Univision Promotes Jonathan Schwartz to New Post

NEW YORK: Univision Communications Inc. (UCI) has elevated Jonathan Schwartz to the newly created position of chief legal and corporate affairs officer.

Schwartz will remain in New York, where he will continue to report to Randy Falco, president and CEO. He previously served as executive VP, general counsel and head of government relations and secretary.

In addition to continuing to serve as UCI’s top lawyer, Schwartz will oversee the newly created legal and corporate affairs department, which will include within it the following areas: legal and business affairs, corporate compliance, government relations, corporate social responsibility, community empowerment, standards and practices, advertising review and compliance, and corporate-PLA services.

“Since joining UCI, Jon has played a key role on our leadership team as UCI has evolved into a mainstream media company with a growing portfolio of assets in the broadcast, cable and digital space,” said Falco. “In addition, he has led the creation of a best-in-class compliance team and built out a robust government relations function.”

“I’m grateful to be part of an organization that is dedicated to delivering top-tier news, entertainment and information to diverse audiences across our country,” Schwartz added. “I look forward to furthering the company’s efforts to maintain standards and relationships that have earned us the trust and respect of the communities we serve.”