Chad Paetznick

Chad Paetznick is an actor, music teacher, and musician. Chad's training includes Nashville Acting Studio under the direction of Rebecca Lines and Caroline Locorriere, as well as coaching with actor Jesse James Locorriere. Chad recently landed speaking roles on several independent films and has appeared in over ten student university films. Chad gained his initial experience by appearing on over 10 student university films and doing extensive work in background acting. Chad was utilized on the set of Stranger Things 4 Ep. 1 as Max's (Sadie Sink) school bus driver and a Hawkins High School teacher. He was also utilized in ST4 Ep. 7 as a state patrol officer in the Creel house flashback scene, and featured on Stranger Things 3 (Ep. 7, movie patron). Chad was also featured with Issa Rae in the bar scene on "Little, The Movie." Chad can also be seen on Ozark 3 (Ep. 1, Gambler/Piano man), "Undercover Brother 2" (Organization member/Henchman), and Clint Eastwood's "Richard Jewell" (Karaoke Patron). Chad has also worked on set for "Sweet Magnolias" (Teacher) and the "Stargirl" DC series (Teacher) as well as Mel Gibson's 2022 release "Last Looks" (Parent). Chad has toured as a drummer with several artists over the years, including American Idol Finalist Jessica Meuse and has contributed to music education for over 25 years.