Working with AI for Your Film

Description

AI is imbedded in almost everything you use - but how can you use it for the different aspects of your film production. Join us as filmmaker Laila Harrison gives an overall view of AI programs that serve production, cautionary notes, and then demos one Ai program.

How can you take a still image and turn it into something dynamic? We’ll explore RunwayML, a powerful AI tool that lets you transform a photograph into a moving visual. Whether you’re looking to add subtle motion or create something completely new, we’ll walk through the process step by step. No advanced editing skills needed—just curiosity and creativity!

Your RSVP will get you a zoom link to join us on this learning session- Wednesday, March 5th at 6:30 PM ET.

Presented by Third World Newsreel and the Documentary Forum at CCNY.

Laila is a passionate multimedia artist and storyteller based on the Internet, dedicated to exploring themes of transformation and its impact on individuals. Guided by authenticity, she merges storytelling, AI, and immersive techniques to craft experiences that provoke introspection, inviting audiences to reflect on personal and collective change.
Her solo exhibition, Where the Mind Goes, debuted at Eyedrum in Atlanta, showcasing her commitment to bridging art and innovation, while her Pepper’s Ghost installations employ illusion and technology to create layered, otherworldly encounters. Laila’s work has also been featured at AVC Fest, Convergence, and other notable showcases, solidifying her presence in both art and tech circles.
Beyond her artistic practice, Laila leads workshops covering topics from integrating AI into the filmmaking process to exploring the creative potential of Pepper’s Ghost illusions. By pushing the boundaries of narrative and experiential design, she encourages creatives and audiences alike to see the world in a fresh, transformative light.