CSI Co-Creator Carol Mendelsohn Signs with Universal Television

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Carol Mendelsohn and Julie Weitz, principals of Carol Mendelsohn Productions, have signed an exclusive overall producing deal with Universal Television.

Mendelsohn is co-creator and writer of the CSI franchise. Her credits also include The Defenders, the original Melrose Place and Game of Silence. “We’re excited to be in business with such a creative and accomplished group of women,” said Mendelsohn.

“Writer/producers of the caliber of Carol Mendelsohn and Julie Weitz don’t come along that often, and I am proud they have chosen to call Universal Television home,” said Pearlena Igbokwe, president of Universal Television.