Television

The days of cable companies maintaining a stranglehold on content pipelines are a distant memory. Today, TV viewers have a wealth of options available to them, with some of the most appealing TV content coming though digital channels. But research shows that those who watch TV content place a premium on the ability to watch original programming.

NBCU CEO Steve Burke said that most of the executives working with Zalaznick would instead report to executive VP Cesar Conde, who joined NBCU from Univision earlier this month.

Alterna’TV will be introducing the new Hispanic-focused wellness channel, INTI Network TV, to cable television providers in America beginning in October.

Telemundo 52- KVEA announced that Julio Vaqueiro has been named News Anchor for “Noticiero Telemundo 52, Buenos Dias Los Angeles.”

KUTH Univision 32 announced the addition of two daily local news broadcasts in the Salt Lake City market. “Noticias 32 Salt Lake City” (News 32 Salt Lake City), will air weeknights from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and from 10 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. MDT on Univision 32 Salt Lake City. Anchored by new local news talent, Irene Caso, the newscasts will feature local news, weather and sports coverage.

Telemundo Nueva York announced that Colombian journalist Gloria Echeverry has been named news anchor for “Noticiero Telemundo Nueva York,” effective September 30. In her new role, Echeverry will co-anchor the 6pm and 11pm weekday newscasts along with renowned journalist Jorge Ramos.

Telemundo Media announced the appointment of industry veteran Aileen Angulo as Senior Vice President, On-Air Promotions. Angulo is based in Miami and will report to Jesús Torres Viera, Executive Vice President of Programming, Telemundo Media.

  Premiering as part of the network’s Hispanic Heritage month programming and presented in tandem with the NCLR’s ALMA awards, the series takes a cue from the motto of the new Latino movement – “50 million strong, making it in America.”  “Hecho en America” celebrates and allows the inspiring journey of Latinos achieving the American Dream to be told by those changing it.

  Univision Communications, Inc. announced two key appointments to its executive team today; Rick Ehrman, a 20-year industry veteran, has joined the Company as executive vice president of Corporate Business Development and Jennifer Ball, who joined Univision in 2008, has been promoted and named executive vice president of Content Distribution Marketing and Partnerships.

The Univision Network’s hit entertainment news and gossip show, “El Gordo y La Flaca”, is celebrating a truly memorable milestone this fall: 15 uninterrupted years on the air with the original hosts, the original schedule, and non-stop success.

NBCUniversal announced the appointment of Comcast executive Marlene Sanchez Dooner to Executive Vice President, Hispanic Enterprises & Content (HEC).

Cinelatino will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a campaign that includes some of the biggest and most recent blockbuster hits from across Latin America, Mexico, and the Caribbean throughout the month of October.

  The Cabo Comedy Festival, under the slogan “Where the Land Ends and the Fun Begins,” has aligned with NUVOtv, to broadcast the first ever comedy festival in Cabo.

  Tr3s announced the premier of new acquisitions from Azteca, as part of its new fall lineup.

  ESPN and ESPN Deportes kick off the month-long celebration with One Nacion: ESPN Celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Hispanic Heritage Month, a show centered around the countdown of the top 10 most influential Hispanic athletes of all times.

  NBCUniversal announced today that Cesar Conde will join the company as an Executive Vice President reporting to Steve Burke, Chief Executive Officer, NBCUniversal.  Conde comes to NBCUniversal from Univision, where he served as President since 2009.   

Univision Communications, Inc. announced a reorganization of the Univision Networks team, under which Alberto Ciurana, president of Programming and Content; Isaac Lee, president of News; and Juan Carlos Rodriquez, president of Univision Deportes will report directly to Randy Falco, president and chief executive officer of Univision Communications, Inc.

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.