Date of Completion

12-3-2024

Degree Type

Honors Thesis

Discipline

Film and Television Production (PROD)

First Advisor

Charles Howard

Abstract

My thesis lives in the world of Post-Production, and it contains both a creative and written component. I was the editor for four Undergraduate thesis projects. Seeking to gain experience in editing various genres, I worked in drama, sports, period piece, coming of age, and adventure. My biggest takeaways from these projects are the importance of organization, communication, time management, and editing with a sense of imagination. I became a more confident, resilient, and prepared editor through these experiences.

Along with the hands-on filmmaking element of my thesis, I also conducted research on how artificial intelligence will impact conceptions of creativity in the world of post-production. I launched case studies on two AI-powered editing software, Runway and Wondershare Filmora, and I examined how AI expands creative possibilities while simultaneously threatening the integrity of human creativity and effort. Through these case studies, interviews with industry professionals, and historical context, I argue that artificial intelligence is expanding the scope of creativity by incorporating nonhuman contributions, thereby serving as a catalyst for innovation.

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