

Most recently, The Caucus for Producers, Writers & Directors announced that Martin will be honored with the Rising Star Award at the 38th annual Caucus Awards Gala. In September it was announced that Genius Entertainment will partner with Walden Media to adapt Ingrid Law’s children’s fantasy novel Savvy as a TV series. Genius Entertainment was founded by Executive Producer and Black-ish actress Marsai Martin The production banner creates stories meant to inspire, illuminate, and celebrate the diverse experiences of girls and people of color. Prior to that, she was the Director of Unscripted Development for Sirens Media/ITV Studios. Her previous roles include Creative Executive for The SpringHill Company, where she was responsible for managing and producing a full slate of content specializing in docuseries, formats, and documentaries.

Grandpa Bomba moves mountains, her older brothers create hurricanes and spark electricity. They each possess a savvya special supernatural power that strikes when they turn thirteen. She has developed and produced television and film projects across many platforms including Netflix, Disney +, CNN, TBS, OWN, FOX and YouTube Originals. For generations, the Beaumont family has harbored a magical secret. Jordan-Theus brings 15-plus years of experience to Genius Entertainment.

Marsai Martin's 'Saturdays' Comedy Pilot Picked Up To Series By Disney Channel
