Hugo Barbier is a French professional skier known for his innovative and creative style in freeskiing, particularly in backcountry and urban skiing. His career is closely linked to the collective and brand The Faction Collective, with whom he has produced numerous video segments and films that have defined his international image. He is a leading figure in Faction's film productions, including the celebrated trilogy "The Faction Collective" and other critically acclaimed projects such as "Zermatt to Verbier". His approach to skiing combines fluidity, technical skill, and a remarkable ability to interpret natural terrain and man-made structures in an unconventional way. Through his performances, he has received several accolades from the ski industry and specialized film festivals, solidifying his reputation as one of the most influential and stylistically recognizable skiers of his generation.