Absolutely FABulous

Production gurus Far and Beyond chalk up ten years in operation

Feature By Gordon Masson | 4 September 2025

As one of the most likeable professionals in the production business, Jess Shields has spent the last ten years building her company, Far and Beyond, into an industry powerhouse.

On the back of FAB’s biggest year to date, Gordon Masson learns about the operation’s story so far and the exciting times that lie ahead, with plans for further international expansion…

Growing up on the grounds of Download Festival all but sealed Jess Shields’ destiny to work in live…

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