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February 25, 2025 โ€ข 60 mins

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Ever wondered how AI is transforming the creative world?

In this podcast episode, Emerging Tech Unpacked host Lucy Lin spoke to Canvaโ€™s Head of Generative AI Design, CJ Jones, about the future of creativity, generative AI design and her global career working at the bleeding edge of design and technology.

You'll discover why getting bored might be the secret to unlocking your creative potential, how AI walks can spark innovation, and why critical thinking is more crucial than ever in this AI-driven world. Whether you're a designer, tech enthusiast, or simply curious about how AI is reshaping creativity, this episode will change your thoughts about the future of design, AI and creativity.ย 

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to AI in Design and Creativity

01:07 CJ Jones: Career Journey and Role at Canva

07:32 Defining Creativity and the Creative Process

10:34 Fostering Creativity and Innovation in Teams

14:48 Explaining Generative AI in Simple Terms

16:03 Data Sources and Challenges in Generative AI

19:25 Critical Thinking and AI Reliability

22:57 AI's Impact on Artists and Designers

31:17 Ethical Considerations in AI Usage

35:01 AI in Film Production and Creative Industries

42:59 The Role of Governments in AI Regulation

45:07 Essential Skills for Designers in the AI Era

51:02 The Future of Generative AI Design

54:54 Tips for Enhancing Creativity

Host Bio:ย 

Lucy Lin is a global marketing and education strategist. She hosts the Emerging Tech Unpacked podcast that demystifies new and emerging technologies, features the career stories of incredible women in STEM thought leaders and promotes career pathways. Outside of the podcast, Lucy is a founder of Forestlyn.com, an Entrepreneur in Residence for a university and has spent the past 20 years driving change and scaling growth for startups, universities, and corporations. A global citizen, she has lived and worked in 5 countries (Australia, Japan, Canada, Taiwan & the UK) and champions diversity and inclusion in everything she does.

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