Frame by Frame: Explorations of GenAI in Filmmaking

Have you always wanted to try out new and emerging Generative AI (GenAI) tools for film productions? Do you want to pioneer innovative methods for storytelling using these cutting-edge technologies? Join us for a dynamic short-term internship this June and contribute to cutting-edge research in GenAI-driven filmmaking! Apply now to be part of this exciting opportunity and help shape the future of storytelling.

Internship Details:

• Internship: June 2 – 20, 2024
• Meetings: Twice weekly (F2F or Zoom) with regular team syncs
• Commitment: up to 60 hours (maximum)
• Compensation: Earn up to 5,000 HKD (60h) based on your availability.

What You’ll Do:

• Experiment with GenAI tools (e.g., text-to-video, video-to-video) to develop different film production workflows.
• Design and refine prompts, protocols, and techniques for AI-driven storytelling.
• Collaborate on creating short films that blend artistic vision with scientific inquiry.
• Document findings to advance best practices for GenAI in film (contributing to academic/industry discourse).

Why Join?

• Eligible for a stipend
• Eligible to earn two (2) non-graduating academic credit (https://tl.hku.hk/out-of-class-credits/)
• Get a Certificate and Letter of Completion by the Common Core Office.
• Gain hands-on experience with next-generation AI tools.
• Contribute to research at the forefront of creative technology.
• Network with peers and professionals passionate about innovation.

We’re Looking For:

• Curious students with a passion about film production, AI technology, and creative computing.
• Enjoy problem-solving and experimenting with new software/tools (prior GenAI experience is a plus).
• Want to explore the scientific and artistic potential of emerging technologies.
• Independent learners

For further information, please contact the Common Core at commoncore@hku.hk.