Cade Hanson
Denver Based Cinematographer & Gaffer with Gear
I believe every frame should tell a story—and I want to help bring yours to life.
I’ve been obsessed with filmmaking since elementary school. What started as iMovies for class turned into weddings, then cross-country gigs, then a career. After working in SoCal, I made my dream a reality: living in the Rockies and shooting meaningful, visually rich projects. I now live in Golden, Colorado, where I run a studio and work as a contract cinematographer and gaffer—with gear ready to roll.
My approach is simple: collaborate early, dial in the emotion and message, and deliver stunning visuals—whether it’s a 30-second spot or a half-hour doc. With a background in both lighting and camera, I bridge creative and technical seamlessly.
If you’ve got an idea, a shoot on the horizon, or just want to connect—let’s talk.
763-337-2294
Cade Hanson
(Keep scrolling down to see my portfolio/gear)
Denver Based Cinematographer & Gaffer with Gear
I believe every frame should tell a story—and I want to help bring yours to life.
I’ve been obsessed with filmmaking since elementary school. What started as iMovies for class turned into weddings, then cross-country gigs, then a career. After working in SoCal, I made my dream a reality: living in the Rockies and shooting meaningful, visually rich projects. I now live in Golden, Colorado, where I run a studio and work as a contract cinematographer and gaffer—with gear ready to roll.
My approach is simple: collaborate early, dial in the emotion and message, and deliver stunning visuals—whether it’s a 30-second spot or a half-hour doc. With a background in both lighting and camera, I bridge creative and technical seamlessly.
If you’ve got an idea, a shoot on the horizon, or just want to connect—let’s talk.
763-337-2294
Portfolio
'Born to Wander' - Osprey - Director of Photography
'Pre-Loved Program Launch' - Fjallraven - Director of Photography
"Focus: Growth" - Archdiocese of Saint Paul - Director of Photography
'Brand Anthem' - Nautilus Solar - Director of Photography
'Gala Video - MALT - Director of Photography
'Escape Normal' - Audi - Gaffer
'Brand Anthem' - UND - Lighting Department
'Society' - Midwest Precious Metals - Director of Photography
'Brand Message' - Roman Home - Director of Photography
Commercial
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Corporate
Running a corporate-focused production company, my main specialty is in corporate production. There's a balance between the ideal frame and keeping the client happy. I love working in professional environments and bring 'boring' business to life on-screen.
Outdoors
Being an accomplished ultramarathoner and outdoor adventurer, I pride myself in reaching outdoor locations that are inaccessible to most crews. Taking photos while freezing on the summiting Mount Kilimanjaro? Check. Filming while belaying on the side of a cliff? Check. Hiking 30 miles overnight for the perfect sunrise shot? Check.
Narrative
Pulling from a background working in Los Angelos, I love working with directors to create the language of a film. Whether that's dramatic, clean, or somewhere in-between. I've worked on a number of TV shows, movies, and short-forms across the US and excited to collaborate.
MY GEAR
Cameras
Sony Cinema FX6
Sony Cinema FX3
Sony FX30
Cameras
Sony Cinema FX6
Sony Cinema FX3
Sony FX30
Audio
Rode NTG3
Sennheiser MKE2 Lavs
Zoom F6 Recorder
Rode PodMic (4x)
Stabalizers
3x Fluid Head Tripods
1x DJI RS3 Pro
1x DJI Ronin M
Lighting
Aputure 600D, 300D, 120D
Amaran F22C, F22X
Amaran 60x (x2), t4c, t2c, b7c (x2)
Aputure MC's (4x)
Modifiers
Aputure 5', 3' 1' Lightdomes
Aputure Lantern
Aputure Pancake, 120 Softboxes
3x Fresnels
1x Spotlight/Gobo
Grip
5x c-stands
2x beefy stands
2x booms
Gels, Diffusion fabrics, stingers, etc
Get In Touch
Location
Studio: Evergreen, Colorado
Primary Residence: Golden, CO
Businesses
Production Company: Blue Echo Digital
Studio: Shoot Social