5 Editing Secrets You'll Be Embarrassed You Didn’t Know

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00:00 I'm Embarrassed
01:05 Number 01
02:34 Number 02
04:48 Number 03
06:40 Number 04
08:01 Number 05
This video provides a detailed overview of five specific editing techniques that have significantly influenced the speaker's approach to video editing. Aimed at video editors transitioning from traditional film and TV editing to web video production, the video covers a range of topics, including advanced editing and storytelling techniques. The speaker shares their personal journey of inviting mentors weekly to learn new editing skills, highlighting the importance of continuous learning in the editing field.
The content is structured to offer insights into pre-emptive editing, the integration of character-driven narratives in action sequences, and the enhancement of vlogs into documentary-style content. Additionally, the video discusses the use of mainstream music in video production, addressing the challenges of licensing and monetization on platforms like KZfaq.
This guide is designed for video editors at various stages of their careers, from those with experience in Hollywood film and TV editing looking to adapt to the dynamics of web video, to emerging editors seeking to refine their skills and storytelling capabilities.
Video Editing, Storytelling Techniques, Film to Web Video Editing, Advanced Editing Skills, Continuous Learning, Pre-emptive Editing, Character-driven Narratives, Documentary-style Vlogs, Music Licensing, Video Production, KZfaq Monetization.

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@HillierSmith 20 күн бұрын

I have an editing class! Sign up here: hayden-hillier-smith.mykajabi.com/edit-like-an-artist

@BloodMaster104 2 ай бұрын

"How much of your creativity are you willing to abandon for more views?" ... woah... I think I need to sit down....

@Narayan 2 ай бұрын

You should upload weekly, and you got big views, you'll make big bucks man. But yeah, we can't forcefully do things, or else it will make it feel like a job when this is post to be a creative job 😂

@DucatiKozak 2 ай бұрын

Actors have balanced this. The ability to complete commercial blockbuster movies AND create and fulfill their artistic needs with artistic films. The expression is: one for them, one for me. Obviously you can't hijack a channel and change their pacing, but you can work on other projects.

@DomYmc 2 ай бұрын

prvo su stuberi komentirali a sada i ti ahahahaha

@CarelessAakash 2 ай бұрын

I don't particularly agree

@paddleandhook 2 ай бұрын

It hit me as well. Ive sorta known it, but hearing it aloud made it sink in.

@lethalexponent6 2 ай бұрын

There's KZfaqrs who put hardly any editing in their videos and blow up faster than someone who puts hundreds of hours into a project (usually because of frequency) But there is so much truth to that line of abandoning creativity

@VegasEducation 2 ай бұрын

KZfaq is about providing value. Some creators can provide value with minimal editing. Some can't. Personally, i have a hard time speaking to the camera. I use editing to hide that. If i didn't suck at talking, i wouldn't have to edit my videos nearly as much. I hide it really well. I get comments all the time about people saying how amazing i am on camera.... its all fake

@arrow2380 2 ай бұрын

@@VegasEducationsome people have natural charm and charisma, some have learnt it for years. That's what keeps the viewers hooked.

@VegasEducation 2 ай бұрын

@arrow2380 i have no natural charm. I can fake it. If that were the only problem, id be in the clear. The real problem for me is that i cant think and talk at the same time. I have to pause and collect my thoughts. Sometimes, mid sentence.

@avid.venture 2 ай бұрын

It hurts man. Seeing crap footage from someone else explode for no reason and have a video you toss some time editing at and it flops.

@moinjogezai 2 ай бұрын

@@VegasEducation Are you speaking of me ? 🤔

@DoctorSwellman 2 ай бұрын

"How much of your creativity are you willing to abandon for more views?". I stopped the video right there to sit and think on that for a bit. That's honestly one of the most impactful questions I've ever heard asked in the creative space

@jdpowell6405 Ай бұрын

Editor's resentment is something i struggle with as well. I recently edited a friend/business partner's documentary short and loved the first complete version ... he came back with a bunch of notes to remove things, chop up segments, etc. and it threw me off. I suddenly didn't care about the project and let my passion for it go. I saw the edit through, but it was a struggle and a half. Personally i really liked your artistic version of the mr beast video. "How much of your creativity are you willing to give up for views?" I am going to staple that to the wall above my editing station. That hits so damn hard.

