Let’s have a talk…
As a charismatic experienced TED talk speaker, using comedy and slight hint of scarcasm, write me a questions and answers list for a 20 minute talk about the use of AI in the creative audiovisual industry, how it might help us in our creative process and should we be afraid of loosing our jobs as designer ?
Q1: Good evening everyone. Who here is scared that an AI might steal their job? Raise your hands. No, seriously, I’m not going to report you to Skynet, promise!
A1: It’s a legitimate concern, isn’t it? What happens when the machines can do our jobs better, faster, and without needing a coffee break every hour? Or worse, without the occasional burst of creative inspiration from cat videos on YouTube!
Q2: But really, let’s dive into it. What is AI actually capable of doing in the creative industry?
A2: Well, AI can now do some fantastic things like creating music, writing scripts, even helping to develop video game environments. There’s an AI out there that can probably create an entire episode of “Friends” complete with laugh tracks. I mean, could it BE any more advanced?
Q3: Okay, so AI can do a lot. But can it truly be creative?
A3: Creativity is a uniquely human trait. It’s not just about churning out content. It’s about understanding context, culture, emotions – and most importantly, it’s about making mistakes. Anyone who’s ever accidentally dyed their hair green knows what I’m talking about. That’s a creative process AI can’t replicate. Yet.
Q4: If AI can’t be creative, what’s its role in the creative industry?
A4: Excellent question! AI is a tool, not a replacement. It’s like a more advanced version of Photoshop. You wouldn’t say Photoshop is going to steal a designer’s job, would you? Although, I’ve heard it’s pretty good at stealing years off a celebrity’s age.
Q5: So, can AI make our creative process more efficient?
A5: Absolutely! Imagine having an assistant that can sift through mountains of data, spot trends and generate prototypes while you’re still sipping your morning coffee. Or in my case, trying to find where I left my glasses. Again.
Q6: But isn’t there a risk that we’ll become too reliant on AI?
A6: Of course, there’s always a risk. But remember when the internet was new and we were scared it would make us anti-social? Well, look at us now, more connected than ever. And by connected, I mean arguing with strangers on Twitter at 2 am.
Q7: Alright, let’s get serious. Are we in danger of losing our jobs?
A7: The short answer is – not if we adapt. The long answer is – definitely not if we adapt. AI can’t replace human creativity, but it will change the nature of our work. Jobs will evolve, and new roles will emerge. After all, twenty years ago, who would have thought that ‘Instagram influencer’ would be a viable career? Or that a TED speaker could get away with this many bad jokes?
Q8: So, what’s the final verdict? Should we embrace AI or fear it?
A8: The choice is ours, really. We can fear it, or we can embrace it, adapt and evolve. Remember, we control the machines, not the other way around. At least, that’s what I keep telling my Roomba when it tries to vacuum my toes.
So, folks, let’s not fear the future. Instead, let’s shape it. After all, if a group of creative individuals like us can’t imagine a better, brighter, and funnier future with AI, then who can?
