EVP, Programming, BET Networks

Mashariki is a big reason behind BET’s recent success. She oversees scripted and unscripted programming, as well as original programming development, to keep the 90 million households the network serves coming back for more. Having joined BET in April 2015 from Fox Searchlight, Mashariki has exhibited a passion for storytelling, creative vision and extensive knowledge of the network’s audience. She’s excellent with building strong relationships with filmmakers and creatives, which has resulted in past successful projects including “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,” “The Last King of Scotland” and “The Secret Life of Bees.” She has received the Delta Sigma Theta “Impact” award and has been recognized by the African-American Film Critics Assn.

The Daily

Subscribe
Thursday–April 22

Familiar Ties in Apple’s ‘Mosquito Coast’

Paul Theroux ’s novel “The Mosquito Coast” turns 40 this year, but there’s still plenty of adventure left in the story as evidenced by Apple TV+ ’s upcoming seven-ep series (first two episodes drop

Read the Full Issue
The Skinny is delivered on Tuesday and focuses on the cable profession. You'll stay in the know on the headlines, topics and special issues you value most. Sign Up

Calendar

Apr 30
Top Ops – 2021 Nominations Nominations Due: April 30, 2021
Jun 10
The FAXIES Awards – Virtual CelebrationSave the Date! - June 10, 2021
Jul 16
Diversity List – 2021 Nominations Due: July 16, 2021
Sep 10
Most Powerful Women – 2021 Nominations Due: Sept 10, 2021
Dec 7
Most Powerful Women CelebrationSave the Date!
Full Calendar

Jobs

Seeking an INDUSTRY JOB?
VIEW JOBS

Hiring? In conjunction with our sister brand, Cynopsis, we are offering hiring managers a deep pool of media-savvy, skilled candidates at a range of experience levels and sectors, The result will be an even more robust industry job board, to help both employers and job seekers.

Contact John@cynopsis.com for more information.