@nikyabodigital 2 ай бұрын

This channel singlehandedly reignited my love for editing. Now I am working on my sound design feel. This channel makes you appreciate video... Gives you superb perspective and decision making compass while editing.

@gripaimsqueeze 2 ай бұрын

I feel the same. I was pretty burnt out and took a break, but watching these videos reignited my passion for editing, as well as leveling up my skills

@weeklyfascination 2 ай бұрын

It’s my favorite part of the creative process.

@TylerBlanchard 2 ай бұрын

My editing dad 👶

@Gregulations 2 ай бұрын

Yes same for me.

@FrameVoyager 2 ай бұрын

This reminds me a lot of being a musician too. Like how all the great musicians will change up a solo or how they sing song because they get bored of it but general audiences just want that usual version of it. Editing feels the same way, you just get bored of doing the same typical edit and you want to flash something artistic when maybe it doesn't fit the story. It really is about being disciplined to find those right moments in an edit or story to flash that creative side that actually services the story and not your creative needs haha.

@fairTX 2 ай бұрын

10:43 ripped me apart brother. I've had this inner need for other people to appreciate my creative process like I do for so long. Now I know it's never gonna happen, and maybe it shouldn't. Awesome video man.

@mhadimedia 2 ай бұрын

The more you sacrifice creativity for views, the easier it’ll be for AI to take your job

@lazyeight4090 2 ай бұрын

The 5 one just makes me think about movies. Like before I watched video editing stuff I would have never noticed all the artistic aspects of the movies I watch. Now I see almost every way they help tell the story on a first watch.

@wyattdobson 2 ай бұрын

Such great secrets!! Thanks for the shout out Hayden, it means a lot coming from you! 🙏

@AlkuntarGaming 2 ай бұрын

So true! Thanks for your masterclass sage wisdom! In sales, less is more and finding that line of abandoning creativity so King! "How much of your creativity are you willing to abandon for more views?" says it all!

@Jwolfen 17 күн бұрын

I'm one minute in and I found myself leaning in, completely captivated by this video. Good storytelling fascinates me so much.

@Jensen-C 2 ай бұрын

I’m so excited Kelly is finally getting the attention he deserves I’ve been watching him since he was in high school, watching his evolution has been so awesome

@_cosully Ай бұрын

Same here dude!! I've also been watching Kelly since his Waka-fruit snacks merch era in high school. I just recently had the honor of meeting him, Luke, Wyatt, Colt, Ashley, and Amber in Coney Island for the end of his bucket list series. Such a fun group of creative minds!

@persvanstrom 2 ай бұрын

2 out of 5 and still I feel that I don't know anything. As I often feel, but full of joy and inspiration after watching a Hillier Smith video. Thank you for the amazing insights and artsy take on hard facts. Love it. And that last point is really mindboggling.

@JesseNyberg 2 ай бұрын

Amazing breakdown of these tips Hayden! Been watching Kelly's videos lately and the editing is so good but the vlogs still feel so personal and not overly produced.

@TheRealADHDad 2 ай бұрын

You're my favorite to watch when it comes to learning something. And that's what the channel is designed for! Your artsy work is appreciated.

@YourUdderBrudder 2 ай бұрын

Best channel on the art of editing. I look forward to seeing how far you sell out to create the balance between art and viewer grasp. Either way, I'll always be a fan. Awesome commentary

@djshazam_sc 6 күн бұрын

All such beautiful venues. Congrats to you both!

@Teotecuenta 2 ай бұрын

I'm stuck editing a project... came here to get some inspiration... and leaving with answers I didn't even know I needed!!! Thanks man!!!

@OlitheWorld. 2 ай бұрын

I love the way you drink wine to be closer to the audience, it's like we're old buddies going on a journey together to learn editing, and the commentary feels like a character development storyline for yourself too! While I love the editing tips I feel like you're a great teacher/videomaker from all these little things and it keeps me wanting to come back to the next video to learn more. I definitely learnt a lot from your videos so thanks for the amazing content!

@TheSurgeonsRoadie 2 ай бұрын

Such a fan. Thank you for these videos Hiller!

@thegrindpc 2 ай бұрын

Incredible video! I love the storytelling in this one! What a great job leading us as the audience along for the ride! Kept me engaged. I couldn't look away!!!

