{"id":470,"date":"2012-05-01T05:00:12","date_gmt":"2012-05-01T09:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bejone03.expressions.syr.edu\/trf235\/?p=470"},"modified":"2013-04-14T14:29:47","modified_gmt":"2013-04-14T18:29:47","slug":"univision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bejone03.expressions.syr.edu\/trf235\/2012\/05\/01\/univision\/","title":{"rendered":"Univision"},"content":{"rendered":"
by Samantha Hart<\/pre>\n
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(Click the Univision logo above or here<\/a> to view The New American Reality of Univision<\/em>)\u00a0[1]<\/a>[2]<\/a>[3]<\/a><\/p>\n
Type:\u00a0<\/strong>Broadcast Television Network<\/h6>\n
Broadcast Area<\/strong>: United States, Puerto Rico<\/h6>\n
Country:<\/strong>\u00a0United States Production<\/h6>\n
State<\/strong>: Doral, Florida<\/h6>\n
Slogan:<\/strong> Todos Estamos con Univision – “<\/em>We All Are With Univision“<\/em><\/h6>\n
<\/em>Launch Date:<\/strong> September 30, 1962<\/h6>\n
Official Website:<\/strong> Univision.com<\/a><\/h6>\n
Former Names:<\/strong> Spanish International Network (1962-1986)<\/a><\/h6>\n
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Key Executives for Univision Communications, Inc.<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>[4]<\/a><\/h6>\n
Randy Falco \u00a0–\u00a0Chief Exceutive Officer<\/a><\/h6>\n
Cesar Conde \u00a0– \u00a0President<\/a><\/h6>\n
Kevin Conroy –\u00a0President; Univision Interactive Media and Enterprise Developement<\/a><\/h6>\n
Chiqui Cartagena –\u00a0Vice President; Corporate Marketing<\/a><\/h6>\n
Charlie Echeverry –\u00a0EVP Sales; Univision Interactive Media<\/a><\/h6>\n
Jessica Rodriguez – Senior Vice President, Univision Cable Networks<\/a><\/h6>\n
Graciela Eleta –\u00a0Senior Vice President; Client Development Group<\/a><\/h6>\n
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Univision Properties<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>[5]<\/a><\/p>\n
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Brief History:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/strong>The Univision \/ Telefutura Television Group, Inc. operates as a\u00a0subsidary of Univision Communications, Inc as of\u00a01992. Based out of Los Angeles, California, Univision \/ Telefutura Television Group, Inc. owns and operates a network of English and\u00a0Spanish-language television stations (full-power and low-power) in the United States and Puerto Rico. It owns and operates 19 full-power and seven low-power stations that assist the distribution of the Univision Network in multiple areas. These stations are considered to be the number one Spanish-language stations in most markets and continue to outdeliver some English-language stations. Continue to learn the history<\/a> of Univision Television Group, Inc. [6]<\/a>\u00a0[7]<\/a><\/p>\n
January 2012:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\"\"<\/a>Kicking off in January, DISH Network became the first distributor to launch a number of of Univision\u2019s television\u00a0networks. The combination of the nations third largest pay-TV provider (DISH Network) and America\u2019s leading company serving the Hispanic demographic (Univision) has led to a multi-year, multi-platform agreement that will begin in the first half of 2012. This will give DISH Network subscribers, specifically Latinos, a chance to obtain a selection of Spanish-language networks and programs from their own homes. DISH subscribers will be provided with Univision Deportes, Univision Tlnovelas, Univision Noticias and Univision Deportes Dos. [8]<\/a> [9]<\/a>\u00a0[10]<\/a><\/p>\n
\"\"<\/a>In relation to distribution, Univision has highly popular cable television shows and continues to create an assortment of series to relate to the viewer. For example, \u201cThe Biggest Loser\u201d is one of America\u2019s most watched reality shows and Univision will be bringing a similar series to its weekly airing during primetime: \u201cDale Con Ganas.\u201d A reality show, relatively similar to that of \u201cThe Biggest Loser,\u201d its host will be Alfonso \u2018Poncho\u2019 de Anda, who is also a co-host of \u201cDespierta America\u201d (Wake-Up America). \u00a0Four Hispanic trainers, Maria Simon, Mercalo Crudele, Oscar Luna and Luis Alberto Aracena will work to train four Hispanic families over the course of three months. These contestants will fight to lose the most weight in order to receive a whopping $100,000 in prize money and a feeling of satisfaction in themselves and each other. Premiere date is Wednesday, January 11 at 10 PM ET\/PT (9 p.m. CT)[11]<\/a>[12]<\/a><\/p>\n
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\"\"<\/a>Another show that premiered on January 30 at 8 P.M. ET\/PT (7P.M. Central) is \u201cEl Talism\u00e1n,\u201d a new type of drama between a cynical, yet loving father who loses everything in a poker game. His daughter, Camila falls in love with a man, Pedro.\u00a0 Secrecy, lies and manipulation drives this television show, enabling Camila\u2019s father to destroy their relationship. The deceit and manipulation keep the audience wanting more, keeping them interested while Camila and Pedro search for the \u201ctalisman.\u201d [13]<\/a>\u00a0In fact, \u201cEl Talism\u00e1n\u201d delivered the highest produced novela premiere.