Chad Zellmer Productions

Chad Zellmer Productions Emmy-winning Director of Photography & FAA Part 107 drone pilot based in Denver. states and more than 60 countries.

Broadcast-level video production for corporate, documentary, unscripted, and branded content, delivered with small-crew efficiency and global experience. Chad Zellmer Productions is a Denver-based video production company led by Emmy-winning Director of Photography Chad Zellmer. With over 20 years of experience across corporate, documentary, unscripted, news, and branded productions, Chad delivers

broadcast-level visuals with the efficiency of a small, agile crew. A seven-time Regional Emmy Award winner and FAA Part 107–certified drone pilot, he has produced content in all 50 U.S. From concept through final delivery, Chad Zellmer Productions specializes in cinematic storytelling, reliable execution, and creative problem-solving in fast-moving and complex environments.

12/27/2025

12 years of freelancing! Still learning everyday.

A good evening for some drone shots last night for Big O Tires.
12/11/2025

A good evening for some drone shots last night for Big O Tires.

09/08/2025

Monday morning zen. A few shots I captured of the geysers in Yellowstone a few weeks ago.

I had never thought of a Mars rover as an RV until Extreme RV’s sent me to the Johnson space center a few years ago. I s...
03/13/2025

I had never thought of a Mars rover as an RV until Extreme RV’s sent me to the Johnson space center a few years ago. I still think it’s a stretch.

www.chadzellmerproductions.com
03/09/2025

www.chadzellmerproductions.com

Chad Zellmer - Emmy award winning Director of Photography, Cinematographer, FAA Section 107 licensed drone pilot based in Denver, Colorado. We specialize in Broadcast, News, Corporate and True-Crime.

The pilot looked at me and said “This is where we drive a Beaver like a Jeep” and that’s exactly what we did. An incred...
02/11/2025

The pilot looked at me and said “This is where we drive a Beaver like a Jeep” and that’s exactly what we did. An incredible journey a few years ago up to the Ruth Glacier for living Alaska and Dorsey Pictures.

2 camera interview shoot for NBC universal last week. Please reach out for your next shoot.
02/11/2025

2 camera interview shoot for NBC universal last week. Please reach out for your next shoot.

Throwback to 10 years ago when I worked with Highnoon Entertainment on a Travel Channel production at Oribi Gorge near D...
02/10/2025

Throwback to 10 years ago when I worked with Highnoon Entertainment on a Travel Channel production at Oribi Gorge near Durban and Lions Head in Cape Town, South Africa for the show Extreme Screams.

More Kebler Pass
10/02/2024

More Kebler Pass

Kebler Pass is at its finest right now. Absolutely breathtaking.
10/01/2024

Kebler Pass is at its finest right now. Absolutely breathtaking.

Found this one in the vault.
09/01/2024

Found this one in the vault.

Compilation of shots I've taken from around the world.

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427 Cherokee Street
Denver, CO
80204

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Chad Zellmer is an Award-winning DP/Cinematographer/Drone Pilot/Producer/Editor and Graphics Artists with nearly 20 years experience in the television business. His work has taken him to over 60 countries around the globe and every state in the nation. Clients include, Walmart, Comedy Central, Bravo, Facebook, ABC News, NBC, CBS, CNN Special Projects, FOX Sports, NASCAR, NFL Films, Discovery Channel, History Channel, Nat Geo, HGTV, National Parks Service, Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY, TruTv, Key Bank, Colorado Symphony, Colorado Ballet, Key Bank and many more. Recent shoots include Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe, Haunted Gingerbread Showdown, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and Studio 58 with Von Miller.

Chad brings a keen eye and tireless work ethic to every production. He is a master storyteller and brings his heart to every shoot. He is always looking for creative ways to take your production to the next level. From 1 man band news coverage to 8 camera shoots such as Haunted Gingerbread Showdown, he can do it all. He has extensive experience directing talent and hosts, hundreds of hours of handheld operation, extensive experience lighting single and 2 cam interviews, doing live shots, hundreds of hours of Movi and Drone operation and he shoots the best B-roll in the business.

Equipped with a variety of equipment to fit most any productions needs, he is always looking to incorporate the newest and latest technologies in the industry. Equipment includes FS7 MII, C300 MK II, C300, 5D Mk IV, III, II Movi M5, 3 axis Time-lapse Sliders, Multiple drones, Dana Dolly, LED, Florescent and Tungsten Lighting packages, full grip kit and dozens of other toys to take your production up a notch.

Chad is also Section 107 certified for Drone operation and insured with hundreds of hours in the air. He has flown in dozens of countries around the world in tight quarters as well as indoor operation. He is equipped with multiple drones for each unique situation. Some productions require a large drone with a huge sensor, some require a quiet little drone that “can get the shot” just tell him what you need.