Embracing AI: Insights from a Creative Director | Paul Wolski

In this conversation, Anthony Amunategui and Paul Wolski discuss the implications of AI on jobs, particularly in the creative design sector. They explore how AI has evolved and its impact on team dynamics, emphasizing the importance of engaging with AI rather than fearing it. Paul shares insights from internal exercises that helped his team embrace AI, highlighting the need for organizations to foster open discussions about technology.  Special Guest: Paul Wolski is a seasoned creative director and illustrator with a diverse background spanning theme park design, publishing, and retail strategy. Beginning his career with Walt Disney Imagineering, he contributed to iconic projects like Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland and provided character graphics for Tokyo Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Currently serving as Senior Vice President and Creative Director at Miller Zell, Paul specializes in crafting immersive branded environments that enhance customer experiences.  Chapters: 00:00: Introduction to AI and Job Security 03:09: Understanding AI's Impact on Creative Teams 06:03: Engaging with AI: Internal Exercises and Team Bonding 08:56: AI as a Tool: Embracing the Learning Curve 12:08: AI in Design: A Catalyst, Not a Replacement 14:59: Navigating Resistance: Cultural Conversations in Organizations 17:48: The Future of AI in Retail and Design 20:52: AI's Role in Enhancing Creative Processes 23:58: Playing with AI: Finding Opportunities 26:55: Conclusion: Embracing Change and Moving Forward PAUL'S INFO: Website: https://www.millerzell.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwolski/ PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast