What Telemadrid does

Telemadrid (legal name: Radio Televisión Madrid) is the public regional broadcaster for the Community of Madrid, Spain, founded in 1989 and wholly owned by the regional government. It operates a multi-platform media portfolio consisting of two television channels (Telemadrid as the primary channel and La Otra as a secondary channel with alternative programming), one radio station (Onda Madrid, founded 1985), and a digital streaming platform (TLMad). The organization's core technology stack comprises broadcast television and radio production, digital streaming infrastructure, and multimedia content distribution across web, mobile, and social channels. Programmatic output includes flagship news programs (Telenoticias 1 y 2, 120 Minutos, Madrid Directo, El Enfoque), morning shows (Buenos Días Madrid), employment programming (Madrid Trabaja), documentary series (Madrileños por el Mundo), and live event coverage. Headcount is 251-500 employees, including 200+ professionals mobilized for major events such as Pope Leo XIV's 2025 visit to Spain.

Telemadrid's business model is primarily public funding through annual budget allocation from the Community of Madrid government, with advertising revenue as a secondary income stream. It operates as a free-to-air public broadcaster with no charges to viewers and no subscription pricing. Distribution channels span regional broadcast (TV/radio), an international signal targeting Spanish-speaking diaspora, digital streaming via telemadrid.es and TLMad, and active presence across eight social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, WhatsApp). The audience is segmented horizontally: a primary Madrid regional audience seeking local news and cultural content, and a secondary international Spanish-speaking audience. Notable operational highlights include 1M+ viewers for papal visit coverage, 105K average audience for bullfighting content during the Feria de San Isidro, and multiple industry recognitions (Premios Antena de Plata, Comité Olímpico Español awards in 2025-2026). A strategic partnership with Universidad Complutense de Madrid (announced June 2025) for the Master's in Television 360 program supports talent and content development.

Name

Telemadrid

Legal name

Radio Televisión Madrid

Website

https://telemadrid.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Telemadrid (Radio Televisión Madrid) is the public regional broadcaster for Spain's Community of Madrid, operating two TV channels, a radio station (Onda Madrid), and a digital streaming platform (TLMad), funded by regional government allocation and serving the Madrid general public plus international Spanish-speaking audiences with news, sports, and cultural programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Broadcasting

NAICS

Television Broadcasting Stations (516120), Radio Broadcasting Stations (516110), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (5162), Broadcasting and Content Providers (516)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Radio Broadcasting Stations (4832)

akta.pro primary industry

Spanish-Language & Multilingual Broadcast Networks (MPABAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Spanish-Language & Multicultural Radio Networks (MPABABAG), News OTT & Live News Streaming Channels (MPABAHAK), International TV Broadcasters (Free-to-Air/Satellite/Cable) (MPABAEAJ)

Keywords

• Regional television broadcasting
• Regional radio broadcasting
• News programming
• Public media services
• Digital streaming content

Headquarters

HQ city

Pozuelo De Alarcón

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Broadcasting: Public broadcasting funded primarily through government allocation from the Comunidad de Madrid, with advertising revenue as secondary income source

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Telemadrid (Radio Televisión Madrid) is the public regional broadcaster for the Community of Madrid, producing and distributing news, entertainment, sports, cultural, and documentary programming across television (Telemadrid and La Otra), radio (Onda Madrid), and digital streaming platforms (TLMad and telemadrid.es). It delivers free-to-air regional, national, and international content 24/7 to Madrid-region viewers and the Spanish-speaking diaspora, including flagship daily news programs, sports coverage, and live event broadcasts.

