We are not meant to create alone—and frankly, we can’t.
At Cheshire Moon Productions, we build family through art and interdependence. We hold space for artists to thrive in community—where stories are sacred, and the process is as transformative as the work itself.
Sarah Carter, CEO
Sarah Carter is a filmmaker, actor, musician, and the founder and CEO of Cheshire Moon Productions. After two decades in film and television (Shark, Falling Skies, The Vow), she made her directorial debut with In Her Name, which premiered at Tribeca and went on to receive 50+ festival honors worldwide.
A lifelong artist and seeker, Sarah’s work bridges creativity and healing. She is the lead singer of SanguinDrake, her genre-defying band, and curates Petits Salons, an intimate film and music series based in Los Angeles. She mentors emerging storytellers through workshops and women’s circles grounded in Core Energetics and the teachings of Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés.
Her debut children’s book, Chrisalice, honors her late brother and celebrates children’s emotional intelligence, imagination, and resilience. Whether through film, music, or story, Sarah creates from the belief that healing starts at home—and every act is a creative act.
Pedro Herrera Murcia, Head of Production Development
Pedro Herrera Murcia is a Guatemalan producer, writer, and cultural strategist working at the intersection of film, community, and international collaboration. He produced Cadejo Blanco, his debut feature, at 21—earning nominations for the Film Independent Spirit Awards and Mexico’s Ariel Awards. Pedro has worked across Latin America and is a juror for Film Independent’s Global Media Makers program, where he also facilitates partnerships, curates talent, and supports initiatives that elevate underrepresented voices. Passionate about storytelling as a tool for cultural exchange, he’s currently based in Los Angeles. He holds an MFA in Production/Directing from UCLA and a degree in Film, Visual Arts, and Entrepreneurship from Francisco Marroquín University in Guatemala.
Jackie Logsted, Production Coordinator
Jackie Logsted is a Los Angeles-based entertainment professional who has served as CMP’s Executive Assistant for three years. She has a versatile background in development, writing, and on-set production. At 22, Jackie was hired for her first open writing assignment with Fox Entertainment, ultimately penning three feature thrillers that went on to be produced. She studied Film and American Studies at Dickinson College and the University of East Anglia, and completed post-graduate coursework in Entertainment Business at UCLA Extension. Her blend of business insight and creative expertise makes her a valuable asset to Cheshire Moon.
Kelsey Lansdowne, Brand Partnerships Manager & Social Media Strategist
Kelsey is a multifaceted creative with a career in the entertainment industry that began in 2002. Her unconventional path reflects a deep curiosity and an appreciation for crafting meaningful, heart-centered experiences—no matter her role. As Brand Partnerships Manager and Social Media Strategist, she blends artistic instinct with strategic insight, uniting a refined aesthetic sensibility with strong operational skill. Throughout her career, Kelsey has helped shape ideas into tangible, emotionally resonant moments, bringing both vision and versatility to each project. She moves fluidly between big-picture thinking and detail-driven execution, guided by a sensitivity to atmosphere, nuance, and the rhythm of a story well told. She approaches her work with warmth and enthusiasm—grounded in a profound reverance for beauty, connection, and intention.
Adam Petrishin, Resident BTS Videographer
Adam Petrishin is a self-taught photographer, filmmaker, editor, and multi-instrumentalist from Los Angeles. First picking up a camera out of sheer curiosity, and inspired by the album cover art of Storm Thorgerson, Adam has since directed numerous music videos for local indie acts and most recently edited and produced his first feature film, ‘A Reservation’.
Restlessly inspired by the romanticism and ephemerality of every beautiful moment worth experiencing and capturing, simply everything between the confluence of art and nature informs his creative process.