Media

ZGS Communications announced that Luis Hernández has been named Vice President and General Manager of KVDA Telemundo San Antonio.

Telemundo Media announced  that Mexican journalist Edgardo del Villar will join the Noticias Telemundo team. Edgardo del Villar will serve as a correspondent and fill-in presenter for a number of the Hispanic network’s programs, including “Un Nuevo Día,” “Al Rojo Vivo con María Celeste” and “Noticiero Telemundo.” 

Telemundo Media celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with coverage and special events on all its platforms, including programming, digital and local stations thoughrough the United States starting this Sunday, September 15. As part of the festivities, the U.S. Hispanic network will air “Viva México: El Grito” a live special this Sunday at 11:58pm/10:58c, as well as a block of classic movies prior to this traditional event. Additionally, Deportes Telemundo will have ”Futbol Americano: Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana,” a special dedicated to Hispanic NFL players. Telemundo Station Group is celebrating “Fiestas Patrias” by participating in a series of events highlighting the independence of Mexico and various Latin American countries.

How big can your phone actually become and still be considered a phone?

According to Kids and Apps: A New Era of Play, the latest report from global information company, The NPD Group, 79 percent of parents with children ages 2 – 14 report that they or their children own some type of mobile device, such as a traditional cell phone, smartphone, or tablet; up from 63 percent last year.

 “Hecho en America” celebrates and allows the inspiring journey of Latinos achieving the American Dream to be told by those changing it. 

Discovery en Español celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by showcasing the spirit of achievement and determination shared by Hispanics who immigrate to the United States in search of a better future.

According to the Daily News, the New York International Latino Film Festival’s Calixto Chinchilla announced this week that he is closing the curtains on the festival.

To celebrate Rafael Nadal’s US Open victory, ESPN debuted its latest addition to the award-winning “This is SportsCenter”  franchise with a spot that features the Spanish champion. 

Liberman Broadcasting’s syndicated morning show El Show De Don Cheto has secured a deal with Adelante Media Group.

Grupo ¡HOLA! has partnered with ATRESMEDIA TELEVISION to launch ¡HOLA! TV in the coming weeks throughout Latin America and the U.S.

With Labor Day behind us, it’s time once again to get back to work and school. When it comes to work, recent studies have shown that Hispanic Adult Millennials (ages 18-34) continue to be hit hard by the tough economic conditions since 2008 – however, bilingual Hispanics in this age group appear to be faring better than those who are foreign-born and Spanish-dominant.

In September Cinelatino has prepared a special showcase of films dedicated to all of the men and women who have left behind their families, their country and their roots for a better life in the United States with four movies that reflect the realities that many Hispanics have experienced in their journey to achieve the “American Dream.”

Making its debut on LATV is the new magazine show Latino TV, hosted by music journalist Giselle Ugarte. Latino TV “lives life with an accent” with exclusive profiles and interviews featuring some of the biggest celebrities, music stars, athletes, and leaders in the American Latino community.

GLR Networks is pleased to announced the addition of journalist Neida Sandoval, and their new Infopinion radio show to their Spanish language programming geared towards Hispanics living in America. Self-titled, “Neida Sandoval”, is formatted to specifically target Mexican Regional stations and covers all current topics that affect the lives of today’s Latinos. Such topics include: society, family, economics involving day-to-day life, and the social aspect of health, among others.

  A new survey finds that most internet users would like to be anonymous online, but many think it is not possible to be completely anonymous online

  88% of consumers use mobile devices and PCs when planning a purchase. Here’s a look at the changing behaviors of mobile shoppers.

Companies that are willing to go for an edge, and take risks achieve great results. This in turn improves sales and market share. An example, is this commercial between Abitab, an Uruguayan payment services company and World Cup player Luis Suarez. Suarez is one of the most out going soccer personalities today. He’s controversial, funny and extremely likeable. Abitad recognized these factors and utilized them, connecting its services with Suarez’s personality. The result translated the payment services into a fun experience.

The offering includes the following CNN en Español shows: Café CNN, Cala, Aristegui, Showbiz, NotiMujer, Encuentro Live, Directo USA, Panorama Mundial, CNN Dinero, CNN Mexico Perspectivas, Clix, Choque de Opiniones, Mexico Opina, Salud con la Dra. Azaret, Panorama USA, Contrastes, and Sin Límites.

Univision Deportes announced a partnership with Kingsford Charcoal to extend the grilling season.