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Workshop

AI and the Future of:

Adventure Storytelling

with Brian Hockenstein

Saturday Feb 28 / 2026

Speaker

Discover how AI is reshaping adventure storytelling, offering practical tools for creative development, production, and audience engagement—used responsibly and effectively.

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of storytelling, offering new tools and techniques for creators. This workshop is designed for adventure filmmakers and storytellers eager to explore how AI can enhance their creative process.

Details

Saturday Feb 28 / 2026
2:00pm
3:00pm
Doors: 1:30pm

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Workshop

AI and the Future of Adventutre Storytelling

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of storytelling, offering new tools and techniques for creators. This workshop is designed for adventure filmmakers and storytellers eager to explore how AI can enhance their creative process.

We will demystify AI, discussing its capabilities and limitations, and delve into its practical applications in adventure storytelling. Participants will learn how AI can assist in various stages of content creation, from ideation and script development to editing and audience engagement.

Emphasizing ethical considerations, we’ll explore how to integrate AI responsibly, ensuring that technology serves to amplify the human experience at the heart of adventure narratives. Attendees will gain hands-on experience with AI tools, learning to incorporate them into their workflows to craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences.

Join us to navigate the intersection of technology and storytelling, and discover how AI can be a valuable ally in bringing your adventure stories to life.

Key Takeaways:
• Understanding the role of AI in modern storytelling.
• Practical applications of AI in adventure filmmaking.
• Ethical considerations for AI integration.
• Hands-on experience with AI tools for content creation.

Speaker

Brian Hockenstein

Documentary Filmmaker and Photographer

Brian is an adventure-focused socially conscious documentary filmmaker and photographer with over two decades of experience in storytelling and cinematography in some of the most remote regions of the world. Blending themes of outdoor adventure with climate and social justice, He lives to tell meaningful, positive and impactful stories in the most visually engaging and creative way possible.
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