unEditing
unEditing
Podcast Description
What makes a great editor? Host Michael Lautman talks to audio and video editors to learn about their career journeys, their favourite editing tools, and how they think about their craft.
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The podcast focuses on themes such as the balance between commercial and creative work, the evolving landscape of post-production, and the impact of technology on editing practices. For example, Episode 1 features a discussion on Eric Dubois's transition from assistant editor to freelancer, highlighting the challenges and rewards of independent filmmaking.
What makes a great editor? Host Michael Lautman talks to audio and video editors to learn about their career journeys, their favourite editing tools, and how they think about their craft.
In this episode of unEditing, host Michael Lautman sits down with freelance video editor Lisa Drupsteen to explore the craft of editing and the creative path that brought her into the field.
Lisa shares her journey from film school to collaborating with major YouTube creator DIY Dani, whose channel boasts over 300,000 subscribers and millions of views. She discusses how her background outside of video—particularly her time in comedy at Second City—shaped her sense of timing, pacing, and storytelling.
The conversation dives into:
How Lisa landed her first opportunities in YouTube video editing
Why storytelling and life experience are just as important as technical skills
The realities of editing long-form YouTube content on tight deadlines
Balancing personal creative projects with client work
How editing changes the way you watch films and television
Favorite tools of the trade, from Adobe Premiere Pro to the challenges of color grading
Advice for emerging editors on finding their voice and breaking into the industry
Lisa also reflects on her own creative projects and the importance of recognizing editing as more than just software skills—it’s about helping others tell compelling stories.
If you’re curious about the life of a freelance video editor, the hidden labor behind popular YouTube channels, and the artistry that shapes the media we consume every day, this episode is full of insight and inspiration.
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