The Future of AI in Entertainment with James Rowan

Generative AI is rapidly reshaping how creative work is imagined, produced, and shared. From image and video generation to writing, design, and virtual production, these tools are expanding what's possible while also raising important questions about authorship, labour, and creative identity.

In this talk, James Rowan explores the current landscape of AI tools in the creative industries, focusing on how artists, designers, and media practitioners are beginning to integrate them into their workflows. This session will provide a practical overview of key technologies, real-world use cases, and emerging trends, while also addressing the opportunities and challenges that come with adopting these tools.

Designed for a broad audience, this talk offers a grounded introduction to generative AI - what it is, how it works, and what it means for the future of creative practice.

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This program is part of the Innovator in Residence (AI and Music Production) program, which is designed to help beginner and intermediate learners build knowledge and creative skills and get hands-on with current AI tools in music production and learn about the history, copyright and ethics of generative music. For more information and a full list of programs, visit tpl.ca/airesident.