How I Sound Design My Videos

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[@KalleFlodin]

I spend WAY more time on audio/sound design than on filming, but every single comment I get on my channel: "It look SO cinematic!" or "What did you film this is?!" So thank you for bringing this up Danny 😊

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha totally man thank you!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Don’t attempt to taste your pups at home folks!

[@erwickdsouza]

Too late.

[@Sabrinasvids]

That was exact moment I hit the like button

[@courtneymayoshow]

I was like “oh no” but then you did it a bit reluctantly and I was glad it was just a tiny taste 😂

[@DannyGevirtz]

@@Sabrinasvids hahahah

[@DannyGevirtz]

@@CurtisPenne yep!

[@lifewithbakari1413]

Your goal is not to be better than anybody else. It’s to be better than you used to be.

[@_cosully]

FACTS

[@justkayy]

I literally use studio reverb - great hall on literally all my sounds too, way to goo!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha it’s the GOAT effect!

[@Pirots]

Guys be careful with the reverb cause it can mess up the audio mix pretty quickly! I learnt it the hard way mixing music projects. Using this long, wet, high decay reverbs can add a lot of clutter to the mix and ruin the presence of the sounds, pushing them back. It is something that works if you are mixing a vocal track that has to sit on top, and you create space with the reverb, but if you are only using reverberated tracks then you are essentially pushing everything back and loosing a lot of clarity and dynamics. To achieve a richer sound while adding reverb, you could try duplicating the tracks. You can keep one dry to maintain its presence in front of the mix, while using a second one with the reverb to mix in. In this way, you are still maintaining full control over the reverb, as well as having the possibility to process it even further. I hope this was somewhat clear hahahaha

[@mukisaelijah12]

@@Pirots thanks man

[@Pirots]

@@mukisaelijah12 you're welcome! :)

[@GDBOYFilms]

same hahaa

[@threefoldtv]

This reminds me of how different musical artists approach writing a song (which comes first? LYRICS vs. MELODY/Harmony). I was surprised to hear you like to find your background music first! Thanks for sharing, Danny.

[@DannyGevirtz]

For sure thank you!

[@KevinEscobarCo]

Dude, seriously, you are an inspiration and you make me feel like we’ve been friends for decades. I legit want to sit down and have lunch with you one day.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha we have been Kevin! Lol thanks man

[@nathancombong_]

I have to comment because Danny's engagement in this section is unlike any other KZbinr out there. Also, great content as always. Keep inspiring man

[@DannyGevirtz]

Hahah I try man. Thank you!

[@nicholasrichardkraeuter]

bro, just your demeanor in these videos is so helpful. really real and not pretentious. love it.

[@ReimannPembroke]

Sound design is the most overlooked and arguably the most important part of filmmaking. Sound is what really immerses an audience into the world you're creating. There have been tests and studies done that show viewers perceive the same exact film as looking better when there is sound design added to it.

[@DariuszTech]

Just keep watching and keep smiling. Absolutely love the energy. I wish all KZbinr were as real. 👏👏

[@maxgitaarman]

Wow, this request was answered FAST.. You rock man

[@DannyGevirtz]

Hahahah had to!

[@ryangibson1043]

Such a great breakdown .... always brilliant 👏

[@Andamente]

Hey Danny ! You are totally changing my idea and concept of "making a video" and watching you as a freelancer it's the best thing that I watch here on youtube. It's helping me a lot! Thank you! Much love !

[@DannyGevirtz]

Amazing to hear. Thank you!!!

[@AndrewMurphyFilms]

Man that above water/ under top sound design was so basic but so effective!!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man!

[@kishocam]

Man anything you make is stunning danny

[@tadejmagdic2489]

Awesome! Had my latest vlog finished and ready to publish, when I saw this and went back and re-sound-designed the intro sequence by adding ambient sounds. Thanks for the inspiration 🙌

[@BrianYator]

I love the fact that you didn't just tell us that using music is important but went ahead and showed us your exact process.. don't see many cinematography KZbinrs doing that so that's super awesome bro! Thanks for this vid.

[@KBartveterans]

Your videos are addicting. Thanks Danny they are a great help.

[@alphstergarcia9269]

Thank you for always saying that it's simple, it makes me feel comfortable learning it

[@QasimZafar]

Beautiful video Danny and I have to agree sound is so important when it comes to fully being immersed into the experience, love your work man! 👏🏼

[@danielpeters3634]

You the man Danny. Every single video you put out is helping me create. Love you

[@lauritee]

sound design is definitely something i have started to put more effort in. the atmosphere it creates, brings everything else together as well.

[@masonthurman]

was hoping for this vid bc your sound design is always top notch!

[@madebyroots-media3263]

I must say!! I had been always focused on color grading.. but since two weeks I started my journey on learning and investing a lot of time on sound design coz I want to take my videos to another level.. you and other video makers on this platform have helped me to take the decision and to start this journey as a video maker.. and it’s been 2 years since then! I just wanted to say thank you! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@benapadezuokumor5051]

You are such a beautiful soul. Learning so much from you. My confidence on my creativity is literally growing watching this video.