\u00a0 Over 5 million viewers tuned in to watch this premiere on Monday, January 30th<\/sup>. [14]<\/a>\u00a0During this premiere time, Univision was ranked as the No. 2 broadcast network, beating a number of well-known networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, and CW). [15]<\/a>\u00a0This show continues to show high ratings weekly according to TVbytheNumbers<\/a>, Network TV\u2019s Press Releases. [16]<\/a>\u00a0[17]<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\"\"<\/a>A new cooking show, \u201cDelicioso,\u201d will debut on February 4th<\/sup> at 1:00 P.M. ET\/PT (12 P.M. Central). [18] <\/a>Celebrity chef, Ingrid Hoffmann will be the main host during this one-hour show that will run on the Univision Network. She will teach and instruct viewers how to create and prepare delicious, easy cooked meals for families and friends. \u00a0The show will also feature special guests and offer healthy lifestyle commentary and cooking recommendations. [19]<\/a>\u00a0Hoffmann commented that her \u201cstyle of cooking is that of simple and delicious recipes that don\u2019t require elaborate techniques and hours of slaving in the kitchen,\u201d which will be appealing to most viewers due to simplicity. [20]<\/a>\u00a0To learn more about Ingrid Hoffman\u2019s cooking show, \u201cDelicioso,\u201d go to Univision.com, keyword: Delicioso<\/a>. [21]<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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February 2012:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Univision Communications Inc., announces the new vice president of Programming and Production for Univision Cable Networks as Cristina Schwarz. Being a part of the Univision family for seventeen years, gives her the experience needed to hold such a position with honor and respectability. [22]<\/a><\/h6>\n
\"\"<\/a>TeleFutura is set to premiere International Hit Series of Family Guy on Monday, February 20th<\/sup> at 7 P.M. ET\/PT 9 (6P.M. Central). [23]<\/a>\u00a0[24]<\/a>\u00a0This \u00a0hit series portrays the \u201codd\u201d Griffin \u00a0family with sarcastic humor and screwball characters.\u00a0 The family centered characters consist of Peter (father), Lois (Mother), Brian (Dog), Meg (Daughter), Chris (Son), and Stewie (Baby).\u00a0 It follows the adventures of this chaotic and irrationally hilarious family in the imaginary town of Quahog. [25]<\/a>\u00a0It is sure to win over Hispanics across the country when it is premiered in Spanish. Learn more about Seth MacFarlane\u2019s, Family Guy<\/a> and it\u2019s outlandish plots. [26]<\/a><\/p>\n
\"\"<\/a>The finale of \u201cLos Heroes del Norte,\u201d a Galavision original series, ranks as the #1 primetime Spanish-language telecast last night. Over 2 million viewers tuned in to the show\u2019s finale, which followed the show\u2019s five band members on their quest for stardom.\u00a0 For those who missed the latest episode, episode recaps, videos and photos of the cast are available online at Univision.com, keyword Los Heroes del Norte. [27]<\/a>\u00a0\u201cLos Heroes del Norte\u201d did exceptionally well this season, with 18 full episodes airing on Galavision. An average of 278,000 viewers tuned in weekly, a triple-digit growth from last year\u2019s number of viewers. [28]<\/a><\/p>\n
The hit reality beauty competition \u201cNuestra Belleza Latina\u201d is set to return for a 6th<\/sup> season.\u00a0\u00a0 It will premiere on Sunday, March 4th<\/sup> at 8:00 P.M. ET\/PT on the Univision network.\u00a0 The eye-catching glamour and the thrill of the competition has been reaching the consumer with grand numbers. [29]<\/a>\u00a0In fact, the recent premiere of Nuestra Belleza Latina reached 6.7 million total viewers who tuned in to watch the two-hour broadcast. [30]<\/a><\/p>\n
Univision, the leading Spanish-speaking broadcast network, outranks ABC, NBC, and CBS as the #2 Network for Adults 18-34. The network, which has an average primetime audience of almost 3.6 million viewers, generates 40% more viewers than its leading competitor, ABC. Univision was the only broadcast network that didn\u2019t lose primetime viewership, citing a +5% increase in viewers, while ABC suffered a -2% decrease, CBS suffered a -2% decrease, and Fox suffered a -19% decrease. [31]<\/a> Sunday nights are the network\u2019s most successful, with shows like \u201cParodiando\u201d and \u201cSal y Pimienta\u201d which rake in an average of 2.4 million viewers each week. [32]<\/a><\/p>\n
March 2012:<\/strong><\/h5>\n
TeleFutura delivers double-digit audience growth in February Sweep 2012 in comparison to Novemeber 2011 Sweep.\u00a0 Set to end the February 2012 Sweep with an extremely strong audience growth in the course of all key demographics. [33]<\/a>\u00a0Univision is also set to finish February sweeps as No.1 network on Friday nights among Adults 18-34 with an average audience of 3.6 million total viewers in this specific catgory. [34]<\/a><\/p>\n
\"\"<\/a>\u201cNuestra Belleza Latina,\u201d Univision\u2019s top-ranking reality series, announces the 12 finalists that will continue on in the competition. Half of the show\u2019s 24 female competitors were eliminated last night. Friendships were tested and bonds were broken. The remaining contestants will be relocated to a mansion in Miami. There, they will compete in difficult challenges and showcase their talents, in hopes of winning $250,000 in cash and prizes, and the opportunity to become a Univision television personality. The series, in its most-watched season to date, airs every Sunday from 8 p.m. \u2013 10 p.m. on Univision.\u00a0Since its debut in 2007, the reality show has become one of Univision\u2019s most popular series. [35] <\/a>[36]<\/a><\/p>\n
