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Out of Frame

Platform Media 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? Join presenter Yinka Bokinni every week to meet these people and hear their stories.

This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden.

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Wednesday · 32 min
Production Assistant: How to break into the industry
Out Of Frame is back! Each week, we shine a light on the crew members who make your favourite movies come to life. One of the most common entry level jobs is the production assistant. PA’s are part of all aspects of a production, including talent management, on-set support and the day-to-day runnings of a studio. Sky Caesar discusses how she became a production assistant and what it takes to break into the film and TV industry. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 2 · 33 min
Caterers: Cooking for the stars
Good food is good for the soul, and no one keeps the cast and crew chugging along quite like the caterers. Gavin Charlton and Ali Hughes are the co-founders of Bite Me, and specialise in film catering. Gavin and Ali share stories of working on productions like Wicked and Hail Mary, and the importance of good people skills. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 26 · 35 min
Disability Consultant: What films get wrong about representation
As a disability consultant, it’s Ally Castle’s job to advise and work alongside production companies and directors on accessibility, inclusion and representation. Ally shares stories of work this work means for her personally and what she’s currently working on with Warner Bros. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 19 · 24 min
Film Osteopath: How do actors protect their bodies?
The long hours of working on a film or TV series can put a massive strain on the human body. Osteopath Jason Graham works everyone on a set to provide what he calls healthcare for behind the scenes. He joins Yinka to share stories of working with some of the industry’s biggest stars, and what makes them just like us. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 12 · 26 min
Film Stills Photographer: How to master snapshots of Beetlejuice
Film photography is key for promoting a new film or TV show - but the way they’re taken is masterfully done. Parisa Taghizadeh (or Tag, as most people know her) is a film stills photographer. It’s her job to try and capture the best photos on set whilst the cameras are still rolling. Tag shares stories of working on Supergirl, The Woman In Cabin 10 and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 5 · 30 min
Greens Team: How to re-create nature on a film set
Most films are made on a set - which at first is just an empty space. Any scenes that take place outside are often created from scratch. That means installing plants, trees, sand and sometimes a whole forest indoors by the greens team. Greens Head Of Department David Searle and Co-Ordinator Eva Onsrud discuss working on Game Of Thrones, Harry Potter and Jurassic Park. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 29 · 27 min
Transportation Manager: How do actors make it to remote film sets?
A big blockbuster can require hundreds of people to create. But how do all these people - and their equipment - make it to locations all around the world? This is where transport manager Stevie Kotey comes in. Stevie shares stories of managing crew and cast members on Wonder Woman, The Acolyte and Luther. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 22 · 26 min
Food Stylist: How to make a perfect plate for cinema
Food can tell a story on screen - from the gruel served in a prison camp, to a lavish banquet in 1920’s Hollywood. But what does it take to prepare food for film and TV? And what are the secrets behind making food look good for the camera? Food stylist Katharine Tidy shares stories of working on Mickey 17, The Crown and Slow Horses. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 15 · 27 min
Stunt Rigger: Keeping superheroes safe
When an actor needs to jump out of a window or do a back flip, a stunt person is usually called in. But who keeps everyone safe? And how are these scenes made to look so seamless? Stunt rigger Jay Burr shares his experience of working on Batman, Star Wars and even The Teletubbies. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 28 min
Puppeteer: Who makes Star Wars’ BB-8 come alive?
Puppets are one of the oldest forms of entertainment in the world - but they still pop up in cinema all the time. Puppeteer Dave Chapman has brought his skills to everything from BBC Children’s television and Muppet Treasure Island, to Star Wars and Jurassic World. Dave shares stories working on some of the biggest film franchises in the world and the skills it takes to be a great puppeteer. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 1 · 29 min
Production Buyers: What can you buy from a prop house?
Where do you go to buy a sarcophagus? Or a pig’s head? Or a floating bath? Film sets require all kinds of things - but finding them isn’t always easy. Melloney Cunnell and Zoe Gold are both production buyers - which means that they are responsible for sourcing, renting and purchasing all the props and set dressing for a production. Mel and Zoe share stories on what it takes, and why they’re waving the flag for job sharer partnerships. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 24 · 26 min
Crowd 2nd Assistant Director: How to (not) stand out in a crowd
We all have our favourite faces in cinema - but what does it take to be a background actor? Crowd 2nd Assistant Director Demitra Coulson tells us how she manages over 300 extras at once, and shares stories of working on One Day, Bridgerton and Tom & Jerry: The Movie. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 17 · 28 min
Script Supervisor: Continuity in The Crown
Movies take a long time to film, and that means they are rarely shot in chronological order - but the end result has to look seamless. Script supervisor Alana Marmion-Warr spills the beans on how a film stays consistent, and shares stories of working on Wonka, The Crown and Ready Player One. This is Out of Frame, where we explore behind the scenes in film and TV. Out of Frame is produced by Platform Media for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 17, 2025 · 37 min
The Set Decorator: Lee Sandales
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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 16, 2025 · 35 min
The Sign Painter: Jorge Jacobs
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 celebrate and explore the work of below the line roles in film and TV. Jorge shares stories of working on The Six Triple Eight, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Lee. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 16, 2025 · 31 min
The Prop Master: Lee Wiseman
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 Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 26, 2025 · 31 min
The Post Production Trainee: Kareem Adelekan
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 about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 19, 2025 · 33 min
The Production Controller: Dominique Tucker
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 more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 12, 2025 · 25 min
The Sound Mixer: Paul Munro
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 a film. Out of Frame is produced by Listen for CrewHQ at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 5, 2025 · 35 min
The Production Manager: Boo Motjuoadi
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 at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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