[@mercedesbienz1113]

I just started incorporating sound design into my videos more, and with the little work I've done I have already been seeing some major results. This video helped me understand sound design more, so I can now build on what I've already accomplished, thank you so much!

[@mattsmoltz9117]

I fell in love with this piece, I’ve always wanted to create something like this!! Another AMAZING video!

[@AutoFOCUSED.]

This was such an informative video. LOVE IT!

[@daviddeclan]

I like the video before I start watching, because I know Danny comes with amazing contents. Danny doesn't spend much time on sound design because he's been doing this for a long time. I use Studio Reverb so much. Thank you, Danny

[@samuelrazonable435]

love this man!

[@spotboy108]

Terrific. I've worked with my pro sound designers and it's easy to tell them what I'm looking for but to do it myself is another story altogether. Excellent tips. Thank you!

[@delilahmorgan]

Loved this video. So helpful

[@haryun494]

Thanks for making this, Danny! Super helpful!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Amazing to hear brother thank you!

[@ConceptNewEra]

Sound design is one of my favorite aspects of video creation, definitely just takes my visuals to another level! Excited to hear your thoughts about it all! 💯✔️🔥

[@DannyGevirtz]

It totally does. Thanks!!

[@jamescollins9203]

Nice work Danny!

[@mottiwenger6450]

This was sooo useful!!!!!! Thanks you so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@tajatajatajaaa]

thank you for doing this!! haha its such an undervalued craft for films/videos

[@waltermirkss35]

Was feeling quite down today. Then I watched this and felt better. Thank you Danny.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Hope everything is good dude! Thank you!

[@discoveringdance]

Thank you so much for sharing! This is so helpful! I'm new to sound design and I'm so grateful for resources like this to help me grow! :)

[@Vantorea]

You are such a heartfelt person! So glad I found your videos!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Me too! Thank you!

[@Hopefx_]

Thank you for keep me knowing💪🏾❤️

[@EmilySkeelsMN]

I literally just binge all of your videos when I have time. I genuinely feel like I can handle all of the things as a new videographer after watching your stuff 🖤

[@DannyGevirtz]

So amazing to hear Emily! Thank you!

[@ohcanadacreative4184]

Thank you for this video! I don't think enough channels elaborate on the sound design, it's so important!

[@jeremiahdaniels]

Always important and really makes the vibe and mood hit correctly.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Definitely man!

[@Jasondeheus]

Bruuda great perspective man. I definitely need to spend more time on the sound design get all the feels! Thanks for sharing man.

[@TheFarmDream]

Totally right on this. I need to start implementing this into my video’s.. Weird how I forget about using this for the video’s on KZbin but I do use them for my clients... Thanks for this video.

[@dz903dz]

Thank you for this. I just started following you and I'm loving everything you're creating. You're bomb!

[@danicaleeclauser2885]

studio reverb FOR THE WIN!!

[@youssefhanna]

Loved this one bro, sound design is so crucial in creating a truly immersive experience for the viewer. Keep up the good work!

[@samanthasportraitlife4784]

Thank you so much this is super amazing!!!

[@77jairomorales]

Pure Guinness! Love the in and out water sound thing

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks so much!

[@ionaszaro1912]

As I slowly progress and learn from my previous work I find sound design telling the story even more than the visuals (exaggeration). Great tip Danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha me too man thanks!

[@dylanfeuling1432]

This video was great, Thanks Danny! I love doing sound design in a film, one of my favorite parts to do in the editing room

[@JamieJacobsVideography]

I agree. The sound design is so important for immersing the audience. Another useful video. Thanks Danny! "Under-top of the water".. haha, that made me chuckle.

[@gauravm.]

Wow, another great tutorial! You're the best, Brotha.

[@samuellee9012]

Another amazing upload Danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man!

[@jitokotukvnv5067]

love your work! very inspiring. mad love from the islands of Fiji

[@EmmadMunif]

I had to pause the video halfway through to drop a comment because I couldn't wait. Right of the bat, amazing production quality and content. Usually, it's a pain to sit through learning but you make it fun and enjoyable.

[@davidlongenecker9414]

Sound is something I’ve wanted to master for so long.. it just feels like it’s always low priority. Watching your stuff is inspiring!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man!!

[@SouthpawAutoworks]

Thanks for sharing your insights on sound design. Great content, as always, Danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude!

[@phucmapvlog]

Very good points man

[@allthingscamera]

This was very helpful! Thank you once again Danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks bro!

[@imnickfriend]

This is the 5th or 6th time I’ve posted a video about something and within the week, a channel I subscribe to makes a video in the same thing. Lol great video my guy. You’re my favorite KZbinr these days.

[@IanSnape]

Great work Danny, like the tips on the waves and how you did that part. Great stuff.

