MEET MC

Maricarmen "MC" Lopez, a Cuban-American television producer and talent manager, is a force in amplifying BIPOC voices in music and entertainment. Her company has forged partnerships with industry giants like Slip-N-Slide Records, Slick Rick Music Corp., and Monami Entertainment, collaborating with legends such as Jagged Edge, Trina, and Xscape. MC is deeply committed to impactful storytelling and elevating emerging talents.

In 2010, she expanded her influence into television, producing hundreds of hours of content for networks like VH1, MTV, Complex Networks, and Netflix. Her work has played a pivotal role in launching Cardi B to fame on the small-screen, spotlighting Afro-Latinx narratives in Love & Hip Hop: Miami with Amara La Negra, and breaking new ground with Kat Tat on Black Ink Crew.

MC's commitment to societal change is evident in her partnership with ViacomCBS on the #MeToo movement after connecting with Tarana Burke. Through her Algo Nuevo Foundation, she advocates for music therapy for the elderly and supports immigration reform, notably aiding Slick Rick during his deportation battle.

Leading MCL Media, MC drives operations in Miami, New York, and Atlanta. She is currently showrunning Fat Joe Talks, a new interview series on Starz. Additionally, MC mentors the next generation of industry leaders and actively engages in personal development initiatives. Her unwavering dedication to creative storytelling and blending pop culture with social impact distinguishes her in an ever-evolving industry.

IN THE NEWS

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‘Caught in the Act: Unfaithful’ Draw MTV’s Highest Tuesday Primetime Rating in 3 Years

MTV’s Tuesday night reality shows are bringing some new, record ratings for the network.

The Season 2 telecast of Tami Roman-hosted show is up 71% from the rating brought in by its premiere in July 2023.

'Caught in the Act: Unfaithful' is executive produced by Sitarah Pendelton-Eaglin and Jennifer Aguirre for MTV. Lashan Browning, Donna Edge-Rachell, Alissa Horowitz, Daniel Wiener, Maricarmen Lopez, and Rich Allen are Executive Producers for Antoinette Media. Tami Roman also serves as consulting producer.

HEAL Her Podcast: Embracing Change

In this episode, Maricarmen shares how she's embraced change and how you can too.

We discussed:
-Being raised in a family of performers and being free to express creativity
-Her mother starting her music career in her 40s and now part of a band in her 70s
-Working through self-doubt
-Knowing how to pivot

And much more!

Love & Hip Hop Miami: The Rewind

Trick Daddy hosts a look back at Love & Hip Hop Miami's most memorable moments, asks cast members to pick sides on some of the show's legendary feuds and more.

Hustle Dreams on Sheen Magazine

Bold. powerful. outspoken...when Maricarmen “MC” Lopez steps into a room she owns it. As a Latina Executive Producer/ Showrunner whose TV producer credits include the successful Love & Hip Hop franchise, weTV’s Hustle & Soul and Complex Network’s Good Looking Out; Maricarmen is the epitome of a Latina boss and is dominating mainstream platforms which are primarily led by white men. Read more about her story on Sheen Magazine...

So She Slays: How Trusting The Process Will Work Every Time

Co-Founder, Heather, and Executive Producer and Showrunner Maricarmen Lopez talk about her inspiring journey into the entertainment industry, what that taught her about trusting the process, and the advice she would give to those coming up.

Black Ink Crew, Compton: The Lost Season

Executive Producer of the show Maricarmen Lopez sits down with a few of her cast members to revisit unaired footage from 2020 to give their takes on the source of the destructive tensions in the shop and speculate on what the future holds.

Dr. Brandt's #SayILoveYou Speaker Series

The Dr. Brandt Foundation hosts a monthly speaker series tackling different issues in the mental health space. Executive Producer, Maricarmen Lopez, sits down with Amara to discuss her journey with bulimia, self-love and the importance of representation during National Eating Disorder and Body Image Awareness Week.

PhaShunta Smith: Celebrate Hearing No...

Maricarmen “MC” Lopez, Executive Producer and Showrunner of Black Ink Compton join PhaShunta Smith on a brand new Celebrate Hearing No Make Your On Yes podcast episode. Maricarmen takes us on a journey of her entertainment career and chats about the new season of Black Ink Compton! The outstanding producer and business woman also talks about some of her inspirations and shares insightful advice on how to overcome the word “no," plus much more! Get inspired!

Love & Hip Hop, Miami: Inside The 305

Cast, crew and cultural commentators pull back the curtain and weigh in on the show, including what makes Miami unique, what makes the cast so real and what to expect from Season 4.

