Temple University Television (TUTV) is proud to announce that our Digital Production Center has been recognized with two prestigious Silver Telly Awards in the 46th annual competition honoring excellence in video and television across all screens. This marks the first time TUTV’s digital and social media content has been submitted for consideration, and to win two awards right out of the gate is a powerful validation of the talent, creativity, and storytelling happening within our community.
Founded in 1979, the Telly Awards initially recognized excellence in local, regional, and cable television commercials. Over the decades, the program has evolved alongside the media landscape to include non-broadcast video, digital and social media content, branded storytelling, immersive experiences, and documentary filmmaking. Today, the Telly Awards represent one of the highest honors in video production across platforms, both online and offline.
TUTV earned Silver recognition in two competitive categories this year. The first award went to a spot titled TUTV in 3 Words, which received Silver in the General-Student: Social Media category. 3-Words is a short, high-energy promo created by a dynamic student team: Jenny Frevola (KLN’25), Kevin Gruen (KLN’26), and Micki Hernandez (KLN’28). It captures the heart of TUTV by asking one simple question: How would you describe your show in just three words? What follows is a fast-cut montage of student voices—funny, sincere, chaotic, creative—each offering a glimpse into the wide range of shows produced at TUTV Whether it’s sketch comedy, cultural commentary, sports, food, or talk shows, the piece showcases the variety, passion and personality behind TUTV’s student-run programming. It’s vibrant, authentic, and perfectly reflects the spirit of the community that made it.
The second Silver Telly went to a promo titled TUTV Live in Paris: Away Team in the General-News & Information: Social Media Video category. This promo is a comprehensive snapshot of TUTV’s once-in-a-lifetime international production, TUTV Live in Paris during the Summer of 2024. The promo was written, produced, directed, and edited by Micki Hernandez, who serves as TUTV’s Digital Content Manager and is a part-time graduate student at Klein College. The spot showcases the incredible work of the Paris Team, including students, volunteers, and crew who poured their time, talent, and energy into making it happen. It’s more than just a highlight reel; it’s proof of performance and a celebration of what’s possible when passionate people take the lead.
Congratulations to all of the 2025 Telly Award nominees and winners!
