a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, boasting a prolific 35-year career encompassing writing, producing, and directing for both television and film.
Caruthers' journey began in the music realm at Little David Records, where she served as an assistant to the esteemed Monte Kay, known for his work with jazz legends like Herbie Mann, Stan Getz, Sonny Rollins, and the Modern Jazz Quartet. During her time at Little David Records, Caruthers played a pivotal role in various aspects of the record label, contributing to artist development, publicity, and distribution. Her efforts were instrumental in the success of projects featuring iconic comedians Flip Wilson and George Carlin, as well as groundbreaking television productions, which earned the team accolades including two Grammys and five Gold Records.
In recent years, Caruthers has continued to make waves in the industry as a writer-producer, with credits including the screenplay for feature films such as "Black Eye Motoring" and "Ring Bell Walk In." Additionally, she created the sitcom pilot "My Sisters and Me" and directed and co-wrote the episode "Who's Coming to Dinner," produced under the banner of MacMattie Entertainment.
MY SISTERS AND ME Episode 1 -"Nina Simone"
Outside of her own creative endeavors, Caruthers has extended her expertise as an executive producer, notably collaborating with singer-songwriter Torin Floyd. Her involvement in Floyd's projects, including executive producing his music videos for "Take Me Higher" and "Sky High," underscores her commitment to nurturing emerging talent. Caruthers further showcased her storytelling prowess with the short film "The Interview," which she wrote and directed, offering a compelling glimpse into Floyd's artistic journey.
Through her illustrious career and unwavering advocacy for diversity and inclusion, Mattie Caruthers has not only left an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape but continues to inspire and empower aspiring creatives to pursue their dreams.
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