The Editing Podcast
Two professional editors deconstruct the art of film and video editing by interviewing the craftspeople behind today's biggest movies and shows.
This is a masterclass in modern editing disguised as an interview show. The hosts, both successful editors from the creator economy and commercial worlds, talk shop with their peers from blockbuster films and prestige television. They use specific scene breakdowns, complete with on-screen timelines and film clips, to move beyond abstract praise and into the concrete 'how' and 'why' of high-level editing decisions.
“Unlike general film podcasts, it focuses exclusively on the craft of editing, interviewing the specific editor responsible for a single, current film or series. Its use of visual aids like editing timelines and audio waveforms makes it a uniquely practical resource for visual storytellers.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by professional editors Hayden Hillier-Smith and Jordan Orme, The Editing Podcast is a deep dive into the craft of video editing. Hayden is a Streamy Award-winning editor known for his work with top YouTube creators like Logan Paul and MrBeast. Jordan has edited for major artists like Justin Bieber and Post Malone, as well as brands like Nike and Google. Together, they interview the editors behind major Hollywood films and hit TV series to break down how story is shaped in post-production.
Credentials & credits
- Hayden Hillier-Smith: Streamy Award for Best Editing (2020)
- Hayden Hillier-Smith: Editor for Logan Paul, MrBeast, Sam and Colby
- Jordan Orme: Editor for Justin Bieber, Post Malone, Nike, Google
- Jordan Orme: BA in Cinematic Arts, Azusa Pacific University
- Jordan Orme: Creator of 'The Editing Formula' course
- Hayden Hillier-Smith: Creator of 'Edit Like an Artist' course
Other ventures
- Hayden Hillier-Smith's YouTube Channel
- Jordan Orme's YouTube Channel
- Jordan Orme: Edut (creative company for editors)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01‘Severance’ Editor Breaks Down EVERYTHINGAug 27, 2025 · 29 min
- 02How 'Alien' Perfected The Jump ScareJun 25, 2025 · 16 min
- 03How Did ‘The Substance’ Look So GROSS?May 19, 2025 · 25 min
- 04When The Editor Cuts In Another DimensionApr 16, 2025 · 31 min
- 05Why The 'Wicked' Editor Cut Music From The MovieApr 1, 2025 · 40 min
- 06'Dune Part 2' Editor Joe Walker Told Me How He Edited THAT SceneFeb 13, 2025 · 19 min
- 07The Editor That Made Me Fall In Love With an A**holeJan 30, 2025 · 20 min
- 085 Editing Secrets from Master FilmmakersDec 30, 2024 · 38 min
Notable episodes
- 01‘Severance’ Editor Breaks Down EVERYTHING
A deep dive into the show's unique visual language, including the use of different film stocks and the 'triangulation' editing method.
- 02How 'Alien' Perfected The Jump Scare
Provides a formulaic breakdown of horror editing, using waveforms and scene comparisons to explain the mechanics of tension and release.
- 03'Dune Part 2' Editor Joe Walker Told Me How He Edited THAT Scene
Features an Oscar-winning editor deconstructing one of the most iconic sequences from a critically acclaimed blockbuster, showcasing the podcast's access to top-tier talent.
What you'll be asked on this show
Hayden Hillier-Smith typically opens by expressing his personal admiration for the guest's recent project. He grounds the conversation by playing a specific, often complex, scene and then asks a broad opening question about the overall 'editing language' or approach. He probes deeper by describing his own visceral, emotional reaction to a moment and then asking for a technical deconstruction of how it was achieved. His questions consistently link micro-level editing choices—like inserts, sound design, or pacing—to the macro-level goals of character motivation and theme. The interviews are structured as a series of these deep scene analyses rather than a chronological career overview.
This is a video-first podcast hosted primarily by Hayden Hillier-Smith, often joined by co-host Jordan Orme. The format is built around dissecting film clips, with on-screen graphics illustrating technical points. Hayden's interview style is one of enthusiastic admiration, often leaning close into the camera to signal deep engagement with a guest's explanation.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
10 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
craft
4- Q.01
“How would you describe the editing language of this movie?”
