Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
With the rapid development of AI technology, many questions have emerged regarding the implications of its use within creative industries. How does this new paradigm look? Are there ethical best practices? What are unique use cases? How can we protect creative careers and property? On a quarterly basis, we will invite experts to engage in conversations around these questions and more.
In this Tech Talk, we’ll hear from impact producer Ani Mercedes (founder/CEO, Looky Looky Pictures), who will help attendees explore how AI can be used to help expand a film’s reach. With practical examples and tutorials for AI-driven impact campaigns, Ani will introduce how independent filmmakers can make the most of these new tools.
About the speaker
Ani Mercedes is the Founder, CEO and Impact Producer of Looky Looky Pictures, an impact production company that connects the power of films with the power of people. They work with stories that go beyond empathy and aim to participate in the transformational work of building solidarity with (rather than for) the communities they aim to serve. Ani and her team have implemented and advised on impact production for over 1,000 filmmakers, and films including Through the Night, Councilwoman, Building the American Dream and LIYANA.
Learn more about Filmmaker Tusedays here:
filmindependent.org/programs/education-events-classes
Become a Member today:
filmindependent.org/join
With the rapid development of AI technology, many questions have emerged regarding the implications of its use within creative industries. How does this new paradigm look? Are there ethical best practices? What are unique use cases? How can we protect creative careers and property? On a quarterly basis, we will invite experts to engage in conversations around these questions and more.
In this Tech Talk, we’ll hear from impact producer Ani Mercedes (founder/CEO, Looky Looky Pictures), who will help attendees explore how AI can be used to help expand a film’s reach. With practical examples and tutorials for AI-driven impact campaigns, Ani will introduce how independent filmmakers can make the most of these new tools.
About the speaker
Ani Mercedes is the Founder, CEO and Impact Producer of Looky Looky Pictures, an impact production company that connects the power of films with the power of people. They work with stories that go beyond empathy and aim to participate in the transformational work of building solidarity with (rather than for) the communities they aim to serve. Ani and her team have implemented and advised on impact production for over 1,000 filmmakers, and films including Through the Night, Councilwoman, Building the American Dream and LIYANA.
Learn more about Filmmaker Tusedays here:
filmindependent.org/programs/education-events-classes
Become a Member today:
filmindependent.org/join
