“From white water rafting through deep canyons to sharing the stage with major musicians.”
My Reels
The Best of The Best…but we’re just warming up.
A collection of my best work in one action-packed video. From fly fishing film festival selections to island hopping in Croatia and Super Bowl parties in Miami this video shows my range: Raw-emotional storytelling to visually dope experiences.
Part 107 licensed, I’ve been able to capture amazing landscapes with my drone. For me, storytelling and flying my drone are two of my favorite pieces of the puzzle when it comes to my creative entrepreneurship.
Adventure & Lifestyle
I love to marry adventure and filming. Two things that on their own are full of surprises and Type 2 Fun (AKA Tough Fun), but when paired together make for unforgettable experiences.
1st Cam Op Justin Bilancieri | 2nd Cam Op/Drone Op Josh Berendes | Produced by Matador Network |
Four 12-14 hour days of driving, filming, and editing. I filmed a luxury resort in Avon, hikers, teenagers ripping on mountain bikes, and climbed North America’s highest Via Ferrata with a camera bag full of gear. I definitely earned some post-wrap beers on this one!
1st Cam Op Brian Lewis | 2nd Cam Op Josh Berendes | Produced by Matador Network
I headed to the western slopes of Colorado to film photographer Kate Hoss and her family living out of a Winnebago. Shot for Matador Network.
DP | Drone Operator | Editor | Written by Rachel Popp | Produced by Big Fish Collective
From June 2021 to December 2021 I made 40 videos for Dave & Matt Vans. Check out the highlights of the year.
Cam Op | Drone Pilot | Editor
OneSeed Expeditions sent me on their multi sport island hopping adventure in Croatia. We kayaked, hiked, and biked while I chased a whole lot of sunrises and sunsets.
DP | Director | Drone Op | Produced by Visit Aurora
I worked alongside MMGY Global and Visit Aurora to create this video that serves as the anthem video for the rebrand of Aurora’s official destination marketing organization.
DP | Drone Pilot | Editor
I spent a wild day following cyclists Ben Dalaney, Kristen & Nick Legan as they scouted the course for Roll Massif’s Wild Horse Gravel Sportiv. We even did some interviews hanging out the back of the truck as they raced across the wild terrain.
Documentaries
Deep human connection is the result of a meaningful life. It’s these types of projects I walk away from with a greater understanding of life and myself.
Cam Op | Drone Op | Produced by Ben Bortner
Project Rainbow was one of ten films to make the 2020 Fly Fishing Film Tour. This documentary covers the conservation efforts to restore a 99% decrease of rainbow trout in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Gorge.
DP | Drone Op | Produced by Big Fish Collective
Hillary Allen is a North Face-sponsored trail runner, gravel cyclist, running coach, scientist, and author. After facing a near-death experience Hillary has overcome all odds to continue her life of competing and exploring.
DP | Editor | Writer | Director | Drone Op
This is a story about farming and family traditions in America’s Heartland. I followed a handful of farmers around for a couple weeks documenting them as they told stories of life on the farm.
Cam Op | Drone Op | Produced by Ben Bortner
One of ten films to make the 2020 International Fly Fishing Film Festival I went to Alaska to film anglers hoping for a catch of a lifetime: hooking the biggest wild trout in the world.
Director | DP | Drone Pilot | 2nd Cam Whit Haynes
Dancing In A Mad World is an artistic approach documenting the empty streets of Denver during the stay-at-home policy during the Covid-19 pandemic. It's beauty in a mad world.
DP | Drone Op | Editor
A family legacy that has been going 100 years strong. This is a story of a grandfather, father, and grandson as they continue their farming tradition that has been passed from generation to generation.
Music & Entertainment
Fast-paced environments, high pressure, and oftentimes overnight edits. The energy from these types of events is inspiring to be around.
Cam Op | Editor
Branded Entertainment Network hired me to work with EA Sports covering their party at American Airlines Arena in Miami for Super Bowl LIV.
Drone Op
This is a montage of my best drone shots at Red Rocks. This video includes footage from Reggae on the Rocks, Porter Robinson, Quin XCII, Wavedash, and Rebelution.
Cam Op | Editor
TDE management hired me to film Reason at Red Rocks. I had the edit done by 9 AM the next morning. Definitely fueled by whiskey and coffee.
Drone Operator
Mutual Friends management hired me to fly the drone for their big show with Quinn XCII, Chelsea Cutler, and others. This documentary shares a behind-the-scenes look into the story, prep, and execution of this night.
Cam Op | Editor
The best of the best! A highlight over the many shows I’ve done over the years. From Super Bowl parties to flying the drone at Red Rocks check out this action packed reel.
Cam Op | Editor
Electronic Arts, the video game company behind EA Sports, Sims, & Apex Legends, hired me for their big event of the year called EA Play. I followed influencers and gamers around as they played games and interacted with fans.
Call Me Brende
I’m Josh Berendes (Brende for short), a filmmaker, drone operator, and creative entrepreneur based in Denver, CO.
My mission is to inspire, entertain, and connect with viewers while showing people my perspective of the world.
My camera has taken me from Red Rocks shows and Super Bowl parties to deep canyons and high mountain peaks.
I’ve also been fortunate to work with brands like EA Sports, NFL, The Matador Network, and TDE.
My work ranges from raw emotional storytelling pieces on people and places to exciting visually dope bite-sized content.
I’d love the chance to bring your video ideas to life—let’s connect below.
