Navigating the Digital Landscape through AI and Custom Solutions with Ariana Smetana

MEDIASCAPE: Insights From Digital Changemakers

What if your career journey could seamlessly blend the worlds of technology, corporate strategy, and interior design? Ariana Smetana, the dynamic founder and CEO of AccelIQ Digital, shares her fascinating transition from prestigious roles in London and Houston to leading digital transformation efforts. Her unique perspective on technology and AI, sparked by the digital revolution of 2020, offers invaluable insights for any business navigating the digital landscape. Arianna emphasizes how crucial a strong web presence is for overcoming the challenges and seizing the opportunities presented by the digital and AI era.
Imagine revolutionizing the way you consume media and learn through AI. Our discussion reveals how AI is not just about automation but personalizing experiences in entertainment and education. Discover how AI technology, ranging from everyday gadgets to advanced tools like ChatGPT, is being leveraged by industries to refine user content experiences. Insights from our program leader at Kellogg further illuminate how AI applications bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical industry solutions, enabling organizations to tackle genuine business challenges with technology as a partner.
Picture a future where AI saves you 30-40% of your work time. We explore how AI's transformative power in the workplace is not just about efficiency but about empowering the workforce with new skills to adapt and thrive. The conversation touches on emerging trends such as edge computing and the necessity of customization in AI tools. We highlight a compelling client success story, showcasing AI's role in streamlining documentation processes, and discuss the advantages of exploring multimodal AI options. By staying informed and adaptable, students, faculty, and professionals can harness AI's ever-evolving capabilities to stay ahead in the digital age.
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This podcast is proudly sponsored by USC Annenberg’s Master of Science in Digital Media Management (MSDMM) program. An online master’s designed to prepare practitioners to understand the evolving media landscape, make data-driven and ethical decisions, and build a more equitable future by leading diverse teams with the technical, artistic, analytical, and production skills needed to create engaging content and technologies for the global marketplace. Learn more or apply today at https://dmm.usc.edu.

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1. Navigating the Digital Landscape through AI and Custom Solutions with Ariana Smetana (00:00:00)

2. Digital Transformation and AI Insights (00:00:01)

3. AI Applications and Industry Transformations (00:14:13)

4. The Future Impact of AI (00:18:28)

5. Exploring Multimodal Options in AI (00:27:50)