In this role, the former SPT executive will lead Telemundo Studios’ production strategy, overseeing both in-house and third-party productions.
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises announced today the appointment of Jacqueline Castro as Vice President of Production for Telemundo Studios. In this new role, Castro will lead Telemundo Studios’ production strategy and oversee both in-house and third-party productions.
As Telemundo Studios expands its content offering under the leadership of Ronald Day, President of Entertainment and Chief Content Officer, Castro will collaborate closely with the team and report directly to Javier Pons, Executive Vice President of Telemundo Studios.
“Jacky brings an extraordinary combination of creative vision and operational experience that will be invaluable as we continue to expand Telemundo Studios’ content offering,” said Pons. “Her deep knowledge of Spanish-language media and commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality productions will play a key role in our growth and strengthening our connection with Latino audiences around the world.”
Castro will lead multiple Spanish-language production teams, ensuring the highest quality across all entertainment content. He 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.
Castro will oversee all phases of production—from pre-production to final delivery—and serve as the key liaison between Telemundo Studios and external production partners. Additionally, she 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.
With two decades of work in media and entertainment, Castro brings a wealth of experience in creative development, production and operations for Spanish-language programming, serving both the Latin American market and the U.S. Hispanic market.
“I am thrilled to join Telemundo Studios and work alongside such a dynamic and creative team,” said Castro. “I deeply share Telemundo’s commitment to delivering bold, innovative content, and I am ready to be part of the next wave of groundbreaking storytelling that will captivate and inspire audiences wherever they are.”
Castro is a seasoned professional in Spanish-language media and most recently served as Executive Director of Unscripted Content and Production for Sony Pictures Entertainment, overseeing projects for the Latin American and U.S. Hispanic markets. In this role, she executive produced several high-profile reality series, including Netflix’s Dale, Dale, TV Azteca’s Escape Perfecto (2023), Sony Channel’s Shark Tank Mexico (seasons 7-9) and Shark Tank Colombia (seasons 5-6).
Castro’s experience also extends to fiction content. During her time at Mediapro, she served as executive producer of HBO’s Las Bravas and, earlier in her career, brought to life acclaimed dramas such as Nada Personal and Vivir a Destiempo during her time at TV Azteca in Mexico City.
Castro holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Universidad Anáhuac in Mexico City, where she graduated with honors.
