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VFX clients demand "no AI" in productions, challenging LLM integration

Clients are increasingly requesting that "AI" not be used in visual effects (VFX) production, a demand that is difficult to meet. The term "AI" is often used as a marketing buzzword, with clients actually referring to the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) and expressing a desire for "no slop" in the creative process. AI

IMPACT Client demand for "no AI" in VFX production highlights a disconnect between marketing terms and actual technology use, particularly concerning LLMs.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece discussing the term "AI" and client demands in VFX.

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VFX clients demand "no AI" in productions, challenging LLM integration

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  1. Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    So, "AI" is a marketing term, and as such, it's only slightly less defined than "smart." What clients mean is the stink that attaches to LLMs. They essentially

    So, "AI" is a marketing term, and as such, it's only slightly less defined than "smart." What clients mean is the stink that attaches to LLMs. They essentially saying: no slop! # AI # VFX # LLM

  2. Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I had a conversation with a colleague who's partner is in VFX. Said partner gets asked pretty frequently by clients to have "no AI!" in the production process,

    I had a conversation with a colleague who's partner is in VFX. Said partner gets asked pretty frequently by clients to have "no AI!" in the production process, and his answer is: That's not really possible. # AI # VFX # LLM