How is a visually stunning and entertaining ski video made?

It's ski season again,

Besides perfecting your snow skills and enjoying the powder snow,

Show off your cool skiing poses and enjoy the smooth, exhilarating experience on the slopes.

Shoot it as a video and share it with others,

It's also a major highlight of the ski season.

Every year around this time,

Many beautiful skiing videos will emerge both domestically and internationally.

Regarding filming ski videos,

Generally divided into two types:

One is to take a video just to review and correct your skiing technique;

(If he's handsome, share it!)

One option is to create fun and visually appealing videos—perfect for keeping as personal memories or sharing with others to enjoy.

(It would be great if the views skyrocket!)

But how were those videos recorded?

Today, let's help video beginners get started!

Let's break down several key points for video production.

Let you shoot and create stunning, fun-filled ski videos!

Music

A visually appealing video relies heavily on music that complements it perfectly. In fact, the music can be considered the soul of the entire video—it captures the video’s overall attitude and sets its tone. Given that skiing is an inherently cool and dynamic sport, the soundtrack should ideally feature upbeat, energetic tracks—or at least include clear, rhythmic drum beats. On the other hand, overly lyrical or mellow music should be used sparingly, if at all.

As for which specific music to use, that really depends on the individual. Some friends prefer songs with no vocals—or very few vocals—since this approach ensures the music itself remains the star without overpowering the visuals. If you can’t find a suitable track, you can always turn to music-editing software to isolate and rework parts of a song, effectively minimizing or even removing the vocal elements altogether. Of course, if you have particularly high standards for the music, you might choose to blend multiple tracks together—perfect for those with a bit of a perfectionist streak!

Here are a few song recommendations:

Here are a few recommended music editing software options:

Cool Edit Pro, GoldWave, audio editing software, Nero Wave Editor, and more

Video footage

Here’s a heads-up for friends who love taking selfies—wanting to create fun and engaging videos? Make sure your video content is rich and varied by switching from your usual photo mode to video mode!

Since the recorded footage needs to be rich in content, please shoot as many videos as possible!

It is recommended to gather more of the following materials:

Go skiingScenes from the road and joyful moments captured with friends inside the car—if you’re really unsure what to film, feel free to wave at the camera one by one or even groove along to the music together. (If you’re heading out alone, a quick selfie video works just as well.)

Waiting to skiTime flies so slowly—so why not make the most of it? Whether you're waiting in line, riding the cable car, or taking a break from skiing, this is the perfect moment to capture some fun footage. Since the material you gather tends to be quite diverse, it’s often best to team up with others and film each other (or even ask fellow skiers you don’t know to help out!). Plus, why not grab your friends and groove to the music together? After all, there’s plenty of time to play—not just on the slopes! So go ahead: record as much as possible during those non-skiing moments—because that’s exactly what we call behind-the-scenes fun!

Skiing contentNeedless to say, this is the heart of the video. Whether you’re filming with a helmet camera or holding up a selfie stick for a quick shot—just capture as much footage as possible! Some might wonder: "I’m just a skiing beginner; how can I possibly create those flashy, cool ski videos?" Well, our editor suggests that beginners make the most of action cameras to record themselves gliding down the slopes. First, it helps mask any slightly awkward skiing skills (though if you’re already a pro, feel free to skip this tip!). And second, especially when you’re still new to the sport, using an action camera ensures both your safety—and the safety of others on the mountain.

Meanwhile, no matter how good or bad your skiing skills are, you can always capture the graceful movements of your friends as they ski. And of course, whether they’re skiing well or not, it’s totally fine to include them in the video!

But! No matter who you’re recording, it’s best to avoid filming remotely! (In the video, the subject appears as a tiny dot in the distance, gradually growing larger—until finally becoming an enormous figure zooming past us at breakneck speed…) Why should you avoid it? First, while remote recording may be convenient, it severely lacks visual appeal. Second, if the distance is too great and the recording takes too long, you’ll end up with very little usable footage to work with during editing. If you absolutely have to shoot this way (because let’s face it, some people are just too lazy to get closer), I’d recommend choosing a snow run that isn’t overly long—and make sure to keep the shooting time short!

