Univision Communications Inc. announced it has named a new vice president of sales. Effective immediately, Shari Post has the job.

She will be based in the company’s New York office and will report to Steve Mandala, EVP of Advertising Sales. Post will oversee linear TV sales for UCI’s El Rey and Fusion.

“She will leverage her strong industry relationships to collaborate with key UCI stakeholders and advance the company’s strategic sales objectives, Univision says in its announcement. “Ms. Post will also serve as a team leader with day-to-day responsibility for Group M, reporting to Carlos Deschapelles, EVP, Multimedia & Sports Sales, on agency management responsibilities and opportunities.”

The announcement adds: “A well-regarded sales executive, Shari brings demonstrated experience from both the agency and network side of the business. Prior to joining UCI, Shari spent many years with NBCUniversal in various roles and during her tenure successfully established multi-media partnerships to drive sales volume and revenue tied to startup brands, and served as lead for Daytime, Late Night and Primetime sales. In addition to her time with NBCUniversal, she has also worked with RER Entertainment, ESPN and Grey Advertising. Shari holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing & Adverting from Mercy College.”

Shari Post (Univision)