parts Done?} J -->|No| K[📢 Send Reminders] K --> I J -->|Yes| L[🎬 Compile Final Video] L --> M[✨ Add Credits & Effects] M --> N[🎉 Release Completed MAP] style A fill:#e1f5fe style D fill:#f3e5f5 style L fill:#e8f5e8 style N fill:#fff3e0

🔧 Step 1: Project Setup

Start by creating the foundation for your MAP:

    when flag clicked
// Set up basic project structure
set [MAP Title v] to [Your MAP Name]
set [Total Parts v] to [20] // Adjust based on song length
set [Current Part v] to [1]
set [Participants v] to [0]

// Create timing system
set [Part Duration v] to [5] // seconds per part
set [Total Duration v] to ((Total Parts) * (Part Duration))

broadcast [setup complete v]

🎵 Step 2: Song and Timing Setup

Organize your audio and create clear segments:

    // Audio management for MAP
when flag clicked
forever
if <(Current Part) = [1]> then
play sound [MAP Song v] until done
end

// Create visual timing guides
repeat (Total Parts)
set [Part Number v] to (Current Part)
say (join [Part ] (join (Part Number) [ - Animate Here!])) for (Part Duration) seconds
change [Current Part v] by [1]
end
end

📋 Step 3: Participant Management System

Create a system to track who’s working on what:

    // Participant tracking system
when flag clicked
create clone of [Participant Tracker v]

when I start as a clone
ask [Enter your username and part number (e.g. Maya-Part5)] and wait
set [Participant Info v] to (answer)
add (Participant Info) to [Participant List v]
change [Participants v] by [1]

// Visual feedback
set [costume v] to [taken v]
go to [front v] layer
say (join [Reserved by ] (Participant Info)) for [3] seconds

🎨 Step 4: Animation Guidelines Template

Provide clear instructions for animators:

    // Animation guidelines display
when [space v] key pressed
switch costume to [guidelines v]
say [MAP Rules:
1. Keep your character on screen
2. Match the beat/rhythm
3. Use smooth transitions
4. No inappropriate content
5. Submit by deadline] for [10] seconds

// Template setup for animators
when flag clicked
set [Animation Style v] to [smooth]
set [Frame Rate v] to [12] // 12 FPS for smooth animation
set [Character Size v] to [100] // Standard size
set [Background Color v] to [white]

⏰ Step 5: Deadline and Progress Tracking

Keep your MAP organized with deadlines:

    // Deadline management
when flag clicked
set [Days Until Deadline v] to [14] // 2 weeks
set [Completed Parts v] to [0]

forever
wait [86400] seconds // 24 hours
change [Days Until Deadline v] by [-1]

if <(Days Until Deadline) = [3]> then
broadcast [deadline reminder v]
end

if <(Days Until Deadline) = [0]> then
broadcast [deadline reached v]
end
end

// Progress visualization
when flag clicked
forever
set [Progress Percentage v] to (((Completed Parts) / (Total Parts)) * [100])
set size to (Progress Percentage) %
if <(Progress Percentage) = [100]> then
broadcast [MAP complete v]
end
end

🎬 Step 6: Final Compilation

Bring all the parts together:

    // Final MAP compilation
when I receive [compile MAP v]
set [Current Segment v] to [1]
start sound [MAP Song v]

repeat (Total Parts)
switch costume to (join [Part-] (Current Segment))
wait (Part Duration) seconds
change [Current Segment v] by [1]
end

// Add credits
switch costume to [credits v]
wait [5] seconds
stop [all v]

💡 Pro Tips for Successful MAPs:

  • Choose Popular Music: Trending songs attract more participants
  • Clear Instructions: Make guidelines easy to understand
  • Active Communication: Respond to questions quickly
  • Flexible Deadlines: Give enough time but keep momentum
  • Quality Control: Review submissions before final compilation
  • Credit Everyone: Always acknowledge all participants

Remember: The key to a successful MAP is community engagement and clear organization! 🌟

AM

AnimationHost_Maya

Replied 3 hours later

@MAPCoordinator_Sam This is incredibly detailed! Thank you so much! 🎉

I love the systematic approach. One question - what’s the best way to handle participants who don’t submit their parts on time? Should I have backup animators ready?

AP

AnimationPro_Jordan

Replied 2 hours later

@AnimationHost_Maya Great question! Here’s my backup strategy that works well:

    // Backup animator system
when flag clicked
set [Backup List v] to []
set [Main List v] to []

// Always recruit 25% more animators than needed
set [Needed Animators v] to [20]
set [Total Recruited v] to [25] // 5 extra as backup

// Automatic backup assignment
when I receive [deadline warning v]
repeat (length of [Main List v])
if <not <(item (counter) of [Submitted Parts v]) = [done]>> then
// Assign backup animator
set [Backup Assigned v] to (item [1] of [Backup List v])
delete [1] of [Backup List v]
say (join [Backup assigned: ] (Backup Assigned)) for [2] seconds
end
end

Also consider having a “community part” where multiple people can contribute small animations that you can use to fill gaps! 🎨

CM

CommunityManager_Alex

Replied 1 hour later

Love seeing new MAP hosts! 🎬 Here are some additional community engagement tips:

  • Create Hype: Post teasers and behind-the-scenes content
  • Host Live Sessions: Work on parts together in real-time
  • Celebrate Milestones: Acknowledge when you hit 25%, 50%, 75% completion
  • Feature Participants: Showcase individual work to motivate others
  • Plan a Premiere: Schedule a community watch party for the final release

The Scratch community loves collaborative projects - you’re going to do great! 🌟

VB

Vibelf_Community

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