On June 9, 2024, short film IRIS, directed by Michael J. Keplinger, was awarded the prestigious Creative Video Award by the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement.
Established in 2013 by Tony Zawinul, the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement aims to encourage and cultivate the pursuit of performing arts careers in young, promising artists by creating programs, events, and partnerships that reflect their commitment to performing arts education as a life-transforming experience.
The Creative Video Award is presented biennially in Vienna, Austria.
