Beyond Algorithms: Designers' Critique of AI in Creative Processes with Smart Design NYC #TechWeek
In this panel event, discover how design researchers strive to enhance creative processes and outputs from LLMs, focusing on novel practices that amplify and augment creative potential in end users. Jamie Munger will begin with a presentation on this topic, followed by a panel discussion.
We welcome those in both the design and tech communities to this event.
This event is a part of #TechWeek - a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem.
About Jamie:
Jamie Munger heads the insights and strategy practice at Smart Design, leading global programs for top brands like Meta, Google, CVS, PepsiCo and Mercedes-Benz. Specializing in emergent technology, she partners with organizations to uncover user needs and craft meaningful, trustworthy tech-enabled experiences.
Her book on human-centered public policy design debuted in November 2020. Jamie earned her BA in Sociology from Emory University, followed by an MDES in Design Research and an MBA from the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Immediately following the presentation Nathan Phillips and Eva Kozanecka will discuss this topic further, followed by questions from the audience.
Nathan Phillips is the founder of DumDum, a creative consultancy in New York City.
Nathan’s passion for collaboration began as an improviser and interactive artist working with technologists and artists around the world. After making an Emmy-winning interactive documentary, a stint at Google, and launching three successful start-ups, he now works with Fortune 500 companies and amazing organizations to bring a radically inclusive innovation practice that replaces old-fashioned brainstorming with an AI-powered thinking game with the power to create up to 300 ideas an hour.
Eva Kozanecka is a filmmaker and creative strategist, specializing in nonfiction storytelling. She has produced and directed films and brand campaigns for Google, Microsoft and the Museum of Modern Art. Since 2018, she leads a research program at Google investing in artistic projects using A.I. technologies.
Schedule:
6-7 - Arrival and networking (snacks are provided!)
7-7:45 - Presentation by Jamie Munger
7:45-8:30 - Panel discussion w/ Nathan Philips and Eva Kozanecka including audience questions
8:30-10 Networking and departure
**We are located in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, simply show your approval email to security to be let in**