The Town of Gilbert's prowess in video production and digital storytelling has been spotlighted once again with two Viddy Awards to its name for 2025. This international competition, which prides itself on honoring the cream of the crop in video excellence, gave the nod to Gilbert's Office of Communications and Engagement with a Platinum Award for its "Cultivating Gilbert’s Future, Together" State of the Town video and a Gold Award for its inviting Discover Gilbert commercial.
Having edged out considerable competition to emerge as one of only three winners from Arizona, the team behind Gilbert's visual narratives has made a mark. Not constrained by boundaries, the Platinum Award-winning 2025 State of the Town video at 22 minutes. It's a documentary-styled tour de force featuring Mayor Scott Anderson and lays out Gilbert's milestones and vision with palpable pride in a communal future cultivated in unison. On the other side, the Discover Gilbert commercial with its vibrant display entices residents and visitors to delve into the town's offerings, its businesses, and its special happenings.
According to a statement from the Town of Gilbert, “These awards reflect the hard work and creativity of our team and the incredible community we serve,” said Kandice Kwan, Gilbert's Chief Communications Officer. Fostering a connection through compelling narrative and impactful visual communication is a strong suit for Gilbert's Communication Office, which operates under Kwan's stewardship.
The Discover Gilbert commercial with its vibrant display entices residents and visitors to delve into the town's offerings, its businesses, and special happenings and with this recognition by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP), the Office of Communications and Engagement has proven its mettle once again in effectively weaving the town's tapestry through storytelling and image. Viewers interested in getting a glimpse of Gilbert's award-winning efforts can watch both videos via the provided links.