Univision names Michael Rodriguez as Vice President and General Manager of (Miami) Univision Television Group. Making his start at Univision Radio, Rodriquez has upheld his title and experience, and has made a shift in the direction of the Univision Television Group. \u00a0 [37]<\/a><\/p>\n
April 2012<\/strong>:<\/p>\n
\"\"<\/a>Univision announces that the series finale of \u201cParodiando,\u201d its top-ranking talent and comedy show, will be two hours long, and air this Sunday at 7 p.m on Univision. The final show will feature the remaining 10 finalists competing for the glory and title of best celebrity impersonator. The series originally featured 58 aspiring comedians, who were one-by-one eliminated by judge and famed celebrity impersonator, Gilberto Gless, as well as a group of Mexican comedians. [38]\u00a0<\/a>[39]<\/a><\/p>\n
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Univision, the leading Spanish-speaking broadcast network, names Antonio Roman as senior vice president of National Sales for the Television Station Group. Mark Dante, executive vice president of Television Station Group Ad Sales, made the announcement today. Roman\u2019s experience and his ability to form relationships and develop solutions made him the ideal candidate for the position, Dante said.\u00a0Roman\u2019s relationship with Univision spans over a decade. He started as an account executive at the KMEX Univision in Los Angeles in 1996, and worked his way up from there, serving as the local sales manager, the vice president of Marketing and Business Development for the Univision Television Group. He also served as vice president of Network Sales, Southeast and Southwest Regions. [40]<\/a><\/p>\n
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References:<\/p>\n
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  1. \u00a0Unvision Logo – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. The New American Reality – Univision.com\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. The New American Reality Video – YouTube.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Specific Information for Key Executive Officers – Univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Univision Properties – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. More History of Univision – Businessweek.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Univision\/Telefutura Television Group – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. Univision & Dish Network Agreement – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  9. Dish Network to distribute new Univision channels – latimes.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  10. Univision & Dish Network – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  11. Dale Con Ganas –\u00a0“Biggest Loser” New Program – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  12. Dale Con Ganas – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  13. “El Talism\u00e1n” – Premiere Date – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  14. “El Talism\u00e1n” – Premiere Numbers – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  15. “El Talism\u00e1n” – Premiere Ratings – tvbythenumbers.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  16. “El Talism\u00e1n” – Weekly Ratings – tvbythenumbers.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  17. “El Talism\u00e1n” – Image\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n
  18. “Delicioso” – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  19. “Delicioso” – New Program – Coporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  20. “Delicioso” – hispanicprblog.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  21. Univision’s Delicioso Website – Cocina.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  22. Univision’s New V.P. – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  23. Family Guy on TeleFutura – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  24. Family Guy and Univision – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  25. Family Guy News – hispanicallyspeakingnews.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  26. Family Guy on FOX – fox.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  27. “Los Heroes del Norte” – Univision Show – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  28. “Los Heroes del Norte” – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  29. “Nuestra Belleza Latina” – Beauty Competition – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  30. “Nuestra Belleza Latina” – Numbers – rbr.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  31. Univision Leading Network – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  32. Univision Numbers – rbr.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  33. TeleFutura – February Sweeps – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  34. February Sweeps 2012 – tvbythenumbers.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  35. “Nuestra Belleza Latina” – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  36. “Nuestra Belleza Latina” – Image<\/a><\/li>\n
  37. Michael Rodriquez – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  38. “Parodiando” – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  39. “Parodiando” – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n
  40. Antonio Roman – VP of National Sales – Corporate.univision.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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