The Video Editing Podcast

Which software should you learn before you enter the world of professional video editing? That’s the question we’re going to be seeking the answer to in this episode of The Video Editing Podcast from Unsplice.   Each NLE (Non-Linear Video Editor) has its pros and cons, and so you’ll find different pockets of the industry prefer different software. In this episode you’ll learn what software is used...

If you’re still early in your video editing career and haven’t built up a network of clients, it can be difficult to find work. So, where are the main places you can find video editing work as a freelancer when you’re starting out? In this episode you can learn 8 routes to finding work. It’s more effective if you concentrate on one route at a time. Once you’ve figured out where you are going to lo...

How can you create a first impression that lasts when you show a potential client your work? Well, you need to make sure that everything the client comes across looks amazing and feels memorable. Listen in to find out how to do that.   Any client is going to take one look at your portfolio and see if you are a good fit for what they want based on what you have on display. You get back what you put...

Unsplice Pro is your personal video editing mentor and supporting community combined Unsplice celebrates video editing in all its forms, from documentaries to fashion films and everything in between. Unsplice Pro is a place for video editors to become better artists, and a place to bring the community together to celebrate our art form and share experiences and work. Loneliness. Isolation. Lack of...

Is it better to go freelance or full-time as a video editor? We talk about the pros and cons of each. Plus a HUGE announcement!   If you’re reading this then there’s a good chance you’re either a full-time video editor looking to take the leap to freelance, or you’re looking to start a career in video editing but you can’t decide whether to start as a freelancer or take a full-time job.   In this...

Ever wondered what it takes to actually make a living from creating YouTube videos? It turns out monetization isn’t the cash cow you might believe, and diversification is the key. Justin Odisho tells us how he made his way to 1 million subscribers and his tactics for earning money from a YouTube following.   If you’ve ever searched YouTube for a video editing tutorial, then you will have come acro...

What sort of effects does a multi award winning commercial video editor use? In part 2 of his interview on The Video Editing Podcast from Unsplice, David Gesslbauer recommends what effects and transitions he uses and when. You’ll hear some tips and advice on the use of effects in high end commercials for brands like Porsche.   This is part 2 of the conversation, where you can hear about the use of...

In this episode of The Video Editing Podcast from Unsplice, we are joined by multi award winning commercial video editor, David Gesslbauer. You’ll hear the career path he took to becoming one of Berlin’s most sought-after agency-represented commercial editors.   This is a fun episode; David is a funny guy. This is part 1 of the conversation, all about his journey to where he is now. In part 2 comi...

It can be pretty tough to make the transition from Assistant Editor to Editor. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach because there are so many variables including your location, your experience, and your career goal. Today’s episode of The Video Editing Podcast from Unsplice, touches on some tactics that you can use to network and find the break you need. In the episode you’ll hear a kind of coach...

Have you been considering moving to a major city to further your video editing career? In this episode you’ll hear some of the lessons Shiny learned from his move to London early in his career, which may help you decide if the move is right for you. You’ll hear about the pros and cons of pursuing a video editing career inside and outside a major media hub, and what is possible in 2022 when working...

When you have no network, it’s difficult to find your first editing gig. One way to get your foot in the door, learn on the job and build a network whilst getting paid is to take an Assistant Editor role.   I’m very excited to welcome our very first guest onto The Video Editing Podcast. We’re speaking with Josiah Ward who is an Assistant Editor at Future Studios in London. He’s going to tell us wh...

If you are just starting out on your video editing journey, then the first 1-2 years will be the hardest. You need to find a way to get your foot in the door and impress the right people. This week’s episode of The Video Editing Podcast gives you practical steps to take to get your first video editing job, and how you can grow your career. If you’d like to know more about Technical Workflow then c...

Welcome to The Video Editing Podcast from Unsplice, where we chat about how you can become a better video editor so that you can work with your dream clients as soon as possible. Because this is the first episode of the podcast it seemed appropriate that we get to know each other a bit better, so I'm sharing with you what I learned at each point in my 15 year journey to becoming a successful v...