“Butte Creek Roundup” Wins Gold Telly Award for Cinematography

The short film Butte Creek Roundup has been honored with a Gold Telly Award for Cinematography, recognizing its outstanding visual storytelling and craftsmanship.

Produced and directed by Adam Grunseth, Butte Creek Roundup was created for the annual Butte Creek Roundup fundraising event and edited from footage captured during production of the feature documentary Butte Creek. The short film showcases the stunning landscapes of Butte Creek Scout Ranch, the daily work of its dedicated staff, and the enduring connection between people, horses, and the land.

The Telly Awards, founded in 1979, honor excellence in video and television across all screens and receive more than 12,000 entries annually from around the world. Winning a Gold Telly—the competition’s highest distinction—places Butte Creek Roundup among the top tier of international video productions.

This recognition underscores the artistry and dedication behind the Butte Creek project as a whole, celebrating not only the story being told but also the cinematic vision that brings it to life.