Ideas to Screen: Creative AI Ads

Have you ever wondered how storytelling transforms from words to dynamic visuals?

In this hands-on journey of Creative AI Ads where literary language is brought to life as cinematic sequences. Along the way, we will critically examine how AI models can mirror and reinforce societal biases—for example, prompting an image of a "doctor" often yields a male figure. This workshop gives you the opportunity to challenge such gender stereotypes, create alternative visions of a more gender-equal world, and empower you to reshape narratives and express your perspectives through AI-assisted creative work.

This workshop is organised in collaboration with Prof. Iris Lo for GEND3005 Gender, Society, Culture.

[What you’ll learn]

Gain practical skills in:

• converting your ideas into creative work using AI
• storyboarding, scriptwriting, and plot design
• translating text into AI-generated video sequences and assembling engaging video clips

[Showcase Opportunity]

Create a one-minute video addressing gender stereotypes and/or creating a more gender-equal world. Selected works will be featured in a showcase at 3:30 p.m. on 20 November 2026 at the Amphitheatre on the Shaw campus.

Don’t miss your chance to unlock the future of storytelling with artificial intelligence!

[About the Facilitator]

Mr. Ethan Wang
Mr. Wang is a storyteller who bridges the worlds of literature and cinema. With a background in English Literature and MFA in Film, he has directed three independent feature films and a documentary. As the founder of an emerging commercial studio in Hong Kong, he blends powerful narrative craft with cutting-edge AI and high-tech versatile, and stylish filmmaking approach. Drawing on this cross-disciplinary expertise, he is passionate about empowering students to translate their stories to the screen and create compelling visuals with accessible tools.

[Important Notes]

1. Seats will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
2. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email.   
3. UGC students will receive a CCL record after participating in the screening and completing the event survey.

[Registration] 

Co-Curricular Learning (CCL) recognised, except for students of GEND3005.

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