Alexander Rydén / Filmmaker / Gimbal Operator

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Chasing Shadows: A Skiing Camera Operator Adventure

Join an adventure filmmaker’s journey, capturing world champion skier Kristofer Turdell on Helags, Sweden’s highest peak south of the Arctic Circle. Amid -30°C temperatures and challenging breaking crust conditions, the team persevered. Striking a balance between preparation and adaptability, they successfully filmed the extraordinary skiing sequence, overcoming natural obstacles and pushing the limits of adventure filmmaking.

Alexander Rydén, skiing camera operator, jumping with Alexa mini

Red Bull TV – Behind the scenes

As a skiing camera and gimbal operator, I filmed exhilarating action sequences alongside biker Vincent Tupin for ‘The Old World,’ a groundbreaking European bike movie. This acclaimed film, bridging the gap between mountain biking and BMX, earned three Emmy nominations, showcasing the thrill and skill of these adventure sports.