A frequent opening question to establish the project's overall editing philosophy.
- Q.02
“What directions or insights did the director give you on this?”
This question explores the crucial collaborative relationship between the director and editor.
- Q.03
“How did you ensure the editing remained unpredictable and consistently threw the audience off?”
This question is often used for horror or thriller films to deconstruct the mechanics of suspense.
- Q.04
“What was the formula you discovered for making [effect] so impactful?”
Asks the guest to deconstruct and articulate the underlying structure of a recurring effect, like a jump scare.
process
3- Q.01
“How did you use [specific technique] to affect the editing language?”
Asks the guest to connect a specific production choice, like film stock, to the overall editorial strategy.
- Q.02
“What small moments did you plant to make a character's choice believable?”
Focuses on the subtle art of building character motivation and audience empathy through editing.
- Q.03
“Was there a scene that started tame before the director pushed for it to become bigger or more intense?”
Explores the iterative process and how an editor escalates the intensity of a scene.
technique
2- Q.01
“Talk me through how you made this specific, complex moment work.”
The host tees up a clip of a standout scene and asks for a beat-by-beat breakdown of its construction.
- Q.02
“How did you use sound design to convey a character's internal state?”
Highlights the critical role of sound in storytelling, especially when dialogue is sparse.
values
1- Q.01
“How did you approach conveying the theme of [theme] without explicitly stating it?”
Used to shift the conversation from pure technique to how editing choices support the film's deeper meaning.
Signature segments
- · Scene Deconstructions
- · Analysis of Film Clips
- · On-Screen Editing Timelines
- · Audio Waveform Analysis
- · Host leaning into the camera for emphasis
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books the credited editors from the most talked-about contemporary films and television shows, such as 'Dune Part 2,' 'Severance,' 'Alien: Romulus,' and 'The Substance.'
- Keith Fraaseon ‘Severance’ Editor Breaks Down EVERYTHING
- Jake Robertson How 'Alien' Perfected The Jump Scare
- Jerome Eltabeton How Did ‘The Substance’ Look So GROSS?
- Marco Costaon When The Editor Cuts In Another Dimension
- Joe Walkeron 'Dune Part 2' Editor Joe Walker Told Me How He Edited THAT Scene
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsors are companies targeting professional and aspiring creators. Common advertisers include stock media libraries (Musicbed), AI-powered pre-production tools (LTX Studio), and remote recording software (Riverside), indicating a professional, creator-focused audience.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of The Editing Podcast?
- The primary hosts are Hayden Hillier-Smith, a Streamy-winning editor for creators like Logan Paul, and Jordan Orme, an editor for artists like Justin Bieber and brands like Nike.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a video podcast where the hosts interview a single editor about their work on a specific, recent film or TV show, using clips and on-screen graphics to deconstruct their techniques.
- Is this podcast for beginners?
- While accessible to cinephiles, the podcast's detailed, technical focus on craft makes it most valuable for intermediate-to-advanced editors and filmmakers.
- Where can I watch The Editing Podcast?
- The podcast is available as a video series on their YouTube channel, "The Editing Podcast".
- Is The Editing Podcast still running?
- Yes, based on the provided episode data, the podcast is actively releasing new episodes on a monthly basis as of mid-2025.
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- [01]About Us - The Editing Podcasttheeditingpodcast.com
- [02]Jordan Orme - Speaker Details: Bild Expo 2025bhphotovideo.com
- [03]Jordan Orme - Filmmakers Academyfilmmakersacademy.com
- [04]What Hayden Hillier-Smith Learned Editing for YouTube's Top Creators - Forbesforbes.com
- [05]How We Got Editing Jobs With Logan Paul and Justin Bieber | The Editing Podcastyoutube.com
- [06]Alumni Feature: Video Editor Jordan Orme '19 - Azusa Pacific Universityapu.edu
- [07]Hayden Hillier-Smith - Edit Like An Artist Coursehayden-hillier-smith.mykajabi.com
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