Miami Media Film Market Digital

Creative Director of CAMACOL and co-founder of Miami Media Film Market (MMFM), JL Martinez, hosts a weekly digital segment alongside several powerplayers in the tv/film business to chat about all things related to the current state of production during the pandemic year. In this episode, JL chats with Maricarmen about the challenges in producing new content during the pandemic year as well as diversity within the industry.

The Latin Chamber of Commerce of U.S.A., CAMACOL, is the largest Hispanic business organization in Florida. Miami Media and Film Market (MMFM) is a fast growing film and entertainment international co-production forum and marketplace focused on content development, helping to bridge the gap between the global entertainment industry and diverse, fast growing, multi-cultural markets.

CNN on Algo Nuevo & COVID Relief Efforts

As the coronavirus continues to force social restrictions, Florida musician Marisel Lopez and her daughter Maricarmen Lopez, alongside Marisel's band Algo Nuevo, provide the rhythm to keep isolated seniors upbeat.

CNN shares the story of how this non-profit organization keeps the music alive for Miami seniors facing isolation during the pandemic.

Drink Champs Part 2

N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On this episode The Champs chop it up one more time with music executives James Cruz and Eric Nicks and special guest, television producer Maricarmen Lopez
Also joining are special guests Shabazz The OG & Hakim Green.

Drink Champs Part 1

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN chop it up with legendary music executives James Cruz and Eric Nicks. Joined by special guest and television producer Maricarmen Lopez, they debate the perception of reality television and much more!

VoyageMIA

VoyageMIA interviews Maricarmen Lopez of MCL Media. We learn about Maricarmen's story and where she is now and how she is navigating the production space during the pandemic.

40 Greatest Love & Hip Hop Moments: The Reboot

The cast, producers, comedians and more personalities count down the first half of wild, sweet and unforgettable moments from New York, Atlanta, Hollywood and Miami.

Fly Guy Show

On this episode, Fly Guy sits down with long time friend Maricarmen Lopez to discuss what it’s like being in the TV world. Humble beginnings in the Miami nightlife scene; the tribulations of trying to maintain a romantic partnership while developing a productive professional career & much more.

Girls Gone Boss

On this episode of Girls Gone Boss, we sat down with Maricarmen Lopez. She discusses her journey to get where she is today and some of the sacrifices she has made along the way. We also talk family, growing up in Miami, working with Slick Rick and the importance of helping women ascend in tv and film.

NYLFF & Google - Futuro Digital Conference

FUTURO, presented by Driven Society in Partnership with New York Latino Film Festival (NYLFF) and Google's Hispanic Network (HOLA) produced a one-day conference featuring conversations from top thought-leaders, executives, and influencers in the digital space. Enjoy This Panel Discussion titled "Content is King" Hosted by Janel Martinez with guest Maricarmen Lopez, Andrea Gompf and Aviel Eidels.

Screen Heat Miami

Screen Heat Miami is co-hosted by veteran Miami based producers Kevin Sharpley and Jose Martinez and each week covers the latest trends in the film, tv, and entertainment industry, including interviews with global and local industry leaders, all told from a "Miami" point of view.
In this episode, we meet Miami native Maricarmen Lopez, and her journey in the entertainment business.

The Wrap: Party Report

Music fans and Bally celebrated 30 years of seminal rap artist Slick Rick during the 2018 BET Awards.

Love & Hip Hop, Miami Premiere

The stars came out to celebrate the premiere of VH1’s Love & Hip Hop Miami, a show ushered in by Miami native Maricarmen Lopez. Love & Hip Hop, Miami is the 4th installment to the very successful franchise on VH1. The show premiered with almost 2m viewers.

Love & Hip Hop, New York: Dirty Little Secrets

Love & Hip Hop New York: Dirty Little Secrets is an hour long special highlighting never-before-seen, exclusive footage from the first seven seasons of Love & Hip Hop.

Hope of the Hood

In this episode, comedian Petey Abreu reunites with a long time friend from Miami who is also in the entertainment industry, Maricarmen Lopez. They chat about growing up in Miami, her beginnings in the music industry at Slip N' Slide Records, and working with the legendary Slick Rick. She also talks working with Mona Scott-Young for many years and moving up in the ranks in the TV world.

Rolling Out

Meet Maricarmen Lopez, a former bartender who turned an internship at an indie label into a career in the music industry. Find out how she transitioned from music to being a co-executive producer with VH1's newest show, “Love & Hop Miami.”