Synthetic Narratives AI & XR The Future of Storytelling

HOBOKEN, N.J. - Aug. 20, 2025 - PRLog -- The Synthetic Narratives Conference at Stevens Institute of Technology is a two-day exploration of AI's transformative role in media, storytelling, and visual culture. The conference brings together leading artists, technologists, and scholars through panels, exhibitions, AI short film screenings, and a keynote by philosopher and cognitive scientist David Chalmers.

Website https://syntheticnarratives.com/

Conference Highlights

• Friday, Oct 24 (Open to Public): Machine Cinema GenJam, Exhibition Opening, and AI Short Film Screening.
• Saturday, Oct 25 (Ticketed): Panels on AI Filmmaking, AI & Immersive Media, Post-Photography, and Truth & Trust; keynote presentation by David Chalmers; reception; ongoing art exhibition.

October 25th Conference Day Ticketed

Keynote Speaker

David Chalmers – Philosopher and cognitive scientist, Professor of Philosophy and Neural Science at NYU, co-director of the Center for Mind, Brain and Consciousness. Known for formulating the "hard problem of consciousness" and popularizing the philosophical zombie thought experiment. Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and co-founder of PhilPapers.

October 24th Events Open to the Public

Machine Cinema GenJam

A high-energy AI creativity jam where participants form teams to tackle a unified challenge—whether it's generating short films, music videos, or other creative content using AI tools. GenJam emphasizes co-creation, skill-sharing, and education, offering a hands-on experience with the latest AI storytelling technologies. Expect collaboration, rapid prototyping, and networking, making it a perfect space for both beginners and experts to explore AI-generated creativity. Link to registration will be posted to conference's main website.

AI Short Film Screening

A two-hour juried showcase of submitted short films created with AI tools. This program celebrates innovation in synthetic cinema, offering audiences a glimpse into emerging practices in AI filmmaking while providing a platform for creators to share their work with peers and industry experts.