[2] The National President is Erika Addis,[3] the first female to hold the office.

The award celebrates outstanding creative enterprise within the film and television industries and is given to an individual or organisation whose work embodies innovation and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

The award jury said of their decision: "We have chosen the Australian Cinematographers Society under the stewardship of Ron Johanson ACS for its enduring and pivotal role in the pursuit of excellence throughout Australian cinema".

It is presented at the ACS National Awards for Cinematography to the Australian Cinematographer of the Year.

All ACS National Gold Tripod winners progress through to be in the running for the Milli Award.