A method of recording a media stream with interactive elements provides a process that enhances the capture of a media stream with overlaid media elements. The method utilizes a user viewable screen to displaying the interactive media elements on top of a media stream. The interactive media elements are able to receive user inputs that control or modify information displayed and recorded with the media stream. The interactive media elements are provided as controlling elements and recorded elements. Both elements can control the information displayed as part of the captured media stream. The method is well suited for implementation with touch screen devices as well as devices with limited input means.