The Next Creative Frontier: Emerging Technology in Service of Storytelling
Summary
Join Walt Disney Studios CTO Eddie Drake and StudioLAB VP Sonia Doshi for a fireside conversation on how emerging technologies are shaping the next era of storytelling. Moderated by Accenture, StudioLAB’s innovation partner, the discussion will explore how new tools can meaningfully empower creatives, expand storytelling formats, and deepen audience connection at a pivotal moment for the industry, while preserving creative excellence as the ultimate differentiator. <br> Speakers: <br> Sonia Doshi, VP Strategic Operations, Design & Production, Disney Eddie Drake, CTO Disney Studios Mary Hamilton, Innovation R&D Director, Accenture Jimmy Priestas, CMT AI and Data Lead, Americas, Accenture
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