Award-Winning Documentary Excellence
Recognized nationally for storytelling that honors legacy and preserves history.
AWARDS TIMELINE
Recognition
Our work has been recognized by some of the most prestigious awards in the video and documentary industry. Each award represents our commitment to excellence in storytelling and our dedication to preserving legacies that matter.
THE COMMUNICATOR AWARDS – DISTINCTION
Year: 2021 | Category: Film/Video-History/Biography
Project: Raymond Andrew “Ray” Boseman
Raymond Andrew “Ray” Boseman is a documentary that does what great documentaries do—it makes you remember, feel, and understand. The film stood out for its commitment to truth. Every detail researched. Every scene is crafted to honor Ray’s actual life.
TELLY AWARDS – BRONZE
Year: 2021 | Category: General-Biography
Project: Raymond Andrew “Ray” Boseman
Raymond Andrew “Ray” Boseman is a documentary that does what great documentaries do—it makes you remember, feel, and understand. The film stood out for its commitment to truth. Every detail researched. Every scene is crafted to honor Ray’s actual life.
LOUISIANA HERITAGE MEDIA AWARD
Year: 2021 | Category: Documentary Feature
Project: A Place Called Desire
The Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation recognizes 11 new award recipients for their impact on historical places, building pride, and fostering engagement in their communities. Awardees have been nominated by the public.
tELLY AWARDS – SILVER
Year: 2020 | Category: General-Low Budget (under $700 per minute)
Project: A Place Called Desire
A Place Called Desire is a historical documentary that uncovers the rich cultural life and overlooked stories of New Orleans’ Desire neighborhood, illuminating the people, music, and community that shaped its legacy. The project was recognized for its powerful storytelling, meticulous historical research, and its impact in preserving voices and histories that might otherwise have been lost, connecting audiences to a vital chapter of American cultural history.
TELLY AWARDS – BRONZE
Year: 2009 | Category: Non-Broadcast Productions – History/Biography
Project: Blessed Sacrament – St. Joan of Arc Parish Centennial
Two parishes that had always shared so much—proximity to one another, the generosity and fortitude of religious orders dedicated to serve them, their blackness, and love of the Church—we’re now joined as one parish family for the next 100 years of faith and service to God.
TELLY AWARDS – BRONZE
Year: 2009 | Category: Non-Broadcast Productions – Low Budget (under $700 per minute)
Project: Blessed Sacrament – St. Joan of Arc Parish Centennial
Two parishes that had always shared so much—proximity to one another, the generosity and fortitude of religious orders dedicated to serve them, their blackness, and love of the Church—we’re now joined as one parish family for the next 100 years of faith and service to God.
TELLY AWARDS – BRONZE
Year: 2008 | Category: Non-Broadcast Productions – History/Biography
Project: A Legend in the Classroom – The Life Story of Yvonne Busch
Yvonne Busch was one of the most inspirational, respected, and impactful figures in New Orleans music education. Busch set aside her burgeoning music career to teach others as a musical prodigy and an accomplished, sought-after orchestral jazz performer as a child and young teen in the 1940s.
hermes creative award
Year: 2008 | Category: Non-Broadcast Productions – History/Biography
Project: A Legend in the Classroom – The Life Story of Yvonne Busch
Yvonne Busch was one of the most inspirational, respected, and impactful figures in New Orleans music education. Busch set aside her burgeoning music career to teach others as a musical prodigy and an accomplished, sought-after orchestral jazz performer as a child and young teen in the 1940s.
AVA AWARD – PLATINUM
Year: 2007 | Category: Non-Broadcast Productions – History/Biography
Project: A Legend in the Classroom – The Life Story of Yvonne Busch
Yvonne Busch was one of the most inspirational, respected, and impactful figures in New Orleans music education. Busch set aside her burgeoning music career to teach others as a musical prodigy and an accomplished, sought-after orchestral jazz performer as a child and young teen in the 1940s.
What These Awards Mean
About the Telly Awards
The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens. Founded in 1979, the Telly Awards receives over 12,000 entries annually from all 50 states and 5 continents. Winners are selected by a judging council of over 200 leading industry professionals. Telly recognition places LS3 Studios among the top documentary producers in the industry, competing alongside major production companies, networks, and advertising agencies.
About the Impact DOCS Awards
The Impact DOCS Awards recognize documentary films that make a meaningful impact on audiences and society. Unlike awards that focus purely on technical excellence, Impact DOCS honors films that inform, inspire, and create positive change. Recognition from Impact DOCS validates our mission-driven approach to documentary filmmaking—we don’t just make beautiful films, we make films that matter.
About the Communicator Awards
The Communicator Awards is the leading international awards program honoring creative excellence for communications professionals. With over 6,000 entries from companies and agencies of all sizes, the Communicator Awards recognizes big ideas in marketing and communications. Our recognition demonstrates that our documentary work succeeds not just as film, but as effective communication that connects with audiences.
About the AVA Digital Awards
The AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that honors excellence in digital communication, including video, web design, social media, and digital marketing. Administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP), the awards receive more than 2,500 entries each year from around the world and recognize outstanding creative work with honors ranging from Platinum to Honorable Mention, serving as a benchmark for quality and innovation in digital media.
Why It Matters for Your Project
When you work with an award-winning documentary team, you’re investing in proven quality. These recognitions demonstrate our ability to craft compelling narratives, achieve technical excellence, and deliver films that stand the test of time. Your family’s story, your church’s history, your institution’s legacy—they deserve the same level of craft and care that earned these honors.