Hayden Hillier-Smith

Credit yourself with Stir: https://www.usestir.com/credits On The Editing Podcast we’ve learned how to edit a Ryan trahan vlog, how to edit a Michelle Khare challenge video, and with Zack Arnold, how to edit a Netflix show. But…have you ever wondered how to edit like our host Hayden Hillier-Smith? So today the tables turn – literally.  Instead of being on the host side of the table, Hayden is on the guest side of the table. And on this episode we learn how to edit like Hayden Hillier-Smith

Hayden Hillier-Smith, a renowned video editor known for his work with Logan Paul and others, shares valuable insights on the future of YouTube. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in content creation, urging creators not to mimic larger channels. Hayden discusses the necessity of high-energy video content and effective sound design to keep viewers engaged. He also provides tips on hiring talented editors, focusing on the need for patience and teaching storytelling styles. Lastly, he highlights the shift towards quality over quantity in video production.

I interviewed Hayden Hillier-Smith, who is the unseen force behind Logan Paul and the 5 billion views on his YouTube channel. In the process, he helped redefine what it means to be an editor on YouTube and shares some of his best lessons and stories for creators are editing their own videos or trying to bring on an editor.  Today, Hayden Hillier-Smith co-hosts a podcast with Jordan Orme called The Editing Podcast where he's had guests such as Ryan Trahan and Colin and Samir and he's also edited for MrBeast (including the recent "1,000 Blind People See For The First Time"), Sam & Colby, Alex Wassabi and more. Timestamps: (00:00) Teaser  (00:47) How it started   (01:48) Editing the vlogs  (03:30) Did Logan give direction?  (04:15) Editing with humor  (05:23) Logan's "Style Guide"  (06:56) Breaking records  (09:41) Tough moments  (11:00) Making better, more mature videos  (12:52) Eureka moments  (14:20) Editing with emotion   (15:45) 3 elements of a "good cut"  1 (16:39) Good vs Bad Storytelling (example)  (18:20) "Traditional editing" mistakes  (19:45) How Hayden Makes Money  (23:19) Looking Ahead Follow me on: YouTube TikTok LinkedIn Twitter Instagram