Leslie Askew is a documentary filmmaker and story producer with over 20 years of experience working in documentary film and television. Her work spans major networks, including CNN, as well as independently produced films that have been distributed on platforms such as Amazon Prime. Her projects are research-driven and impact-focused, centering on historical storytelling, archival research, and the shaping of complex narratives for public audiences. Leslie has extensive experience developing films for museums, universities, broadcasters, and cultural institutions, with a particular emphasis on responsible historical representation.…

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Leslie Askew is a documentary filmmaker and story producer with over 20 years of experience working in documentary film and television. Her work spans major networks, including CNN, as well as independently produced films that have been distributed on platforms such as Amazon Prime. Her projects are research-driven and impact-focused, centering on historical storytelling, archival research, and the shaping of complex narratives for public audiences. Leslie has extensive experience developing films for museums, universities, broadcasters, and cultural institutions, with a particular emphasis on responsible historical representation.…

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Leslie Askew is a documentary filmmaker and story producer with over 20 years of experience working in documentary film and television. Her work spans major networks, including CNN, as well as independently produced films that have been distributed on platforms such as Amazon Prime.

Her projects are research-driven and impact-focused, centering on historical storytelling, archival research, and the shaping of complex narratives for public audiences. Leslie has extensive experience developing films for museums, universities, broadcasters, and cultural institutions, with a particular emphasis on responsible historical representation.

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Executive Producer & Founder at Askew Pictures
January 1, 2011 - Present
Founded a production company that specializes in documentary filmmaking and television content. Provide leadership in production management and oversee all aspects of creative direction.
Executive Producer & Director at SBS Australia
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Supervised production and led a team in the development and production of television series while managing budgets and schedules for multiple projects.
Senior Producer / Account Manager at Chocolate Studios
January 1, 2016 - Present
Managed client relations and oversaw project execution for major brands. Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of production milestones.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Anthropology
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000

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