044: A.I. and Film Production

How can A.I. actually benefit your team when it comes to production and post production? How do you use A.I. to enhance (not replace) what your cast and crew bring to the table?

Join this live discussion and Q&A on the current uses of A.I. for indie filmmakers and how to use them legitimately. From capturing actor images to editing, there is a new world at your fingertips. 

(Episode 44)

Hosted by Director/Producer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jenn Page.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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More on our panelists:

Evan Pesses
Co-Founder | Head of Studio
Wild Capture

Evan Pesses is the Head of Studio and EP at Wild Capture, a digital human technology studio. They are heavily into the space of bring real live captures of actors into VFX pipelines. They leverage AI to streamline their processes and production. They use A.I. ethically in order to not replace real actors but rather to enhance. wildcapture.io

Marc Calamia
Executive Producer
Films, TV, & Branded Content

Marc Calamia is avisionary force driving the evolution of smart content solutions + immersive experiences for brands, agencies, and publishers. Marc fuses his expertise in creative development, production methods, and scalable studio models to make what we the PDA dreams possible.

A trailblazer who has co-created and led production studios for industry powerhouses such as NBC Universal, Viacom, advertisers BBDO, 360i and R/GA, Marc's transformative touch has elevated campaigns for Google, Nike, Samsung, Facebook, Fanta, Apple, Magic-Leap, Mercedes-Benz, Verizon, AT&T, Hot Wheels and more.

With a rich network of relationships cultivated over two decades and an extensive list of prestigious awards including Cannes Lions and Webbys, Marc is on a relentless pursuit of fresh collaborations with top-tier companies and exceptional talent. to continue crafting purpose-built content solutions + immersive experiences, captivating audiences on every channel.

Marc is Founder and Exec Producer @ independent content + experiential agency SAGEWORX.COM ad Head of Production at Creative Studio PDA.NYC. His work can be seen at marccalamia.com.

Jason Gullifer
Independent Filmmaker

Jason Gullifer is a skilled VFX artist, director, and film producer known for his focus on visual effects and virtual production. Inspired by his love of sci-fi and superhero films, Jason and director Jenn Page worked together on several films including “Zombie Kids” and the audience-award winning short film "Cazadora," where he created visual effects that brought the lead actress's super-powered character to life.

In addition to his VFX expertise, Jason produces and directs. His commitment to storytelling and his ability to deliver exceptional cinematic experiences have earned him a reputation for excellence. He also owns the company, “I Look Like Myself,” that helps actors create high quality reel material. ilooklikemyself.com