@LouisLuzuka 2 ай бұрын

It’s pretty cool learning from all these editors and we wouldn’t have the insight snd perspective without you being the one to collect the thoughts of the movies we love ❤

@TheOldBlackCrow 2 ай бұрын

I'm really loving your videos and have been thinking about these issues for a while. As one who decided to do film making when I retire (I'm 57), I've already started my first project and am editing it now. Your videos are so inspiring and practical. Thank you!

@MatthewGonzalez 2 ай бұрын

Love this, amazing video!

@ShulisCut 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely mind-blowing! @HillerSmith your content is literally gold!

@TomfromSES 2 ай бұрын

I love number 5. I'm building an ad video business and this is something I think a lot about. Because at my core I am an artist, but to make a living I sometimes have to sacrifice a part of that in my client work. It's a big dilemma for us video guys, I love that you're talking about it !

@danielborisoff 2 ай бұрын

I sincerely thank you for this video, Hiller! An amazing piece of artwork sharing immensely useful information. Thank you!

@jamgotkicks 2 ай бұрын

This is a banger of a video wow bro, I'm a editor full time doing it at a big sport brand, this has gave me mad inspiration! appreciate you sharing the tips, writing notes.

@Gater1377 2 ай бұрын

Learned so much from this. A simple Thank You isn't enough gratitude. Keep doing what you're doing.

@konphuzeddesi 2 ай бұрын

Usually in your videos I see an amazing editor, an awesome artist, but in this video, I think, I saw a glimpse of your soul. Great work.

@DanialZh 16 күн бұрын

I agree!

@_KiwiDad 2 ай бұрын

I was thinking I hadn't seen your content in ages. Then realised you haven't posted in ages! Glad to see it back.

@TonyBudenz 2 ай бұрын

This is seriously one of the best videos I've watched in years. Informative, inspiring, completely keeping me captivated, and thought-provoking as a filmmaker and editor. (Much more editing these days than actually making films) New subscriber here. Thank you for making this.

@Keyodo 2 ай бұрын

This was one of your best videos man, proud of you and well done 👏 stoked to take this into action

@Gabearne 2 ай бұрын

The question made me so much goosebumps, insane thing i have think of since i started. Insane video!

@Clisare 2 ай бұрын

Music is the bit I find absolutely impossible. I knew it was going to be a Lickd ad as soon as you started but even searching Lickd is overwhelming and I don’t even know where to start. Would love a detailed video on it - your sound scape video changed how I look at editing forever!

@mitch00213 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Hillier, I enjoy your videos for both the knowledge and the artsiness, I appreciate your hard work.

@luismoura3687 2 ай бұрын

this is amazing stuff!! I also, always write down in my notepad in points a summary of what the video will be with transition, montage, etc. ideas where I want them to go, for it to make more sense as a whole piece, and makes the process less overwhelming. I think the last point is a bit that too, choose where to use the crazy motion stuff and where to keep it simple to serve the story. I think that's a mistake lots of youtubers make, its to make an intro all about trying to grab someones attention with effects. the most efficient way to grab someones attention is to ask a question.

@itsmegary3085 20 сағат бұрын

As an editor I totally understand creativity needs to be abandon to get more views. It’s because it’s not our own channel that we’re working for, it’s others people channel and we’re just provide services for what they want. We can still be fully creativity, but for our own channel or video. Also the intention is not seeking for a huge amount of views, but for those that have same art sense and taste as yours

@DataRae-AIEngineer 2 ай бұрын

I'm new to this whole thing but I just learned a ton from this video. Thank you so much for this and everything else you put out.

@KarleyCottrell 6 күн бұрын

I’ve been in a bit of an editing rut and this video sparked inspiration. I’m taking this into my next video.

@Gregulations 2 ай бұрын

Love your stuff man, you inspired me to try making videos for myself. So thank you.

@AK-et8ff Ай бұрын

Always love your videos because they're so impactful and make you think. Recently my style is changing because I found my previous videos a bit boring and not fun to make. I love the creativity and the stick out moments of vlog channels, that connection and presence with the viewer. So i changed my style and now I'm thinking about my "action" sequence of making and eating desserts 😅

@gilShoresh 2 ай бұрын

I just need more of your videos!!!!❤

@DanialZh 16 күн бұрын

Simply the best tips I've ever seen!

