Chase was born and raised in South Louisiana and began his video career at age 14. In 2007 he started a production company where he learned all facets of production. In 2016 he shifted focus solely to cinematography. He has played music most of his life and that has lead to a passion for music documentaries and music performance videos. Chase looks for close collaboration with each director to bring the project to fruition. As well as having a detailed and technical mind, Chase is a gifted communicator. He’s admired for his depth, kindness and maturity.
He works to serve the project, not his reel. Also, wears a lot of hats, like, real hats.
Artists & Clients:
The Weeknd, The Raconteurs, Camila Cabello, The Lumineers, Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Norah Jones, Khalid, The Chainsmokers, LAUV, John Mayer, SZA, 21 Savage, Luke Combs, Megan The Stallion, Kayne Brown, Run the Jewels.
Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Vevo, Electric Lady Studios, Pandora, Third Man Records x Paul McCartney, Amazon Fresh, Musicbed, Billboard, Snapchat.
Has extensive knowledge working with digital cinema cameras, technocrane, steadicam, towercam and remote dollys. He also prides himself on his handheld work.
CHASEHSMITH@GMAIL.COM
225-324-1884
LOCAL 600