Schwarz named VP of Programming & Production for Univision Cable Networks.

Univision Communications Inc. announced Cristina Schwarz is the new vice president of Programming and Production for Univision Cable Networks. Schwarz, who will dual- report to Univision Cable Networks senior vice president Jessica Rodriguez and Sebastian Trujillo, senior vice president and Operating Manager for Galavisión, has more than 25 years experience in television and broadcasting, including nearly two decades working with Hispanic media.
 
“I am pleased to welcome Cristina back to the Univision family,” said Rodriguez. “For 17 years, Cristina worked for Univision in the New York market in many capacities, including production and sales. Her depth of experience, combined with her personal knowledge about the Univision audience, makes her the perfect choice to help us build on our success at Univision Cable Networks as we look to grow and hone in on our audiences’ passion points.”
 
Since leaving Univision in 2005, Schwarz has operated her own company, CSLR, Ltd., a consultancy for international media companies. CSLR worked with U.S. cable and satellite companies and on specific projects in Argentina, Colombia and the Dominican Republic.  Schwarz also previously served as vice president and general manager for three New York television stations within the Univision Television Group; led sales teams for Univision and Telemundo networks; and worked in advertising for the Bravo Group and Caballero Spanish Radio Network.
 
“I am thrilled to return to Univision to work closely with an incredibly talented team of professionals. My passion for and knowledge of our Hispanic audiences will enable me to bring relevant, informative, quality program to Univision’s viewing community.”