@chrisromeromusic 2 ай бұрын

This was great! Appreciate you giving us some insider editing tips! 🙏🏽

@mat-ventures 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Hayden for the tips

@TausifHussain 2 ай бұрын

bro so freaking good. absolutely love this. educational and entertaining. well done sir.

@AttemptedMaker 2 ай бұрын

Really solid advice man, and it feels really genuine. Thanks

@anotherg.8417 2 ай бұрын

Been a video editor for a long time now. I had to learn number 5 point the hard way. You need to set some expectations for your client and for yourself to lessen some disappointments on the comments that you're going to receive. Always give some space on what you want and what the viewers would enjoy the most. Great video! Thanks man keep doing what you're doing.

@TheFunnyCarpenter 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips Hillier

@arjunbharadwaj73 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, I really needed this video.

@K.Y.L.E. 2 ай бұрын

I swear mate, every video you release is golden information syrup. Thank you for blessing us.

@pampazapp4169 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Hillier it's nice to see you spit some info

@pioneeringmedia 2 ай бұрын

This is the best video I’ve watched of yours. Well played 👏

@lilshredda6117 2 ай бұрын

I can't believe I wasn't already subscribed. Absolutely beautiful, insightful, and engaging. Notifications turned on!

@flexaunya 2 ай бұрын

Man this video gave me chills. I was thinking that I knew editing and KZfaq my videos were still shit and I know what’s wrong with them and eventually I’ll get there through trial and error but now I’m like oh the there I’m trying to get my videos to, quality wise, isn’t there yet I need to push myself harder to go beyond what I think is good enough

@ParadiseBiker 2 ай бұрын

Knowledge is power... but this was Pure GOLD👌🏿

@MysteryRS 2 ай бұрын

Absolute editing gold!

@TheHappyImbecile 25 күн бұрын

I loved the last point, because... as a newbie... I can say this one I knew as a Club/Wedding Dj. I learned the hard way earlier in my career that this principle applies. I remember going to another dj's set about 20 years ago, (Before all the software we have now) who did his set, in key. To a discerning ear at the time, was completely brilliant, to the mainstream crowd... their reaction was ... meh. Play for your audience. = "who are you making your video for"? LOVE IT!!

@theFrostySurvivor 2 ай бұрын

Enjoyed the concepts, thank you!

@BrotherDave_CATRP Ай бұрын

Wow! This is one of the best Editing videos I've ever watched! Thank you!

@AshGriff1 2 ай бұрын

Thankyou this was very helpful especially the tip about the eye tracing

@inandonthenet 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant As ALWAYS!

@TheArtificialAnalyst 2 ай бұрын

Wow these tips are amazing. Different mindset activated… Especially point 5. Are you making the video for yourself or for the viewer. If the viewer doesn’t care much for creativity in places that it does not expect, it probably shouldn’t be there for that audience. Almost like when PDA’s were a thing, great but only a select group was using it, along came the iPhone and all kinds of people could experience what it was like to have a computer in their pocket without all the complexity(art/creativity). Banger vid!

@alifyz 2 ай бұрын

Gosh, you are so inspiring!

@coatedinacid 2 ай бұрын

Phenomenal. Your videos never miss man

@xiaomaolin. 2 ай бұрын

Dang, you got a brilliant writer for this 12 minute podcast ad. ❤

@AntBandit 2 ай бұрын

Inspiring content as always. Given me lots to think about.

@PattersonsChannel 2 ай бұрын

This was an amazing video and I love it. Very helpful insights.

@treywillis 2 ай бұрын

I def feel the struggle balancing creativity & optimization. Great title btw

@azizbekurinbaev2 2 ай бұрын

thank you so much i learnt so much of you!

@BigBunTV 2 ай бұрын

I've been doing tips n°1 for montage for a while. When i was in art school, I was told it was not the good way of making movies/edit, that you need a classic storyboard, a classic script etc... sure, i'm certain those works, but for an early job it wouldn't be helpfull at all to express my creativity. So i kept doing that secretly and gave them what they wanted (tips n°5) later. I'm happy I stick with it thanks to your vid. Great video, last point is really hard to deal with.

