AI INSPIRED
Film / Television / Creative Production
If you are an experienced film and television professional and are inspired to integrate AI it into your production work, at first it can seem a bit complex, but if you jump in, it can also open up some exciting new possibilities. I am currently going through this and have picked up a few straight forward tips that have helped me tremendously.
1. Start with the Basics of AI
Online Courses:
Platforms like Coursera, edX, and Udemy offer courses tailored to beginners in AI. Look for courses focused on practical applications rather than deep theory, such as "AI for Everyone" by Andrew Ng on Coursera, which gives a great foundation.
AI Concepts to Understand:
Focus on machine learning (ML), deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), and computer vision (CV). These are the core areas applicable to media production.
Many tools are AI-powered and can be directly integrated into your production workflows.
Video Editing and Post-Production:
Film / Television / Creative Production
If you are an experienced film and television professional and are inspired to integrate AI it into your production work, at first it can seem a bit complex, but if you jump in, it can also open up some exciting new possibilities. I am currently going through this and have picked up a few straight forward tips that have helped me tremendously.
1. Start with the Basics of AI
Online Courses:
Platforms like Coursera, edX, and Udemy offer courses tailored to beginners in AI. Look for courses focused on practical applications rather than deep theory, such as "AI for Everyone" by Andrew Ng on Coursera, which gives a great foundation.
AI Concepts to Understand:
Focus on machine learning (ML), deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), and computer vision (CV). These are the core areas applicable to media production.
- Machine Learning: For data analysis, predictions, and optimization.
- Computer Vision: For video analysis, visual effects, and automation.
- Natural Language Processing: For tasks like script analysis, content generation, or voice interaction.
Many tools are AI-powered and can be directly integrated into your production workflows.
Video Editing and Post-Production:
- RunwayML and Adobe's Sensei AI: These are AI-driven tools for video editing, VFX, and post-production.
- Color Grading: Tools like DaVinci Resolve use AI for auto color-correcting shots.
- AI for Visual Effects: AI tools are being used for background removal, face-swapping, and even generating entirely new visuals.
- AI tools like ChatGPT can help generate ideas or structure for scripts.
- Storyboard Pro AI: Some tools now generate storyboards from simple text descriptions.
- Pre-production: AI can be used for scheduling, casting, and budgeting with software like Cinelytic or Filmustage, which use AI to analyze data for predictions on success or financials.
- On-set: AI-driven robotics, camera setups, and lighting control are on the rise. Tools like ARwall use augmented reality to replace green screens for virtual sets.
- Post-production: AI can assist with automating repetitive editing tasks, enhancing visual effects, or analyzing viewer data to shape post-production decisions.
- Attend AI Conferences: Look for conferences that focus on the intersection of AI and entertainment like AI for Creative Industries Summit or the NAB Show. These will give you exposure to new tech and networking opportunities.
- Join Industry Groups: Communities like SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers) are now focusing on AI and its implications in the media industry.
- New to AI but with years of industry experience. Consider teaming up with AI experts to bring fresh insights to your projects. This could be through partnerships or hiring AI consultants for specific tasks.
- Begin by integrating AI into small parts of your workflow, such as automating certain editing processes or using AI-driven analytics for audience insights. As you become more comfortable, scale it up to broader tasks like script analysis or VFX.
- Would you like suggestions on particular tools or strategies for a current or upcoming project you're working on?
