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Out of Frame

Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden

The blockbusters, the big moments, the incredible actors. Who are the people working alongside your favourite stars? And how can you do the same? This is Out Of Frame, the podcast where we explore the work of below-the-line crew, the people who make everyone - and everything - unforgettable. That’s costume designers, sound technicians, SFX supervisors, intimacy co-ordinators; to understand what it takes and how you can do the same. Join presenter Yinka Bokinni every week to meet these people and

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37:08

The Set Decorator: Lee Sandales

Out of Frame ·

2025/12/17

Merry Christmas! This week we’re getting into the festive spirit by stepping inside the set of your favourite family movies. Yinka meets Academy Award winning set decorator Lee Sandales.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Lee shares stories of creating the set for Wicked, the Harry Potter franchise and Wonka. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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35:09

The Sign Painter: Jorge Jacobs

Out of Frame ·

2025/12/12

A sign painter - or scenic artist - is responsible for creating all hand-painted signage on a film set - from old school shop signs, to futuristic logos from another world. Yinka meets sign painter Jorge Jacobs to hear all about the artistic touch that he brings to productions.This role requires artistic skill, a knowledge of different lettering styles and techniques, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and collaborate with other departments. This is Out of Frame, where we

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31:20

The Prop Master: Lee Wiseman

Out of Frame ·

2025/12/03

From the books in a bedroom, to the throne of a leader, it's the details that make a film set feel like a whole world. This week, Yinka meets someone in charge of filling film sets with fascinating objects - or props, for those in the know.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Lee Wiseman shares stories of working as a prop master on House of the Dragon, World War Z and Britannia. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at

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31:04

The Post Production Trainee: Kareem Adelekan

Out of Frame ·

2025/11/26

What happens when the cameras stop rolling? How is all that glossy footage made into a blockbuster movie? This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Yinka meets trainee Kareem Adelekan, who through CrewHQ, is working to edit the visuals within post production. Kareem shares stories of joining Warner Bros. and how editors piece together a film. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more

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33:37

The Production Controller: Dominique Tucker

Out of Frame ·

2025/11/19

What does it take to get a production greenlit for filming? This week, Yinka meets someone who is a part of the crew from the word go - production controller Dominique Tucker.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Dominique shares stories of working with some of the biggest studios around, and the financial advice any good filmmaker should know. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn

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25:48

The Sound Mixer: Paul Munro

Out of Frame ·

2025/11/12

The way a movie looks is only one piece of the pie - a great film needs to sound amazing too. From dialogue that makes you sit on the edge of your seat, to mind-blowing sound effects. All of this comes under the work of a talented sound mixer.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Paul Munro has led the sound department on huge productions including Cruella, Loki and Ghostbusters. He shares stories with Yinka on what sound can add to

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35:50

The Production Manager: Boo Motjuoadi

Out of Frame ·

2025/11/05

Someone who works across every department is the production manager. Based both on set and in the office, production managers are responsible for ensuring a shoot goes smoothly. Boo Motjuoadi shares stories of the challenges that come with being a production manager - from negotiating with rental houses, to supporting the mental health of cast members.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ

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37:16

The Prosthetics Designer: Kristyan Mallett

Out of Frame ·

2025/10/29

Happy Halloween! With the spooky season upon us, what better time than now to explore how a gory scene comes to life. This week, Yinka meets Kristyan Mallett - a make-up artist who specialises in special effects and prosthetics. Kristyan shares stories of working on horrors, thrillers, action movies and everything in between - including Black Mirror, Mission Impossible and Aquaman.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Out of Frame is

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41:53

The Cinematographer: James Friend

Out of Frame ·

2025/10/22

When it comes to the below the line team, someone who is responsible for the very building blocks of a production is the cinematographer - also known as the director of photography. Academy Award-winning cinematographer James Friend manages the overall look of a film or television production. He joins Yinka to explore how to translate a director’s ideas into images, and what it was like to work on huge productions like The Acolyte and All Quiet on the Western Front.This is Out of Frame, where we

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29:00

The Film Florist: Jenny Tobin

Out of Frame ·

2025/10/15

A film set is often a beautiful work of art - and that includes the use of flowers. Whether it’s an emotional funeral or an extravagant garden location, flowers can often set the mood for a scene. Jenny Tobin shares stories of how she became a film florist, and working on movies like The Favourite, Jurassic World and Maleficent.This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios

