The Future of Creative Work: Thriving Independently in an AI World

Isaiah Steinfeld and Aldo Juraidini

How do you build a sustainable creative career when AI transforms everything overnight? Join our discussion where independent designers and freelancers navigate the evolving landscape of AI-augmented creativity. This isn't about fearing automation—it's about positioning your uniquely human skills in a world of powerful new tools. Join AIGA board member Isaiah Steinfeld and Aldo Juraidini, Program Workgroup Board Member at AIGA NY, for a candid conversation on harnessing AI as a collaborator. We'll explore:

• Developing human superpowers—taste, intuition, storytelling—that AI cannot replicate
• Creating business models that incorporate AI while preserving your creative signature
• Shifting from production to strategic curation in client relationships

No dystopian predictions—just honest dialogue about thriving in a landscape that rewards human discernment.

This episode of AIGA Real Talk was originally livestreamed on LinkedIn on Friday, June 27, 2025. Join us for the next edition of AIGA Real Talk on July 11th. Learn more and tune in:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/aiga/