Chicago Video Production & FAA Certified Drone Cinematography
Chicago/Midwest/Worldwide
Chicago Video Production & FAA Certified Drone Cinematography
Chicago/Midwest/Worldwide
Chicago Drone Services/ FAA Certified Drone Pilot/Dogstar
Dog Star Imaging is Chicago's premier FAA Part 107-certified aerial cinematography company, operated by Emmy Award-winning Director of Photography Doug Clevenger. We provide professional drone video and photography services for film, television, commercial production, real estate, construction, and events throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs — including Naperville, Oak Brook, Schaumburg, and Evanston. Flying the DJI Inspire 2 with Zenmuse X7 gimbal, we capture stunning 6K footage in Apple ProRes and CinemaDNG Raw. Licensed for both day and night operations. Dual and single-operator configurations available. Fully insured.
Our Drone Services in Chicago and surrounding suburbs
Drone Cinematography
Architecture Photography
Architecture Photography
Emmy Award-winning aerial cinematography for commercials, branded content, film, and TV. We fly the DJI Inspire 2 with Zenmuse X7 (6K, Apple ProRes, CinemaDNG Raw) and DJI Mavic 3 Cine. FAA Part 107 certified for day and night operations.
Architecture Photography
Architecture Photography
Architecture Photography
Stunning aerial photography for real estate, architecture, and construction in Chicago and suburbs. We capture buildings, developments, and properties from dramatic angles that ground-level cameras simply cannot achieve. Ideal for listings, marketing materials, and progress documentation.
Tourism and Hospitality
Architecture Photography
Environmental Monitoring
Aerial video and photography for hotels, golf courses, event venues, marinas, and tourist attractions across the Chicago area. Cinematic drone footage that showcases your property from its best angles, driving bookings and visitor interest.
Environmental Monitoring
Environmental Monitoring
Environmental Monitoring
Aerial drone surveys for construction site monitoring, infrastructure inspection, and land assessment. We provide high-resolution video and photo documentation to track progress, identify issues, and support planning — all with FAA-certified pilots.
Film and TV Production
Environmental Monitoring
Film and TV Production
Professional aerial support for feature films, episodic television, commercials, and music videos. Our Emmy Award-winning footage has aired on Animal Planet, Discovery, National Geographic, and major broadcast networks. Dual-operator capability for precise, camera-focused flight control.
Custom Services
Environmental Monitoring
Film and TV Production
Have a unique aerial project in mind? Dog Star Imaging works with clients across industries to design custom drone solutions. Whether it's a specialized flight path, a unique deliverable format, or a project that doesn't fit a standard category — call us at 312.953.0604 to discuss your vision.
Professional Certifications
Frequently Asked Questions-Chicago Video Production & Drone
Please reach us at doug@dougclevenger.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Absolutely! All of our Drone Operators are FAA certified part 107 pilots and are always up to date on credentials.
Yes, every Dogstar Imaging flight is fully insured through our avaiation general liability insurance policy.
Dogstar Imaging offers both single operator and dual operator packages.
Dual operator teams (Inspire series) can be very useful for tracking high speed vehicles or performing cinematic moves where the pilot can focus exclusively on flying and the gimbal operator performs camera moves.
Great question! What separates dogstar Imaging from our competition is that our pilots are all working cinematographers in addition to being drone pilots. Try us once and you will immediately see the difference!
Depending on location, permits or airspace authorization may be required. We handle all flight planning and FAA compliance to ensure safe and legal operation.certified drone pilot.
We offer both. Dog Star Imaging is a full-service Chicago video production company, handling projects from concept through final delivery.
Video production costs in Chicago vary depending on the scope, crew size, equipment, and post-production needs. Projects can range from a few thousand dollars to larger budgets for commercial and multi-day shoots. We provide custom quotes based on your goals.
Absolutely! We work all over the country as well as internationally.
Projects are led by director of photography Doug Clevenger, ensuring a cinematic and professional visual approach.
Contact us through the website to discuss your project. We’ll provide a tailored estimate based on your needs.
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