WSRE, PBS for the Gulf Coast, has won a National Telly Award. WSRE received a Bronze Telly Award for the original production “Gulf Islands National Seashore – The Treasure of the Gulf Coast” in the documentary category. This honor marks the 6th National Telly Award WSRE has won for original programming since 2008.
WSRE’s original production “Gulf Islands National Seashore – The Treasure of the Gulf Coast” was narrated by famous documentarian Ken Burns and premiered on WSRE in October 2009. WSRE’s documentary was filmed in high definition, with breathtaking, visually stunning footage that beckons viewers to experience the vivid landscapes with their own eyes. The documentary showcases the beauty and history of the region, truly the treasure of the Gulf Coast, and shares it with viewers all over the southeast as it is broadcast on other PBS stations.
Founded in 1978, the Telly Award is the premier award honoring outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, the finest video and film productions, and online film and video. The Telly Award annually showcases the best work of the most respected advertising agencies, production companies, television stations, cable operators, interactive agencies, and corporate video departments in the world. The Telly Awards receive over 13,000 entries annually from all 50 states and countries around the world.
General Manager Sandy Cesaretti Ray states, “It is a tremendous honor to be selected for this caliber of recognition. We are proud to share this award-winning production with our community. It is all made possible by the community’s loyal support.”
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