Zoe Xandra
Founder and Creative Director
Zoe Xandra (she/her) is the founder of Slow Drift Productions where she showcases her skills in directing, writing, and producing. Zoe, who grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, has a passion for writing and directing psychological thriller and drama films. Her love for film began during her studies at Point Park University where she earned a B.F.A. in Cinema Arts. She produced over 20 short films throughout her college career, including "Green Hat Diner", which was an international festival success. Zoe is highly fascinated by alternate universes, death, time travel, and the afterlife. Zoe will be furthering her education on the entertainment industry with a Master’s of Entertainment Industry Management at Carnegie Mellon University.
Olivia Busby
Creative Director
Olivia Busby is a director, screenwriter, and graduate of Point Park University’s Cinema Arts program. She completed her Bachelor in Fine Arts after having directed over thirteen short films and writing countless others during her time there. She is a Creative Director for Slow Drift Productions and is most excited for the opportunity to co-write and direct films that explore all things psychological with her team. She also believes in elevating the talents of those she believes in, and cannot wait to showcase that through the promotional content created for local businesses by Slow Drift Video. She is most inspired by moments of true connection between actors, Bruce Springsteen, and Antoni from Queer Eye.
Tucker Dutton
Cinematographer and Creative Director
Tucker Dutton is a creative based out of Pittsburgh, PA. Along with being an experienced Director of Photography, Video Editor, and Project Manager, Tucker is an overall jack of all trades. He graduated from Point Park University with a B.F.A. Degree in 2020. During his time there, he shot over 20 short films. Tucker is always searching for new ways to create and collaborate with others. Whether it’s brainstorming different ways to cover a scene or organizing footage for an online music festival, he’s up to the task. Tucker has been making media for as long as he can remember and has no intention of stopping anytime soon.
Nicole Kennedy
Editor
Nicole Kennedy is a film and video editor based out of Pittsburgh, PA. She fell in love with filmmaking when she was in elementary school and her love of the craft has only grown with age. Nicole graduated with a B.F.A from Point Park University in 2020. During her time there, she took as many hands-on classes as possible and edited 20+ short films. Nicole’s passion and talents lie within telling raw, emotional stories through her editing. She is thrilled to be collaborating and working alongside the talented, creative, and passionate team at Slow Drift Productions.
Sarah Yobbi
UPM and Project Manager
Sarah Yobbi is the Unit Production Manager for Slow Drift Productions as well as the Project Manager for Slow Drift Video. She is from Pittsburgh, PA where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Reporting at Point Park University. During her time studying reporting, she wrote over 40 articles including three published pieces. Sarah has worked on multiple sets including Slow Drift Production’s own Green Hat Diner. She is passionate about working with her team and creating incredibly unique projects through the Slow Drifts lense.
Leia Devin
Production Team
Leia Devin is a Pittsburgh-based filmmaker with a B.F.A from Point Park University. From age six on, she has been determined to make an ever-lasting imprint on the film industry. Leia strives to create art that provokes her audience, mainly in the horror and drama genres. She has been a part of over forty short and feature films in her five years of experience. Her talents lie in writing and directing, each project uncovering the minute yet vast moments in the human experience filtered through a grisly lens. With Slow Drift Productions Leia acts as a producer and first assistant director, collaborating with the rest of the team to create thrilling content.
Ryan Peters
Production Team and Photographer
Ryan Peters is a writer, cinematographer, and director based out of Pittsburgh, PA. He often works as 1st or 2nd Assistant Camera on small ads and music videos around town. He also often works with stills and motion picture film. He is projected to graduate from Point Park University with a B.F.A. in Cinema production in the spring of 2023. He works as a Production Team member at Slow Drift, doing photography, assistant camera, and grip/electric work.
Jordan Beltz
Production Team
Jordan Beltz is an actor and member of Slow Drift’s Production Team. She is from Pittsburgh, PA where she graduated with a BFA in Acting at Point Park University. There she met the other team members of Slow Drift Productions, and has been collaborating with them on numerous projects since. Jordan’s passion for telling stories resides both in front of and behind the camera. Her perspective as an actor widened when she connected with the art of filmmaking, and discovered many new avenues to make thrilling, adventurous work. She loves stories that dive into realms sci-fi or fantasy, witty comedies, intellectual dramas, and daring adventures.