Eat, drink, and have funIt’s an essential part of any ski trip, especially when heading abroad—experiencing the local culture and savoring regional cuisine are definitely worth sharing. (If you’re just focused on skiing, though, feel free to capture footage of the restaurants and lively party scenes right at the slopes!) You could even document your friends’ everyday lives back at your usual accommodation—but no sneaking shots here! And remember, always ask for permission beforehand!

Other creative ways to play/techniques：

You can use techniques like reverse playback or fast-forward during recording—these methods work really well, too!
If you’re not quite ready to perform a 720° aerial spin with your camera yet, why not let the camera do the flying for a bit? During your ski run, you can try tossing it forward—or even backward or upward. Later, when you slow down the footage, you’ll be treated to some pretty cool visuals. (Of course, this does come with risks, so if you’re worried about your camera, it’s best to skip this stunt altogether.)
Bringing a selfie stick is definitely a must-have. Don’t ever think it’s unnecessary—there was a time when people dismissed it as overkill. But when it comes to shooting videos, it truly proves to be a handy tool. And if you’ve got the means, consider investing in a tripod too—then you’ll never have to worry about not having a friend around to film you anymore!
When it comes to selfies versus photos taken by others: ideally, the two should be equally balanced. Of course, if you can find someone to shoot you throughout your entire experience—and if the resulting photos meet your satisfaction—well, that’d be absolutely perfect! (But definitely avoid taking selfies the whole time, because… let’s just say it might feel a bit lonely.)

In the end, let’s sum it up with one word: Record more! (Did I say that three times already? Enough emphasis, right?)

Editing Techniques

You might not have fully understood why I kept emphasizing this before, but eventually, you’ll thank yourself for recording so many videos during the editing process. Here’s why: the usable footage is simply… too! limited! Especially for beginners, common issues like blurriness, shaky shots, poor focus, and monotonous angles are almost inevitable. In the end, after sifting through all those videos, you might barely manage to piece together enough footage for even a single song. So, if you’re still new to this, remember that having an abundance of content is absolutely essential if you want to create high-quality videos.Since everyone has different video preferences, natural editing styles vary too, resulting in vastly distinct final outcomes. Here, we’re sharing just a few methods and techniques for your reference:

CanIn chronological orderEditing tip: Perfect for snow enthusiasts who’ve been playing for multiple days and have a large amount of footage.
CanSki along the main trail, with other elements woven throughout.Video editing: Perfect for friends whose trips either heavily feature skiing—or are entirely dedicated to it.
CanEdit the footage to match the rhythm of the selected song.: Songs must be selected in advance, and footage can be chosen based on the song being recorded.
Combination of motion and still images: Friends with creative ideas can also enhance the fun and visual appeal of their videos—or whatever else they’d like to convey—by skillfully blending dynamic and static footage in their editing.
When it comes to structure, you might have seen other cool videos where the visual seems completely illogical—but in reality, the editor always follows a clear logic and creative vision. So, first of all…Clearly define the primary and secondary elements in your video editing., and then adjust the footage based on factors like music.
If you want the video to be fun and visually appealing, then you guys in the video need to get hyped too. That’s whyMoving to the rhythm of the musicEssential (or perhaps a chaotic frenzy)—make sure this editing section aligns precisely with the music’s beat (or musical climax).
Sure.Properly pause the music, highlighting the spoken voice or video content.
Each short clip should be no longer than 30 seconds, with a maximum of 1 minute. Ideally, the video should…Made up of fragmented pieces, or edit the long footage into 2–3 shorter clips, interspersed with behind-the-scenes segments (i.e., shots that don’t involve skiing).
The editor believes that the video should ideally have a light-hearted and cheerful tone, as this not only makes it more enjoyable to watch but also effectively conveys a fundamental idea.Skiing is a fun activity.~