Zoe Swanson Cinematography
My Background
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Zoe Swanson is a skilled cinematographer and editor with a passion for storytelling through visual media. With expertise in camera operation, lighting design, and post-production, she creates compelling content that captivates audiences. As a Video Editor at Microsoft, she crafts engaging educational videos, utilizing industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve. Her background in stage production has honed her technical abilities, while her experience in award-winning film projects showcases her leadership and creative vision. As the founder of Swan Studios, LLC, Zoe embraces her entrepreneurial spirit, taking on freelance projects that blend creativity and professionalism. Whether behind the camera or refining a narrative in post-production, she brings dedication, problem-solving skills, and a keen artistic eye to every project she undertakes.
Production Experience
Directed by Luke Dye
"Wine Night"
My Role: Director of Photography
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Filmed April 26th, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. Still in the post-production stage.
Directed by Rachel Taggart
"The Stranger"
My Role: Production Assistant.
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Filmed March 1st and 2nd, 2025, in Seattle, Washington.
Production Company: Packed House Pictures
Matthew Jay Drag Show
My Role: Camera Operator.
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Filmed December 8th, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Tamara Perez De Jesus
"Undead"
My Role: 1st Assistant Camera.
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Filmed November 11th to 3rd, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Zoe Swanson and Luke Dye
"Killing Pink"
My Role: Co-Director and Director of Photography.
Shown in the Tampa Bay Senior Showcase.​
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Filmed October 18th to 20th, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Camden Smith
"Fighting Fantasy"
My Role: Director of Photography.
Shown in the Gasparilla International Film Festival and the Tampa Bay Black Box Film Festival.​
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Filmed October 4th to 22nd, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Charlee Von Poppel
"Not Truly One But Two"
My Role: 1st Assistant Camera.
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Filmed September 20th to 22nd, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Danny Cork and Sam Abrams
"Just Another Snake Cult"
My Role: 2nd Assistant Camera.
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Filmed June 19th to 25th, 2024, in Seattle, Washington. Pick up shots filmed June 22nd, 2025, in Seattle Washington. Project still in post-production.
Directed by Luke Dye
"Tangled Vines"
My Role: Director of Photography
Shown in Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival, Central Floida Film Festival, and Fear Fame Film Festival.​
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Filmed March 29th, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Zoe Swanson
Musical Short Film
My Role: Director.
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Filmed February 23rd to 25th and March 15th to 17th, 2024, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Zoe Swanson
"Personification of Beauty"
My Role: Director and Director of Photography
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Filmed December 2nd to 3rd, 2023, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Warren Cockerham
University of Tampa Holiday Special
My Role: Behind-The-Scenes Videographer.
Footage used for local news broadcasting program, highlighting the winter activities at the University of Tampa and the professors at the University.​
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Filmed October 12th, 2023, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Ashley Adams
"Drop It Down"
My Role: Head Editor
Music Video contracted by a local rising music artist.
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Filmed April 14th, 2023, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Luke Dye
"Admissions"
My Role: Assistant Director and Head Editor.
Shown in Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival, Brouhaha Film and Video Showcase, Wild Rover Film Festival, and the Tampa Blackbox Film Festival.
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Filmed April 1st, 2nd, and 26th, 2023, in Tampa, Florida.
Directed by Bailey Wall
"Where Does It Matter"
My Role: 2nd Assistant Camera
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Filmed May 24th and 25th, 2025, in Seattle, Washington.
Directed by Richie Kawamoto
Orec Mowing Commercial
My Role: 1st Assistant Camera
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Filmed July 7th and 8th, 2025, in Seattle, Washington.
Directed by Bailey Wall
"Incoherence"
My Role: 2nd Assistant Camera
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Filmed July 12th and 13th, 2025, in Seattle, Washington. Made for the Seattle 48 Hour Film Festival.
PBS
"Holiday Show"
My Role: Production Assistant.
Worked on the set of a live production shown on TV, showcasing the University of Tampa's choir.
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Filmed December 13th, 2022, in Tampa, Florida.
HBO
"Sex Lives of College Girls"
My Role: Extra.
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Filmed June 1st to 3rd, 2022, in Seattle, Washington.
