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Get Ready for the AI and Creativity Summit
A Summit designed to ask better questions
AI is reshaping how creative work is made, shared, discovered, and valued. The AI and Creativity Summit brings global perspectives into an Aotearoa context. The goal is not to rush to answers, but to prompt curious minds to explore what is changing and what matters most.
Across two cities, we will look at real creative practice, new opportunities, and the tensions that come with speed. This includes truth and trust, copyright and attribution, social license, and the future of creative craft.
Curiosity is the starting point. Responsibility is the standard.
The Future of News
How AI is transforming journalism, trust, and the business of news — and what it means for Aotearoa.
Facts In / Facts Out (Fact or Fake?)
What happens when synthetic content scales? How do we verify what’s real, what’s manipulated, and what’s misrepresented?
Thief or Genius?
Creation, inspiration, training data, copyright, and attribution — where are the lines now, and where are they heading?
Social License
What do communities accept — and what do they reject? How do we build trust and accountability as AI becomes embedded in creative work?
Inspirational Creative Stories
Human stories from people using AI thoughtfully — showing what’s possible without losing the craft.
AI in Creative Practice
Tools, workflows, and emerging norms across film, design, writing, music, and beyond.
Two cities. One kaupapa. Prompting curious minds.
We are hosting the Summit across two locations so more people can take part. Both cities will feature shared themes and speakers, with a focus on conversation, not lecture. Expect big ideas, grounded debate, and moments of creative inspiration in Wellington and Auckland.
Auckland
5 May 2026
Te Puna Creative Innovation Quarter
Includes Film Festival showcase moments and audience voting.
Wellington
6 May 2026
Datacom
Talks, panels, and conversation shaped for creators and creative leaders.
Why be part of the Summit
- Hear from global and local voices shaping the future of creative work
- Learn how AI is impacting creative industries — ethically, culturally, and commercially
- Explore emerging issues across IP, truth, and creative attribution
- Connect with peers across film, design, media, education, and technology
- Experience the One Minute AI Film Festival showcase and audience vote
Partnership Opportunities
Support a summit that helps Aotearoa’s creative industries navigate change with curiosity and care.
Partnership connects your organisation with creators and decision-makers shaping what responsible adoption looks like.
The Festival is supported by partners across creative and education communities, including
One Minute AI Film Festival
A celebration of storytelling and emerging tools.
Submit a one-minute film that uses AI in your creative, filming, editing, or storytelling process — and see finalists screened during the Aotearoa AI Summit 2026.