NEW YORK, NY — The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network (HITN) announced that its youth-focused film initiative, Tú Cuentas Cine Youth Fest (TCCYF), has received four awards at the 32nd Annual Communicator Awards. The recognition underscores the growing cultural impact of the organization’s programming aimed at elevating Latino voices in media and entertainment.
The awards, presented by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts, honored several productions from the TCCYF platform. The interview series 2025 Tú Cuentas Cafecito con Ingrid ‘Superstar’ Salcedo received an Award of Excellence in the General-Interview or Talk Show category and an Award of Distinction in the General-Motivational category. Another production, 2025 Tú Cuentas Cafecito con Roselyn Sanchez, earned an Award of Distinction in the General-Interview or Talk Show category. Additionally, The Power of Voice: The Art of Dubbing for Film and TV received an Award of Excellence in the General-Motivational category.
The Communicator Awards, now in their 32nd year, are among the largest programs honoring achievement in marketing, communications, and creative media. This year’s competition drew more than 3,000 entries from agencies, production companies, universities, and global brands. According to the Academy, winners were selected by a jury of over 1,100 industry professionals from organizations including Netflix, National Geographic Society, FedEx, and JPMorgan Chase & Co.
In a congratulatory letter to Cynthia Rivera, TCCYF co-director, Josh Campbell, general manager of the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts, praised the initiative’s work: “Your work cut through the noise, connected with audiences and delivered real results. That is what Well Said work looks like, and we are honored to recognize it!”
Tú Cuentas Cine Youth Fest has sought to provide emerging Latino filmmakers and storytellers with greater visibility through screenings, workshops, and original digital content. The recognition reflects both the quality of the productions and the importance of creating spaces where Hispanic youth can develop and share their stories with broader audiences, aligning with HITN’s mission to educate and entertain.
The awards come at a time when representation in mainstream entertainment remains a central issue across the industry. HITN’s Tú Cuentas initiative focuses on creating a platform for young Hispanic creatives, and these honors validate that effort. For more information about HITN and its programming, visit HITN.org or hitn.tv. Details about the Communicator Awards are available at aiva.org.
