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Monique Chenault
Executive Producer/Writer
Los Angeles, CA
Transforming the entertainment industry,
Monique Chenault is in charge of everything
from conceptualizing to booking and writing
her “brain child” TV One Access show.
Why do you think your highly rated TV One
Access show has garnered so much success?
We make it a point to report on things
that really take a look at and affect African-
Americans. We did a segment about missing
women that was extremely well received
and recognized with an award nomination
by The Columbia University Graduate School
of Journalism. Tatyana Ali has just taken the
helm as our new host for our 6th season. She
is amazing and so great to work with.
What led you to launch your own company?
I realized there was a lack of programming
that highlighted real African-American lifestyles
that did not focus on sex, drugs and hiphop.
So my husband and I decided to launch
MACVISION ENTERTAINMENT. He focuses on
the business side, and I am the creative force
behind our venture. Our goal is to provide
quality, culturally diverse programming for the
“thinking African-American adult.”
Your company specializes in reality-based
television. Why did you choose these formats
as opposed to scripted shows?
These formats allow us to provide positive
and relevant information to the viewer in an
entertaining way. It is like merging the best
of both worlds. For example, our reality talk
series, Black Men Revealed, addresses a wide
variety of topics, or, as my husband likes to put
it from “Yale to Jail,” and it appeals to many
viewers.
Will MACVISION incorporate other types of
programming into your lineup?
Absolutely! We feel there is still a void in
terms of scripted television shows that feature
African-Americans in prominent roles with real
story lines. Our next project is “Top Secret” and
will resonate with a majority of our viewers.
Wow! Can you at least give the readers a
hint about what they can look forward to?
Well, let me just say, this project is very
exciting and will definitely shed light on the
complicated life of the single black female who
often succeeds against all odds. Stay tuned
because I am sure you won’t be disappointed.
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