SOPHIE DEEN & NIGEL TWUMASI PRESENT

Creative AI Hackathon

A one day hackathon using AI tools to power human creativityAre you intrigued by AI but hesitant to dive in?Join us for a day of creativity and collaboration as we explore the responsible use of AI in storytelling and discover how best to use emerging AI tools to create a pitch deck for an original kids IP.No tech skills or experience needed, everyone is welcome - just bring your imagination!

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What is a Hackathon

Join us for a day of creativity and collaboration as we explore how best to use emerging AI tools to create a pitch deck for an original kids IP. No tech skills needed, just your imagination and playful spirit!🎨 What's a hackathon?
It's a collaborative event where people come together to create, experiment, and learn in a short period of time. No coding or AI experience necessary!🛠️ What we'll do:
> Play with user-friendly AI tools for storytelling, art, audio and animation
> Brainstorm and create original kids' content with the help of AI
> Network with fellow creatives exploring the impact of AI and how to harness it for good.

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The creative challenge

👀 Our problem statement: Kids entertainment is at risk of relying on AI to pump out content quickly, but speed can come at the cost of heart and thoughtfulness. How might we utilise AI in kids media while still keeping emotional intelligence, empathy, and human values at the core?🥅 The challenge: Develop a pitch for an original kids IP that:> Leverages AI tools to boost production speed without sacrificing quality 🚀
> Embeds thoughtful themes and emotional intelligence 🧠💖
> Shows creators working with, not being replaced by AI 👫🤖

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What You'll Gain

> Hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools
> Networking opportunities with fellow creatives
> Chance to show off to industry leaders
> Shape the future of responsible AI use in kids' media🏆 The winners will receive free tickets to the CMC (worth £590 + VAT) and a spot on our CMC panel to discuss the process, giving you an immediate audience and a chance to showcase your work!

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Save The Date

📆 Date: Friday, 21 June 2024
⏰ Time: 9AM-5PM
📍Location: Mishcon de Reya, Africa House, Holborn, London🤓 Who should sign up: Anyone interested in this space - writers, producers, artists, animators, audio, voice, creative companies, musicians, techies, pipeline managers, animators etc - absolutely everyone with an interest in creative media is welcome!Prices*
> Corporates: £50
> SMEs, freelancers: £25 (companies of 50 and under)
> Concessions: If the ticket price is a barrier, please contact us at [email protected]. We’re committed to finding a way for you to join us.

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About Us

The Hack The Deck AI Hackathon is sponsored by Mishcon de Reya, supported by the CMC 2024, and organised by creatives Sophie Deen and Nigel Twumasi.The CMC is the UK's leading event for children's media, spanning TV, digital, publishing, and arts. As a non-profit, it fosters connections and highlights young change-makers 🌍.Mishcon de Reya is a leading law firm that works with clients at every stage of the innovation life cycle, from early-stage companies to multi-national corporates. Their mission is to shape a better world through innovation, creating value for their clients and society.Sophie Deen and Nigel Twumasi are authors and creators who understand the concerns surrounding AI. Their goal is to showcase AI's potential, make it accessible, and demonstrate its responsible application in creative fields. They aim to empower creatives to experiment with AI tools and develop innovative kids' IP pitches 🛠️💡.Questions or comments? Say hello!

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