The Television Publicity Executive Committee (TPEC) recently announced the winners of the 2025 TPEC Awards, which celebrate outstanding publicity campaigns in the television industry. The awards ceremony took place in Los Angeles and recognized individuals for their exceptional achievements in the field of television publicity.
One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of the Ben Halpern Lifetime Achievement Award to Chris Ender, the executive VP and head of communications at CBS. Ender has been with CBS since 1996 and is responsible for overseeing external and internal communications and media relations across all CBS divisions. He is a veteran in the industry and has had a long and successful career in television publicity.
Another special recognition was the inaugural Press Impact Award, which was presented to Michael Schneider, the executive editor of Variety. Schneider has been covering the television industry for 30 years and has held various editorial positions at top publications such as IndieWire and TV Guide Magazine. His expertise and knowledge of the industry have made him a respected figure in television journalism.
The TPEC Awards showcase the best publicity campaigns from a wide range of genres and platforms, including broadcast networks, cable channels, streaming services, and studios. This year, campaigns were submitted by publicity teams from major networks and platforms such as ABC, Netflix, HBO Max, and Prime Video, among others.
The winners of the TPEC Awards were selected based on their creativity, innovation, and strategic approach to publicity campaigns. The committee looked for campaigns that had a cultural impact, embraced diversity and inclusion, and overcame challenges to achieve their goals. The winners demonstrated excellence in their work and were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the television industry.
In addition to the individual awards, TPEC also aims to support and inspire young publicists in the early stages of their careers. The Rising Star Recipients for this year include Lauren Dundee at MGM+, Charlotte McManus at Amazon MGM Studios, and Leah Palacios at Disney Branded Television and Freeform.
The complete list of winners from the 2025 TPEC Awards includes campaigns from various categories such as Returning Drama Series, New Comedy Series, Animated Series, Television Movie, and Talk Show. Each winner was acknowledged for their exceptional work in promoting and publicizing television content.
The TPEC Awards committee is comprised of industry professionals and experts who are dedicated to recognizing and celebrating excellence in television publicity. The committee members are committed to upholding high standards of creativity and innovation in the field of publicity and are passionate about promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry.
Overall, the 2025 TPEC Awards were a success, honoring deserving individuals and teams for their outstanding achievements in television publicity. The winners have set a high bar for excellence in the industry, and their work serves as an inspiration to aspiring publicists and industry professionals.