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32:36

The Gaffer: Gavin Walters

Out of Frame ·

2025/10/08

Calling in the chief! For all things electrical, it’s the gaffer who is in charge. Today we meet Gavin Walters. As a gaffer, Gavin is the chief technician for a production’s lighting needs. Gavin has decades of experience when it comes to sourcing and operating all of the necessary lighting equipment to make a film set shine. He shares stories with Yinka of working on Bohemian Rhapsody, Jurassic World and Dr Strange. This is Out of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line

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30:19

The Production Designer: Sophie Becher

Out of Frame ·

2025/10/01

Nothing quite sets up a film like the opening shot. The locations of your favourite TV shows and movies set the scene and invite the viewer into a whole new world. But making sure all of this comes together is one hell of a job.Sophie Becher is a production designer - meaning she is head of a production’s art department and responsible for the overall visual aesthetic. Sophie shares stories of what it takes to bring a director’s artistic vision to life, and what she’s learnt working across war

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34:48

The Sustainability Consultant: Jimmy Keeping

Out of Frame ·

2025/09/24

Climate change is a huge issue that has changed the way we work and live in so many ways, so it’s no surprise that the film and TV industry is feeling the pressure. As a sustainability consultant, it’s Jimmy Keeping’s job to make sure that real progress is happening.Jimmy works with directors and producers to reduce a production’s carbon footprint. Here, he shares stories of working with industry giants like Warner Bros, Universal, Disney; and how sustainability has changed in the film

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39:40

The Animal Wrangler: Jules Tottman

Out of Frame ·

2025/09/17

We are back! Every week we’ll be giving you an insight into what brings a production together like you’ve never seen before.How do you turn a love for animals into a professional passion? And how do you get an animal ready for lights, camera, action? Someone who knows all about this is animal wrangler Jules Tottman. Jules has worked with cats, dogs, spiders, snakes and everything in between. She shares stories on the Harry Potter series, 101 Dalmatians and Game Of Thrones. This is Out of Frame,

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24:43

The Costume Supervisor: Sanaz Missaghian

Out of Frame ·

2025/06/18

Do you know just how big the costume department for a film or high end TV show is? From jewellery makers to fabric cutters - it takes a lot to manage such a large group of creatives. That’s where costume supervisor Sanaz Missaghian comes in.This is Out Of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV.Sanaz shares stories of bringing a look to life on massive productions like Bridgerton, Skyfall and Cinderella.Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at

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33:01

The Hair and Make-Up Designer: Sharon Martin

Out of Frame ·

2025/06/11

Whether it’s turning someone into a zombie, a Victorian princess or a wild animal, no one knows their way around hair and make up quite like Sharon Martin.This is Out Of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV.Sharon shares stories of working on set and what it takes to bring sparkle and shine to a cast - from her time on A Quiet Place, the Pirates of the Caribbean series, the film adaptation of Matilda and much more.Out of Frame is produced by Listen

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23:09

The SFX Supervisor: Michael Dawson

Out of Frame ·

2025/06/04

Explosions, fireworks and even stormy weather - when it comes to adding special effects to a film production, it takes skill and precision. Meet SFX Supervisor Michael Dawson.This is Out Of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV.Michael shares stories of his long-standing career in special effects - from pulling Christoper Reeve on a rope in Superman to setting people on fire in House of The Dragon.Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner

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24:09

The Production Manager: Monique Brown

Out of Frame ·

2025/05/28

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,

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26:54

The Armourer: Tim Lewis

Out of Frame ·

2025/05/21

On guard! When you’re watching an action film or TV series, have you ever wondered who takes care of the weapons? The bow and arrows, the swords and even the guns? That’s the work of people like master armourer Tim Lewis.This is Out Of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV.Tim shares exciting stories on creating weapons and providing on set support for epic productions like House of the Dragon, Maleficent and Jurassic World.Out of Frame is produced by

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24:24

The Mental Health Consultant: Sarah McCaffrey

Out of Frame ·

2025/05/14

Our favourite films and TV shows push actors to their limit. Sometimes this means being part of a scene where something traumatic happens - like a death or an attack; and preparing to film this takes work. That’s where Sarah McCaffrey comes in - a mental health consultant.This is Out Of Frame, where we celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV.Sarah shares how both the crew and cast get ready to film traumatic content, and how everyone in the industry can implement good

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