The Man Who Made MrBeast Cinematic

Feb 8, 2024

Discover the rise of Dan Mace and his collaboration with MrBeast. Explore the creative process behind their groundbreaking videos and the techniques used to capture the audience's attention. Learn about the balance between artistic expression and audience appeal. Explore the power of soundtracks and Skillshare for creative growth. Understand the importance of urgency in storytelling and how editing techniques can engage the audience. Dive into the obsession with digital identity and validation on social media. Explore the significance of iconic elements and consistency in YouTube videos.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Creating Cinematic Videos for a Philanthropic Channel

01:59 • 6min

Using the Right Soundtrack and Skillshare for Creative Growth

07:52 • 3min

Finding Urgency in Storytelling: The Orphanage

10:36 • 13min

The Obsession with Digital Identity and Validation

23:07 • 2min

The Importance of Iconic Elements and Consistency

25:29 • 8min

#mrbeast #beastphilanthropy #editing The First 500 To Use This Link Will Get A 1 Month Free Trial of SkillShare: https://skl.sh/theeditingpodcast02241 0:00 - The Rise of Dan Mace 2:29 - Animation Can Elevate Exposition 4:45 - How Dan Scores and Sound Mixes LIVE 9:24 - Use SkillShare 10:35 - Leading With Story NOT Jimmy 13:37 - Balancing Dan & Jimmy's Narration 19:13 - The Work of Being MrBeast's CCO 21:26 - Working with Casey Neistat 27:50 - How Working in Film Changed Dan's Perspective 32:23 - The Creative Freedom Between Dan & Jimmy Hosts: @HillierSmith @JordanOrme Editor: Peter Apple Executive Producer: Vishnu Vallabhaneni Thumbnail: @learnthumbnails Additional music thanks to AllttA Optimum by AllttA: https://open.spotify.com/track/3cKill... Welcome to another captivating episode of The Editing Podcast, where hosts Hayden Hillier Smith and Jordan Orme delve deep into the world of video editing and storytelling. In this special installment, they sit down with the mastermind behind MrBeast Philanthropy, none other than the remarkable Chief Creative Officer, Dan Mace. Join us as Dan takes us on a journey through the genesis of his collaboration with MrBeast, recounting the pivotal moment when he crafted his very first video for the channel. Dan shares insights into the creative process behind this groundbreaking video, shedding light on the techniques and storytelling elements that caught the attention of MrBeast himself, propelling Dan into a leadership role within the channel. Throughout the episode, listeners are treated to a fascinating exploration of Dan's unique cinematic style and how he is harnessing it to amplify the impact and reach of MrBeast's philanthropic endeavors. From intricate editing techniques to larger-than-life storytelling, Dan offers invaluable wisdom and inspiration for aspiring creators and editors alike. So, grab your headphones and prepare to be inspired as The Editing Podcast dives deep into the world of video editing with the visionary Dan Mace. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain exclusive insights into the creative process behind one of YouTube's most influential channels.