Duo will produce scripted, unscripted and documentary content through their Field/House Productions banner
Tarana Burke, the founder of the MeToo movement, and her producing partner Mervyn Marcano have signed an overall deal with CBS Studios, the company announced Tuesday. Burke and Marcano will develop scripted and unscripted content as well as documentaries through their Field/House Productions banner. They’ll develop for both streaming platforms and linear television. “In our quest to partner with compelling storytellers, Tarana and Mervyn stand out. Their drive and leadership as stewards of change bring a powerful and distinct voice to advancing stories of inclusion and impact,” CBS Studios president David Stapf said. “They are clearly magnets for many whose voices need to be heard and we’re excited to work alongside them in this new venture.” Also Read: MLB All-Star Game Moved to Denver After Leaving Georgia Over New Restrictive Voting Laws “Creating space for new narratives has always been an integral part of cultural change work,” Burke said.