Product overview

Telemadrid (Radio Televisión Madrid) is the public regional broadcaster for the Community of Madrid operating a multi-platform media portfolio. The core offering consists of three main channels: Telemadrid (primary television), Onda Madrid (radio), and La Otra (secondary television), supplemented by the digital platform TLMad for streaming content. The television arm produces flagship news programs including Telenoticias 1 y 2, 120 Minutos, Madrid Directo, and El Enfoque, while the radio division offers programming through Buenos Días Madrid, El Enfoque, Madrid Trabaja, and various podcast content. All channels are available via live streaming (Telemadrid en directo), and the organization maintains active presence across major social media platforms. The broadcaster also produces documentary series such as Madrileños por el Mundo and covers sports, culture, and local community content.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Telemadrid (Televisión) Primary regional television channel broadcasting news, sports, entertainment programs, and live coverage of events in Madrid and international news, available 24/7 to the Community of Madrid audience.
• Onda Madrid Regional public radio station offering news bulletins, talk shows, sports coverage, and podcast content including programs like Buenos Días Madrid, Madrid Directo, El Enfoque, and Madrid Trabaja for the Madrid region.
• La Otra Second regional television channel featuring alternative programming including sports coverage, documentaries (Docustar), and local content for Madrid viewers.
• TLMad Digital content platform providing access to streaming video, program guides, and additional on-demand content from Telemadrid and Onda Madrid.
• Telemadrid en directo (Live Streaming) Live streaming service allowing viewers to watch Telemadrid, La Otra, and Onda Madrid in real-time online.
• Telenoticias 1 y 2 Flagship daily news programs with presenters including Laura Gómez (Telenoticias 2), providing regional, national, and international news coverage to Madrid viewers.
• 120 Minutos Extended news magazine program covering current affairs, interviews, and in-depth reporting on political and social topics.
• Madrid Directo Live news and current affairs program with presenters Emilio Pineda and Francine Gálvez, covering breaking news and community events in Madrid.
• El Enfoque Radio and television news program presented by Jesús Clemente offering analytical coverage of current events.
• Buenos Días Madrid Morning news and lifestyle program covering regional news, traffic, weather, and community features for the Madrid region.
• Madrid Trabaja Employment-focused program providing job listings, career guidance, and labor market information for the Madrid region.
• Madrileños por el Mundo Travel documentary series exploring Madrid communities and their connections worldwide.
• Podcast / Últimos Podcast On-demand audio content from Onda Madrid radio programs available for streaming and download.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 million viewers for major events like Pope Leo XIV's visit
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Universidad Complutense de MadridcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 June 2025Telemadrid partners with Universidad Complutense de Madrid for the Master's in Television 360, providing practical training and industry experience for students while leveraging academic expertise for content development and professional development programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Euskal Telebista (ETB): Basque Country's regional public broadcaster operating multiple TV channels, radio stations, and a digital platform. Directly comparable as a Spanish autonomous-community public broadcaster with the same funding model (regional government) and bilingual/regional content focus similar to Telemadrid's Madrid-centric positioning.
• Canal Sur: Andalusia's regional public broadcaster operating TV and radio channels. Directly comparable as a Spanish autonomous-community public broadcaster with a regional mandate, multi-channel operations, and government-funded model mirroring Telemadrid's structure.
• Aragón TV: Aragon's regional public broadcaster under the Corporación Aragonesa de Radio y Televisión. Directly comparable as a smaller Spanish autonomous-community public broadcaster with TV, radio, and digital operations funded by regional government.
• Castilla-La Mancha Media (CMM): Regional public broadcaster for Castilla-La Mancha operating TV and digital services. Comparable as another Spanish autonomous-community public broadcaster with similar regional mandate, funding model, and multi-platform operations.
• À Punt Mèdia: Valencian regional public broadcaster operating TV and radio channels. Comparable as another Spanish autonomous-community public broadcaster with the same regional public service mandate, multi-channel TV/radio portfolio, and government-funded model.
• IB3 (Ens Públic de Radiotelevisió de les Illes Balears): Balearic Islands' regional public broadcaster operating TV and radio channels. Comparable as a smaller Spanish autonomous-community public broadcaster with the same regional public service mandate and government-funded structure.
• TV3 (Corporació Catalana de Mitjans Audiovisuals): Public broadcaster for Catalonia operating TV3 and Catalonia Ràdio under a similar regional public service mandate. Directly comparable as another autonomous-community public broadcaster in Spain with multi-channel TV, radio, and digital streaming operations funded primarily by regional government allocation.

Broad incumbents

• Radio Televisión Española (RTVE): Spain's national public broadcaster operating La 1, La 2, Teledeporte, Canal 24h, and Radio Nacional de España. Comparable as a public broadcaster in the same country competing for the same Madrid-region audience, but with national scope, significantly larger budget, and broader content portfolio.
• Mediaset España (Telecinco): Spain's largest private commercial broadcaster operating Telecinco, Cuatro, and Energy. Comparable as a major Spanish broadcaster competing for the Madrid-region audience and advertising spend, but with national reach, commercial (rather than public) funding, and entertainment-led programming.
• Atresmedia: Major Spanish private commercial broadcaster operating Antena 3, laSexta, and Onda Cero. Comparable as a leading national broadcaster competing for Madrid-region viewers and advertisers, with both TV and radio operations analogous to Telemadrid's multi-platform portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/telemadrid
• YouTubeyoutube.com/telemadrid
• Facebookfacebook.com/telemadrid
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/telemadrid
• Instagraminstagram.com/Telemadrid
• TikToktiktok.com/@telemadridoficial

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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