Client

Sprungschanze Gibswil is a premier ski jumping facility located in the Zürcher Oberland region of Switzerland. The complex features three ski jumping hills: the Panoramaschanzen HS15m and HS25m, and the Bachtelblick-Schanze HS67m, which was constructed in 2006. These hills are designed to accommodate athletes of various skill levels, from beginners to elite competitors. The facility operates year-round, utilizing plastic mats during the summer months and snow during the winter, allowing for continuous training and events. In addition to hosting national competitions, Sprungschanze Gibswil serves as a training ground for aspiring ski jumpers, offering programs and events that promote the sport's growth and development.

Type

Promo

Timeline

August 2024

Place

Gibswil, Switzerland

Project Breakdown

Client Appeal

This video serves as a dynamic promotional tool that immerses viewers in the thrilling experience of summer ski jumping. Using cutting-edge drone footage, the video captures the excitement and intensity of the sport, giving viewers a firsthand perspective as if they were about to take the jump themselves. The aerial shots highlight the impressive scale of the jumps and the surrounding landscape, showcasing the precision and skill required for ski jumping. This video can be used to promote ski jumping events, training facilities, or the sport itself, offering a visually compelling and engaging view that inspires both athletes and spectators alike.

Project

"HIGH FLYING: THE THRILL OF SKI JUMPING (SUMMER)" is a promotional video that highlights ski jumping during the summer months. Using dynamic drone footage, the video immerses viewers in the excitement of ski jumping, giving them a firsthand look at the thrilling experience as if they were about to take the leap themselves.

The aerial shots capture the scale and height of the jump, showcasing the stunning landscape and the precision required for the sport.

Client Comment

Immerse viewers in the ski jumping experience, simulating the feeling of taking the jump firsthand.

Capture the excitement and intensity of ski jumping, giving viewers a sense of the thrill through dynamic drone footage.
There were no specific guidelines for storyboarding or video creation, allowing ALATE full creative freedom to craft the video independently.
Challenge: Facing the sun when filming on the side of the ski jump, which created difficult lighting conditions.

Solution: Adjusted the camera’s light settings in real time to manage exposure and applied additional color correction in post-production to ensure the footage remained clear and visually balanced despite the challenging lighting.
Opening shots feature the ski jump hill from different angles and wide views, giving viewers a sense of the scale and setting.

The drone then flies up to the top of the jump, building anticipation and providing a detailed view of the structure.

The video transitions into a POV ski jump, allowing the viewer to experience the thrill of the jump firsthand, simulating the sensation of taking the leap.
Song: Lux-Inspira - Freedom

Genre: Cinematic, Pop

Mood: Expansive, Inspiring, Energetic

The expansive and inspiring tone of the song complements the grand scale of the ski jump, reflecting the thrilling experience of taking the leap.

The cinematic elements of the track enhance the visual storytelling, adding a sense of adventure and freedom as the drone soars over the jump and landscape.

The uplifting energy of the music aligns with the intensity and excitement of ski jumping, keeping viewers engaged throughout the experience.

The song’s dynamic pace matches the transitions from wide shots to the POV jump, amplifying the anticipation and excitement as viewers are immersed in the action.

As the drone flies down the ski jump in a POV style, the sound of a skier driving down is added, increasing realism and drawing viewers further into the sensation of taking the jump.