Amazon MGM Studios and AWS Launch GenAI Creators' Fund, Greenlight Three Animated Series for Prime Video
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Mercedes Milligan
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Summary
Amazon MGM Studios and AWS have launched a GenAI Creators' Fund that provides creators with professional-grade AI tools and funding to produce animated series. The first three greenlit projects include Cupcake & Friends from BuzzFeed Studios and Love, Diana Music Hunters from creator Albie Hecht. These AI-animated series are heading to Prime Video, marking a significant step in integrating generative AI into mainstream entertainment production.
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· 3 pulledGranting creators of all styles and backgrounds access to professional-grade AI tools and funding, the Fund brings together established filmmakers, digital creators and technology startups with the goal of producing high-quality cinematic entertainment.
Today, at AI on the Lot, Amazon MGM Studios revealed three greenlit animation projects originating from the fund.
Cupcake & Friends from BuzzFeed Studios; Love, Diana Music Hunters from creator Albie Hecht, Chief Content
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