A Plea For Testimonials
Before we begin, I have a favor to ask. I’m still working on a grant proposal and I’m hoping to impress the panel with some quotes. So if you’ve gotten any value out of this newsletter or it’s helped you in any way, please send me a brief message below.
Four AI Jobs That Don’t Need Advanced AI Skills
While the mission of this newsletter is to help my graphic design students navigate the AI workplace, perhaps some of you just want a job more than you want a graphic design job. If that’s the case, you can still hop on the AI bandwagon as a data labeler, documentation writer, project manger, or ethicist. Check it out
AI to Create Half a Billion New Jobs
While most of the articles I read each week are talking about job losses, here’s one that reminds us that all technological advances increase jobs, at least in the long term. So if you need a glimmer of optimism, you can read this article from computer world that explores how AI will democratize work and will enable employees without computer science degrees to create apps using AI-augmented coding. Check it out
Consistent Characters in Midjourney
Last week I quickly posted about Midjourney’s new consistent character feature. While I’ve done a ton of experimentation, I haven’t had a chance to write a longer tutorial yet. If you’re ready to dive and get started with —cref and —cw, Tom’s guide has you covered, check it out
More New Videos from Sora
This might be pointless or just increase your frustration, because Sora wont be available until summer. However, if you like being teased abd want to see what the state of the art looks like, Check it out
Adobe Brings Firefly to 3D Tools
So one of my goals for the summer is to learn Adobe’s new 3D tools, and no I’m even more motivated. This isn’t about AI generated 3D shapes; it’s about AI generated surfaces, placed into backgrounds and on to 3D objects. If you are a 3D designer, you use Adobe’s Substance 3D tools, or you’re just curious, you’ll be blown away by what this tool can do. Just take a few minutes to watch the demo videos. Check it out
How Generative AI is Changing Advertising
Are you in the advertising world? Or hoping to enter it soon? You should probably read this article from Fast Company as they discuss emerging idea that are changing the industry. Check it out
The need for agencies to change their compensation structures has been bubbling for decades, but generative AI is likely to force this issue over the next few years. This shift will also require professionals to hone their creativity, strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and cultural understanding—aka skills that machines cannot replicate.
AI Generated Wall Art? Of Course!
No, I don’t expect you to start writing prompts and get a 24 inch framed print sent to your house. I just need you to know it’s a thing. I asked for “a snowy owl wearing sunglasses” and it took me less than 2 minutes to generate AND get to a checkout screen. Don’t worry, I’m not really paying $265 for this. Check it out
That’s it for today! Thank you so much for reading and supporting my work. As always, if you have any questions, suggestions, or hot tips, send me a message!