[@alexandrevaliquette1941]

Dammmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Danny! I've watch a dozen of your video in a row and it always bring me that contagious smile! You have no idea how I needed it in my life... me either... until I got it in my face! Tears of joy from Montréal

[@JashimJalal]

Hey man!. That water scene is ridiculously good! Sansa is adorable! So polite! Awesome tip and great delivery on this video

[@8dioproductions]

LOVE IT!

[@PilgrimKat]

Ah thank you so much for making this video, these tips are so helpful!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Amazing. Thank you!!

[@theVisualStoryTelling]

Man!!!! Your videos are such an inspiration!!!!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thank you so much!

[@thebasiccanadian1143]

Love it Danny! Thanks man. Some of these little details make huge changes! 🤘🏻❤️🤘🏻

[@DannyGevirtz]

For sure! Thank you!!

[@dylanfeuling1432]

The scene with the hand in the water going “under top”the wave was ⛽️🔥😂

[@colerfulton]

dude these videos are. so great !!! thank you for your amazing content !!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thank you brother!

[@ChrisMustermann]

This video has extremely much value ... knowledge. And not the hundreth spam-video that you find on KZbin! Keep up this great work!

[@noahbeiter]

You are the best man!

[@Arcvde]

Ahhhh man! How did i miss the notification for this video! I never miss a Danny video! Better late than never! Another great video, Danny. Learned a lot

[@WakeUpMatt]

Ice pack coming in clutch!! Love the tips dude. Super helpful!🤙🏼

[@JackKoos]

Great video as always Danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks Jack!

[@JaredSpink]

Man such great insight. Love it.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thank you brother!!

[@kylespencer4037]

Thanks Danny for another really useful video. Love how sound can transform a scene

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks Kyle!

[@TimmySheehyVisuals]

As a sound technician moving into video, this makes me so happy to see 😍

[@DannyGevirtz]

Love to hear that! Thanks!

[@robfj3414]

This is such great timing. I'm just beginning to look at ways to work with sound in my own videos and this was a terrific introduction to some techniques. I'll be looking at this video a few more times! Thanks Danny! On another note... loved the intro with Sansa!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Amazing man! Thank you!

[@danielkeegan7238]

I commented last video asking for some appreciation for the sound 😂 Really beautiful piece and sound definitely pulled it together! Great work Danny

[@MalcolmMcLoughlin]

So good, thank you!

[@dansanger5977]

I appreciate the tips! It's something I'm working on more. I started just cutting the clips to match the song and then export. I never knew the effect sound design had

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man! It’s a huge impact when you spend some time on it

[@filmfoxwell]

Glad you're a fan of the Great British Bake Off! - Great video man, amazing doggo

[@bethanys-herd]

This was so helpful! I'd love to see more tips on sound design. The clips in the water are stunning!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks so much!

[@RobertJones_Ministry]

Watching your content from Papua New Guinea! You’re a great teacher! Great stuff brother! ☺️👊🏾

[@MeiDennison]

I recently just started watching your videos and they are so awesome! I love the vibes here lol

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks so much Mel!

[@lrbmedia]

I needed this video.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Amazing man!!

[@DrewMalarkey]

"Somewhere Not Here" is another great preset in the Surround Reverb effect! Great for smoothing sounds in when they sound that little bit out of place 👍 Great work Danny boy.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Sweet dude I’ll check it!

[@mukisaelijah12]

Thanks so much for the video Danny I'm sure trying sound design in the next project I work on

[@DannyGevirtz]

Awesome man! Thank you!

[@nasergivechi]

Niiice one. Love watching the process. And I definitely learned couple of things from this. Thank you for sharing. 🙏🏼

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man!!

[@derrynik]

This was really helpful bro. Thanks a ton ❤️

[@DannyGevirtz]

Glad to hear it man!! Thanks!

[@supa76]

That shot at 2:13 .. just beautiful!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man!

[@supa76]

@@DannyGevirtz you’re the best... keep doing what you’re doing!!

[@laurenceminter6019]

Super helpful thank you !

[@DennisLeoca]

Love your content mate! Keep up the good work 😀

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks so much!!

[@JoseAlmeida-oy3mq]

Ahhhh, so good, as always

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks brother!

[@Mukwenda]

THE VIDEO WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR...the man of the people!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Hahahaha couldn’t not help my best friends out

[@andreasremy760]

Such an important topic - so easy to underestimate. Going right back to re-editing some of my favourite videos with better sound-design! Also with -10 degrees celcius here in Norway right now I gotta say I envy the ice cubes hidden in your shirt - I can't wait to wear shorts and t-shirts again haha.

[@josephemmons8496]

I was one of those folks that commented on sound design for Blue, specifically that in an out of the water scene. For me, it wasn't so much that the sound design seemed super technical and complicated, but it was just so intentional and natural feeling. It fit so well. I could tell it was thoughtful, and like a lot of things in the world of editing and making videos less can be wayyy more in terms of the impact and experience for the audience. Like all of your work that I have seen, it just felt natural...like it was just a visual extension of who you are. Thanks for sharing Danny.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha totally got ya man! Thanks for commenting on both vids haha