Telemundo Taps Former Endemol Shine Latino Exec

MIAMI: Telemundo has appointed Mauricio Piccone, previously of Endemol Shine Latino, as the senior VP of reality programming.

In his new role, Piccone is tasked with overseeing in-house and external reality productions in the U.S. and Latin America. His remit includes reality programs, specials, daily shows, live events and new development projects. He will also manage third-party producers, partners and co-productions to streamline processes and ensure the delivery of innovative programming. He will be based in Miami and will work alongside Maria Lopez-Alvarez, who is also senior VP of reality programming. He will report to Jesus Torres Viera, the executive VP of programming and content.

“As our breadth of realities expands, we are thrilled to have Mauricio join our team to lead our strong reality-programming strategy at Telemundo,” said Torres Viera. “His 20-year career in reality programming and strong interpersonal skills are a valuable asset in continuing to build on our momentum.”

Prior to joining Telemundo, Piccone served as senior VP and co-executive VP at Endemol Shine Latino, where he negotiated the creation, development and completion of several original formats in the U.S. Hispanic and Latin American markets and oversaw the production of content. Before that, Piccone was executive producer for Sony Entertainment Television’s Mexico’s Next Top Model, Endemol Mexico/Televisa’s Fear Factor and other projects.