From Nickelodeon to AI: How to Knock Down Industry Doors | Rachel Leventhal

What if the industry doors don't open for you? You knock them down (and AI tools can help). In this episode of Creativity & Robots, Juan interviews Rachel Leventhal, a pioneering creator and technologist who has been at the forefront of media and technology since the 90s, from Nickelodeon CD-ROMs to AI-powered filmmaking at Backlot AI. We talk about AI collaboration, breaking into filmmaking, and the mindset that fuels innovation.

🤖 Additional Яesources:

- Backlot AI: https://linktr.ee/bklt.ai

- Rachel's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-leventhal-7600854/

🤖 Connect with Juan Faisal:

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akajuanfaisal/

- Newsletter: https://juanfaisal.substack.com/

- Website: https://juanfaisal.com/

🤖 Creativity & Robots: “A love letter to human creativity, with AI as the stage prop.”

Host Juan Faisal interviews creative professionals to discuss how generative AI influences our creative process, work, and media consumption. Join us to learn how AI can enhance your creativity, and dive into the ethics and realities of the tech. For experts and beginners alike.

🤖 Additional Credits:

- Dheeraj M4JOR from Pixabay (sfx)

- Universfield from Pixabay (sfx)

- 'Subscribe' animation by Vecteezy

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🤖 Timestamps:

00:00 - The Evolution of Media and Technology

06:52 - Navigating New Technologies in Creativity

13:58 - Empowerment Through Technology and Collaboration

19:02 - Future Tools for Creative Expression