Chad Gilchrist

Chad Gilchrist is a professional Director of Photography (DP) and an Adjunct Faculty member in the School of Cinematic Arts at DePaul University. Drawing from his active, credited career in narrative and commercial production, he specializes in teaching Cinematography at his alma mater, DePaul University (B.A.). Chad's courses are designed to not only build technical hardskills but also foster the soft skills—including collaboration, leadership, and on-set communication—critical for success. His teaching philosophy focuses on bridging cinematic theory with the practical demands of a working set, ensuring students are career-ready for the industry. Chad's portfolio of work is available on his professional website and IMDb page.