Carter Smith (born September 6, 1971) is an American filmmaker and fashion photographer.

He is best known for directing the films The Ruins (2008), Jamie Marks Is Dead (2014) and Swallowed (2022).

A native of Bowdoinham, Maine, Smith moved to New York City after graduating from Mt.

Smith has shot photo spreads for Vogue, GQ, and W Magazine, as well as numerous celebrity photo shoots.

[2] Smith began his career as a filmmaker directing commercials for clients such as Lancôme, Tommy Hilfiger and Tiffany's.