RALEIGH, N.C. (May 21, 2026) – French/West/Vaughan (FWV), one of the nation’s largest independently held public relations, advertising and digital media agencies, is pleased to announce it has been awarded four national Telly awards for production excellence on behalf of Pendleton Whisky at this week’s 47th Annual Telly Awards. The Telly Awards is the premier awards program honoring excellence in video and television across all screens.
FWV received two Silver and two Bronze Telly awards on behalf of Pendleton Whisky for its “Palette of the West” video series, which brings the brand’s western spirit to life through visually rich storytelling and spotlights local artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions and creative culture of the American West.
FWV was recognized in the following categories:
- Palette of the West: Amy Raymond | Branded Content – Editing (Silver)
- Palette of the West: Nicole Freshley | Social Video – Videography & Cinematography (Silver)
- Palette of the West: Amy Raymond | Branded Content – Videography & Cinematography (Bronze)
- Palette of the West: Nicole Freshley | Social Video – Editing (Bronze)
“This series was built around a simple but powerful idea: The West is more than just cowboys and cattle, it’s a place filled with creativity and imagination,” said John Moore, executive creative director at French/West/Vaughan. “With ‘Palette of the West,’ we wanted to capture the artistry, hard work and sense of place that make Pendleton Whisky’s brand story so distinctive. This recognition from the Telly Awards is a testament to the creative idea and craft behind the work. But even better is how well this content has performed for our client.”
“Palette of the West” expanded Pendleton Whisky’s cultural relevance through authentic artist-led storytelling, with its first two spotlights ranking among the brand’s top-performing social posts. This series also earned a Gold ADDY Award in the Film, Video & Sound, Branded Content & Entertainment category.
Entrants in the Telly Awards are judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks and production companies, including BBC, Marvel, Netflix and Shutterstock, among others. Receiving over 13,000 entries globally from six continents and all 50 states, Telly Award winners represent work from some of the most respected advertising agencies, television stations, production companies and publishers from around the world.
Headquartered in Raleigh, FWV has amassed more than 1,800 PR, advertising and digital marketing awards on behalf of its blue-chip client roster. The agency has also earned more than 40 Global or National Agency of the Year honors over its nearly three-decade history.
About French/West/Vaughan
French/West/Vaughan (FWV) is one of the nation’s leading public relations, public affairs, advertising and digital media agencies. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., with offices in NYC, Detroit, L.A. and Tampa, FWV has received 40 Global or National Agency of the Year honors since its founding in 1997, along with more than 1,800 PR, advertising and digital marketing awards on behalf of its global roster of blue-chip clients. FWV is the parent company of fashion and lifestyle PR firm AMP3; pet and animal health practice Fetching PR; and Prix Productions, a feature and documentary film production company. FWV is a partner in IPREX, a $508 million network of communication agencies with 1,100 staff and more than 60 offices worldwide. For more information, visit fwv-us.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Vimeo or Instagram.