Show Notes
What does it take to bring a production together? From making sure a film stays to budget, to managing a crowd scene - who helps keep a production running afloat? That’s where production manager Monique Brown comes in. This is Out Of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Monique shares stories of working her way up from a runner to becoming a senior role in the below the line crew. Monique has worked on the live action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, The Lord of the Rings and the James Bond franchise. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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