Wake Up to Real Creativity: The AI Uprising
A virtual campaign protesting against AI’s encroachment in the entertainment industry
Updated July 6, 2023
Campaign Idea
The campaign, “Wake Up to Real Creativity: The AI Uprising”, aims to rally the entertainment industry against the overuse of AI. We will employ an online strategy, utilising platforms often used by the industry for a series of virtual events like webinars, online gigs, memes, and viral challenges to raise awareness about the dilution of human creativity due to AI.
Campaign Description
The campaign focuses on bringing a cultural shift by highlighting the importance of human creativity over AI-generated content in the entertainment industry. It will consist of a series of virtual events, webinars featuring influential industry insiders, online concerts with artists supporting the cause, viral social media challenges and a dedicated meme campaign, with all content centered around the theme “Wake Up to Real Creativity”. The campaign, while highlighting the negative impact of AI on creativity, will also encourage the industry to use AI responsibly and in a way that enhances human creativity instead of replacing it.
Theory for Why This Campaign Will Create Change
Historically, campaigns that target specific industries, particularly those that rely heavily on creativity and originality, have been successful in influencing change. The Writers Guild of America strikes in 2007 and 1988 altered industry practices and improved conditions. These instances demonstrate the power of industry-focused protests, given the right leverage and strategy. Our campaign’s strength lies in the fact that it is not against AI, but against its irresponsible use. We aim to create an environment where AI supplements human creativity rather than replace it.
Sample Viral Social Media Post from the Campaign
“Are we ready to let bots write our stories? Let’s keep creativity alive! #WakeUpToRealCreativity #AIvsArt #SupportHumanCreativity”
Sample Press Release Announcing Campaign to Media
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
“Entertainment Industry’s AI Uprising: Launching ‘Wake Up to Real Creativity’, a campaign dedicated to responsible use of AI in the entertainment industry.”
Story Written in the First Person Perspective
As an artist, I’ve always been passionate about the purity of creation. But when algorithm-generated tracks started replacing the hard work of my peers, my heart sank. This is the story of our uprising against AI’s encroachment on our creativity.
How Will Opponents to This Campaign Try to Stop It
Opponents, primarily tech companies and those benefiting from AI-driven models, might argue that technology is just evolving and that it is a natural progression for AI to take over. They may also try to discredit our campaign by highlighting the efficiency and cost benefits of AI.
How Should Activists Respond to Opponent’s Attempts to Stop It
Activists should respond by continuously emphasizing the importance of human creativity in content creation. They should also highlight that the campaign is not against AI but for its responsible use. Collect and share stories of creatives impacted negatively by AI’s inappropriate usage would be effective as well.
What Are the Steps Necessary to Launch the Campaign
- Form a core team with individuals passionate about the cause.
- Reach out to influencers and thought leaders within the entertainment industry who are supportive of the cause.
- Design the social media strategy including hashtag campaigns, viral challenges, and memes.
- Organize virtual webinars and concerts.
- Launch press releases and maintain constant contact with media to ensure broad coverage.
- Stay prepared with counter-arguments and strategies to handle opposition.
Each step requires careful planning, teamwork and resource allocation. Always remember our goal: promoting human creativity in the era of AI.