The Telly Awards extend the reception of nominations until March 27

Los Telly Awards have established themselves as one of the most relevant recognitions in the field of audiovisual production at a global level. Although February 20 was initially set for receiving applications, the organization extends the deadline until March 27.

Since their creation in 1979, these awards have evolved to adapt to a media ecosystem in constant transformation, where traditional television, digital platforms and new content formats for networks and streaming coexist. Currently, the Telly Awards recognize the excellence in video and television “on all screens”, hosting projects from production companies, agencies, brands and independent creators from around the world. Their international character and their openness to multiple formats make them a reliable thermometer of the creative and technological trends in the sector.

Con more than 13,000 applications worldwide Coming from 6 continents and all 50 US states, Telly Awards winners represent the work of some of the most respected advertising agencies, television networks, production companies and publishers from around the world. One of the most distinctive aspects of these awards is their evaluation system, based on the Telly Awards Judging Council, a jury composed of more than 250 professionals active in the audiovisual industry. This council brings together profiles from large platforms, chains, studios and creative companies, which guarantees a valuation aligned with real market standards.

In the 2026 edition, this jury incorporates outstanding professionals from leading companies in the sector. Among the confirmed names are Tamara Kruger, head of creator strategy at YouTube; Janet Graham Struggle, executive vice president of production at HBO; Steve Eddy, production director at Netflix; and David E. Cid, head of experiential marketing at Remezcla. Added to them are profiles such as Phil Cook, director of marketing for the WNBA; Lauren Moraski, senior director of creative content at PepsiCo; Warren Cohen, head of video and audio at the New York Post; Liz Pepper, director of content communications at The Lede Company; and Allyson West, founder of Cindependent Festival

The panel is completed with other relevant professionals such as Paige Bright, marketing director of Gotham FC; Kate Pfetsch, vice president of alliances at Blink49; Farrah Kober, Head of Content at BBC StoryWorks; Eric Cunningham, from the script and Nickelodeon; Carlton Jared Lockett, strategist at My Code; Natasha Louckevitch, production director at Bully Pulpit; Alexandra Roberts, documentary editor at TVO; Greg Ciaccio, vice president of post-production at IMAX; either Alex Roriz, vice president of Global Alliances and Business Strategy at wTvision, among others.

This jury model does not seek direct competition between the works, but rather evaluates each piece based on a standard of excellence. The projects are analyzed based on both their narrative quality and their technical execution and the overall experience they offer to the viewer, which allows multiple works to be awarded within the same category or, failing that, not to award awards if the required level is not reached.

On all screens

As for the categories, the Telly Awards stand out for their breadth and their ability to adapt to new forms of audiovisual creation. include traditional areas such as directing or editing, along with other more recent ones linked to the digital content, animation, artificial intelligence or immersive formats. This diversity responds to an industry in which the boundaries between disciplines and platforms are increasingly blurred.

The awards system is divided into three levels (gold, silver and bronze) that recognize different degrees of excellence. This approach reinforces the meritocratic nature of the contest and allows a greater variety of outstanding proposals to be evaluated within each category.

Throughout its history, the Telly Awards have rewarded works from some of the main companies and creators on the international scene, consolidating its prestige as a seal of quality within the sector. Beyond recognition, obtaining a Telly is a tool for visibility and strategic positioning in a highly competitive industry. In a context marked by constant innovation and the transformation of consumer habits, the Telly Awards not only celebrate audiovisual excellence, but also reflect the evolution of narrative and technological language in contemporary communication. We will have to wait until June 20 to find out the winners of this edition.