Director of Photography Chase Smith combines a technical mind with a musician’s soul. A lifelong musician, Chase brings an innate rhythmic sensibility to his cinematography, making him a sought-after collaborator for music documentaries and live performance films.
Since shifting his sole focus to cinematography in 2016, Chase has lensed projects for some of the world’s most prominent artists. His background in music allows him to translate sonic energy into visual language, ensuring that camera movement and lighting align seamlessly with the performance.
Chase is known for his technical versatility, with extensive expertise in Super 35 and large-format digital cinema and specialized camera movement, including Technocrane and the latest remote camera workflows. Beyond the technical, he is valued by directors and producers for his collaborative spirit, calm demeanor, and ability to execute complex creative visions with precision.
Select Artists - Lady Gaga • The Weeknd • Foo Fighters • The Killers • Kacey Musgraves • The Raconteurs • Doja Cat • Post Malone • SZA • Alicia Keys • John Mayer • Lizzo • Camila Cabello • Khalid • Dominic Fike • The Lumineers • RAYE
chasehsmith@gmail.com
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