Guest Kelly Wakasa, a viral VLOG editor, discusses modernizing VLOGs, increasing tension with music, and implementing style. They also talk about the importance of capturing memories, creating contrast in edits, and the history of VLOGs. Additionally, they share editing techniques, collaboration insights, and the importance of communication in editing.
Kelly and Wyatt prioritize storytelling, relatability, and entertainment, striving to create content that resonates with their audience.
By incorporating elements like silence, fast-paced moments, slow montages, and contrasting music choices, Kelly and Wyatt create unique and visually appealing content.
Deep dives
Passion for Adventure and Authenticity
Kelly and Wyatt have a deep passion for adventure and authenticity in their videos. They aim to capture genuine moments and create memories for themselves and their viewers. Drawing inspiration from various YouTubers, they have developed their own unique style, blending elements of vlogging and documentary filmmaking. They prioritize storytelling, relatability, and entertainment, striving to create content that resonates with their audience. Their commitment to following their creative instincts and staying true to their vision has led to the production of videos that fulfill them and reflect their passion.
Collaborative Editing Process
Kelly and Wyatt have been working together for three years, building a strong partnership and collaborative editing process. They have developed effective communication and understanding, with Wyatt having a keen sense of Kelly's preferences and vision. Kelly provides briefs and outlines to guide the editing process, highlighting specific moments and elements that are important to him. Wyatt pays attention to Kelly's feedback and incorporates it into the editing process, ensuring that their videos align with their shared vision. By leveraging their complementary skills and trusting each other's instincts, they create engaging and visually appealing content.
Creating Unique and Contrasting Content
Kelly and Wyatt strive to create unique and contrasting content by incorporating elements like silence, fast-paced moments, slow montages, and contrasting music choices. They experiment with different editing techniques to evoke specific emotions and engage the audience. With a keen eye for visuals, they focus on capturing authentic and raw moments that differentiate their content from traditional vlogs. By embracing contrast, they create videos that captivate viewers and offer a fresh perspective on storytelling and editing in the digital space.
Upcoming Projects and Future Growth
Kelly and Wyatt are currently working on a road trip movie that explores new territory for their channel. They are investing significant time and effort into creating an hour-long film that showcases their adventurous spirit and storytelling skills. Although they anticipate a slow growth for this long-form video, they believe in its creative potential and are confident that their core audience will appreciate it. While they value growth, they prioritize their passion and enjoyment in creating videos, focusing on the fulfillment of their creative ambitions rather than solely chasing numbers.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Kelly Wakasa Modernizing The VLOG
1:10 - Breaking Down "The Worlds Tallest Man" Video
9:17 - Use Riverside
10:37 - How To Increase Tension With Music
12:45 - How Wyatt Humanized The Worlds Tallest Man
16:51 - Implementing Style In VLOGs
19:10 - Kelly's Favorite Ending To Any Video
20:15 - Make Your Vlogs Official With LICKD
21:37 - The Importance of Capturing A Memory in VLOGs
24:05 - Send Your Editors Briefs To Inform The Edit
26:15 - The Importance Of Creating Contrast In Your Edits
29:07 - How Kelly & Wyatt Met and Started Collaborating
31:05 - How The History Of VLOGs Influenced Kelly
33:23 - What Motivates Kelly & Wyatt To Keep Going
34:00 - Kelly Wakasa Made a FULL LENGTH Movie
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Join us for an exhilarating episode of The Editing Podcast where we unravel the secrets of making viral vlogs with our esteemed guests, YouTube Creator Kelly Wakasa and his talented editor, Wyatt Dobson. Hosted by Hayden Hillier Smith and Jordan Orme, The Editing Podcast takes you on an immersive journey into the world of content creation, exploring the intricacies of editing, storytelling, and the magic that turns ordinary vlogs into viral sensations.
Kelly Wakasa and Wyatt Dobson, the dynamic duo behind some of the most captivating vlogs on YouTube - including the "Worlds Tallest Man" video. Through engaging conversation and insightful anecdotes, they share their creative process, discussing the art of capturing authentic moments and transforming them into compelling narratives. From conceptualization to editing techniques, they reveal the behind-the-scenes magic that has propelled their vlogs to the viral spotlight.
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