NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises has appointed Jacqueline Castro as VP of production for Telemundo Studios to oversee in-house and third-party productions.
Castro will lead multiple Spanish-language production teams, ensuring the highest quality across all entertainment content. She will collaborate with development executives on project evaluation, script approval and creative adaptations to streamline production processes and deliver innovative, relevant content for U.S. Hispanic audiences. She will oversee all phases of production, from preproduction to final delivery, and serve as a key liaison between Telemundo Studios and external production partners.
Additionally, Castro will collaborate with executive producers, finance and production teams on budgeting, cost analysis and overall project strategy to ensure smooth execution throughout the creative process.
Castro has two decades of experience in media and entertainment. She most recently served as executive director of unscripted content and production for Sony Pictures Entertainment, overseeing projects for both the Latin America and U.S. Hispanic markets. In that role, she executive produced unscripted series such as Netflix’s Dale, Dale; TV Azteca’s Escape Perfecto; and Sony Channel’s Shark Tank Mexico seasons seven through nine; and Shark Tank Colombia seasons five and six.
When Castro was at Mediapro, she served as executive producer for HBO’s Las Bravas. Earlier in her career, she brought to life Nada Personal and Vivir a Destiempo during her time with Azteca.
“Jacky brings an extraordinary blend of creative vision and operational expertise that will be invaluable as we continue expanding Telemundo Studios’ content slate,” said Javier Pons, executive VP of Telemundo Studios. “Her deep understanding of Spanish-language media and her commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative productions will play a key role in driving our growth and strengthening our connection with Latino audiences across the globe.”
“I am thrilled to join Telemundo Studios and work alongside such a dynamic and creative team,” Castro commented. “Telemundo’s commitment to delivering bold, groundbreaking content resonates deeply with me, and I am eager to be a part of the next wave of innovative storytelling that will captivate and inspire audiences everywhere.”
