meet the team

Bianca Halpern
CEO/Founder
Bianca began her career as a cinematographer in Los Angeles, after obtaining an MFA in Cinematography. After graduating she returned to her hometown, São Paulo where she shot continuously in the industry. In 2016, Bianca returned to LA to open BECiNE, the first female run camera rental house in the city, offering clients childcare for prep days. Bianca is committed to facilitating a balance in family and filmmaking for all.
Gillian Munro
COO
Gillian has been a creative consultant for the film and fashion community with over 10 years of experience as a retailer/head buyer, and e-commerce director alongside an M.F.A in film directing. Gillian uses a synergistic way of seeing, feeling and thinking in order to create visually impactful customer experiences and clear intention of strategies for her clients and their brands.

ABEL ZERAI
PREP TECH/INVENTORY

AMANDA NGUYEN
DIRECTOR of RENTAL OPERATIONS
A native of southern California, Amanda has always felt close to filmmaking and movie-going. While studying at the University of California, Santa Barbara, she discovered that this interest-turned-passion would drive her toward career aspirations of becoming an assistant director. She also found a love for archiving, specifically working hands-on with celluloid film element. While at BECiNE, she hopes to build relationships and hone her organizational and leadership skills.