All the attention (and agita) in the entertainment industry is currently focused on the shiny object of generative AI visual slop, but the actual quiet revolution is happening in the less visible operational backbone of production. If you want to really understand how AI is making an impact in the industry, you need to look at the "less-sexy" steps in the process, like scheduling and location scouting, budgeting, and script breakdown workflows.
Join us for a fireside chat highlighting practical, real-world examples where intelligent tools are streamlining complex logistics during pre-production, giving attendees the opportunity to dig into the details of the tools and the processes with fellow production executives and AI experts.
Why You Should Be Here:
Because the next revolution in storytelling isn't about generative pixels on a screen - it's about supercharging the intelligence that puts them there.
Light refreshments will be served
Participants
Jon Flynn leads Google's AI initiatives for Media & Entertainment, driving the strategy and application of generative models like Gemini and Veo across the industry. With a mandate to bridge the gap between Silicon Valley innovation and Hollywood production, Jon partners with major studios to identify high-impact use cases that streamline workflows and empower creators. He specializes in demystifying complex technologies, helping executives move beyond the hype to implement practical, scalable AI solutions for the modern production pipeline.
Johanna Salazar is a production and operations executive with over two decades at Viacom, Paramount, MTV, IMG, and global studios, where she led complex productions and innovation initiatives. Her work blends production expertise, systems thinking, and emerging technology. Today she builds custom AI tools and next-generation workflows that make production more efficient and help design the future of creative operations. She is also the creator and host of The Media Machine, an interview series and podcast exploring the intersection of media, business, and innovation.
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