@weeklyfascination 2 ай бұрын

Got to do this in my next video. It also helps if you are both the videographer AND the editor. You can intentionally shoot footage for the montage and it save you time in the end.

@TheThinkersBible 2 ай бұрын

Great philosophy. Very useful guidance.

@Dinmaogueme 2 ай бұрын

Got a notification about this video just as I was about to start editing my video. Now my editing is about to get better!!!

@HillierSmith 2 ай бұрын

Nothing better in procrastinating editing than watching a video in editing to justify to ourselves that we're editing.

@AkaWyx 2 ай бұрын

@@HillierSmithhahahaha saaaaame xd

@kidsonblackops 2 ай бұрын

I'm ready to see your next major project.

@kierlezrah6127 2 ай бұрын

I can relate so much from tip 5 since the people i've been working together since, I realized that they don't seem impressed in my creative way in editing videos. But from then on I realized I need to adjust to what the internet or the poeple the style of video that they wanted to see and it really works for me...

@tommymejiaES 2 ай бұрын

Best video you’ve made so far, thanks :)

@Roddaboss Ай бұрын

Geat video! I needed to hear this! Thank you! 😄

@DonnaDunlap 2 ай бұрын

A very good video! Valuable information! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@trooper-talk 2 ай бұрын

Wow, I'm glad I found that channel. What a creative place!

@VarunSharma-sp4so 2 ай бұрын

Amazing video brother ❤- I like how your music tempo went up and up and up and then boom…. The question and then mellow music

@weeklyfascination 2 ай бұрын

I actually enjoy your videos about editing more than the videos you discuss.

@MrMoviePhoneEx 23 күн бұрын

I’ve been editing commercials for 20 years now and this all basically boils down to - tell the story, and be willing to drop cool shots if they don’t serve that purpose. Know your audience, and understand that compromise is part of the process… That last one is tricky with some clients, especially if they have creative teams backing up their pre-pro :/ too many times, things on paper or in the script make more sense than they do in the lens, and some clients have a really hard time with that even when they’ve got exactly what they asked for.

@JeseeWalker 2 ай бұрын

The last bit is a game changer, really gave me perspective.

@adabuilder6711 2 ай бұрын

That last one hits deep. Real deep. It's like abandoning a piece of yourself to be more successful.

@Bonnie-Lewis-Australia Ай бұрын

Great video and I’ll be trying to use these techniques- sometimes the most simple things are hiding in plain sight

@ernestasnemanis3616 2 ай бұрын

The last bit of the video was just something!!! 🤯

@OldFashionedWays 2 ай бұрын

lots of interesting and deep information. wow. thanks for sharing.

@speedyblaze26 2 ай бұрын

This is so profound Thanks for the breakdown

@musicbysazid 2 ай бұрын

Number 3 blown my mind away

@ian. 2 ай бұрын

You task any other storyteller with the task of making a video that promotes their podcast using clips and they come out with a "Best moments of my podcast *_montage_* " but this Hillier, it's heartfelt, it makes me wanna empathise and rightfully delivers on the title. It's just another confirmation that a bit like Marcus Aurelius you _"Ask yourself at every moment, 'Is this necessary?'_ "

@TheTermsGaming 2 ай бұрын

The fifth statement point really shock and change my perspective.

2 ай бұрын

Ohh maaaan, I opened my Lickd account yesterday! If I had known you had a code I would have used it .Anyway, awesome videos as always. I keep binging.

@DannBerg 2 ай бұрын

This is such a good video about editing. Actually getting into the weeds, rather than staying surface level. Thank you.

@merabakerng Ай бұрын

Mind blowing

@priazol 2 ай бұрын

5:20 it's nice finally seeing Kelly get the appreciation he deserves on your channel :) !

@mskogly 16 күн бұрын

Wakasa probably centers because 9:16. (I do) Loved #5. It is what makes editing a mix of fun and/ horror for me. I know that the little quirks I like must die to get things snappy enough for the target audience, and it is rare that I get to keep the gold, as I see it. But I also know that most viewers won’t be into my 4 minute version, or even 2 minute version, they will bail after 10 seconds unless there is a hook and a progression. Editing (and shooting) for social media anno 2024 is really frickin hard.