Purser’s ambition and determination is evident – and I get the sense she won’t be stopping any time soon. Discussing the recent movement of female empowerment that has emerged in the wake of the Harvey Weinstein scandal, she offers her thoughts on the changes that she wants to see happen in the industry.

“I certainly hope that we will get more women in power, when it comes to executives and producers and directors, because the problem is not a shortage of females who are qualified to do the job. It’s just that women are not favoured or chosen.

“I think shows like Big Little Lies and Handmaid’s Tale prove that women are more than capable enough to helm these important companies and shows and stories.”

Shannon Purser, aka Barb from Stranger Things, gives her ultimate career advice