In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford of the Arts Management and interviews Bill Updegraff, founder and CEO of Grapeseed Media, a programmatic digital advertising firm. Grapeseed Media, established in 2013, has grown into a trusted partner for brands and agencies in digital advertising, earning recognition on Inc.’s 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.
What are the implications of AI and algorithmic governance on culture and creative industries? To answer these and other questions, the Arts Management and Technology Laboratory gathered a panel of experts across arts, media, data, and technology for a discussion moderated by Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne. This episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast is a recording of the program.
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Sofia Akhmanaeva, AMT Lab’s social media manager, sits down with Eric Williams and Jordan Herron, presenters at this year’s SONA Immersive Storytelling Festival. At SONA, Williams and Herron presented a series of cinematic VR projects designed to support public service training. Using 360° filmmaking, they aimed to evoke empathy and create shared, memorable experiences.
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab’s Social Media Manager, Sofia Akhmanaeva, sits down with Amber Johnson, an Associate Professor of Simulation and Game Development at Wake Tech Community College. A presenter at Carnegie Mellon’s SONA Immersive Storytelling Festival, Johnson shares about the technology and inspiration behind her work.
Donor advised funds - what are they? How are they being used? And what innovations are these peculiar giving vehicles introducing to the field of philanthropy? In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Lead Research Ian Hawthorne sits down with Rebecca Jacobs, head of community funds at CharityVest, a young, digitally native DAF sponsor.
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford of the Arts Management and interviews Bill Updegraff, founder and CEO of Grapeseed Media, a programmatic digital advertising firm. Grapeseed Media, established in 2013, has grown into a trusted partner for brands and agencies in digital advertising, earning recognition on Inc.’s 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.
What are the implications of AI and algorithmic governance on culture and creative industries? To answer these and other questions, the Arts Management and Technology Laboratory gathered a panel of experts across arts, media, data, and technology for a discussion moderated by Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne. This episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast is a recording of the program.
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Sofia Akhmanaeva, AMT Lab’s social media manager, sits down with Eric Williams and Jordan Herron, presenters at this year’s SONA Immersive Storytelling Festival. At SONA, Williams and Herron presented a series of cinematic VR projects designed to support public service training. Using 360° filmmaking, they aimed to evoke empathy and create shared, memorable experiences.
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab’s Social Media Manager, Sofia Akhmanaeva, sits down with Amber Johnson, an Associate Professor of Simulation and Game Development at Wake Tech Community College. A presenter at Carnegie Mellon’s SONA Immersive Storytelling Festival, Johnson shares about the technology and inspiration behind her work.
Donor advised funds - what are they? How are they being used? And what innovations are these peculiar giving vehicles introducing to the field of philanthropy? In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Lead Research Ian Hawthorne sits down with Rebecca Jacobs, head of community funds at CharityVest, a young, digitally native DAF sponsor.
A shocking headline about SXSW’s music portion set the internet buzzing. Are big festivals on the decline, or are they simply evolving? Tune in as we break down the changes. In the Let’s Talk episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab’s Podcaster Producer, Jinghong Gong, and Social Media Manager, Sofia Akhmanaeva, discuss the latest headlines.
In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Dr. Stephen Neely, associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Music, talks with the Sofia Akhmanaeva, AMT Lab’s Social Media and Marketing Coordinator. They discuss eurhythmics, a century-old practice focusing on the bodily engagement of music, and how these principles extend to modern interaction design. The conversation delves into the evolution of design practices and the need for a more holistic, user-centric approach in the digital age.
How will Spotify’s new “Streaming 2.0” deal with Universal Music Group reshape the music industry? How have music streaming platforms impacted culture and its artists? In this “Let’s Talk” episode of AMT Lab’s Tech in the Arts podcast, Podcast Producer Jinghong Gong and Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne discuss the latest headlines and newly released books that are shaping the music landscape.
In this interview, we talk with AMT Lab Contributor Christine Rivera about her research in AI, cultural appropriation, and orange economies. Christine is a second-year Master of Arts Management student at Carnegie Mellon University. With three decades of experience as a professional actor, she has performed extensively on stages across the United States as well as commercials and independent films. She has also worked as a director and producer for stage and film, with two short films currently in development. Passionate about artists’ rights, Christine is dedicated to being a resource and advocate for artists nationwide.
As we step into a new year and a new presidential administration, the media and technology landscape faces some significant shifts. While AI companies partner with major media outlets to train their models, social media platforms make changes that leave users in seeking decentralized platforms. In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, and Chief Editor, Hannah Brainard, dive into the latest headlines.
