There is a popular meme making its way around the Internet where a designer dismisses the idea of losing their job to AI because it means clients would have to be able know what they want and then articulate it.
I thought the same thing at first. I’ve spent decades doing revisions on projects because I gave the client exactly what they asked for.
But then I built the After Design website and I paid attention to my thought process as I was working.
If you’ve ever designed and built something for yourself (and I’m sure you have), it’s a great feeling. You get to make every decision! You get to decide what’s important and what’s not. You know where you need to go the extra mile, and you know where you can cut corners. You call the shots.
The same applies to when someone else is building their own designs, or ads, or a website, or whatever. These are the people who will have you do four rounds of revisions because they’re paying for your time and expertise.
But when it’s their own time on the line, the phrase “good enough” will start to creep in. They’ll realize it’s not how they want to spend their time and suddenly “good enough” becomes justifiable because they’re saving money.
Not every boss/client is like this. But many are.
I dig into it a bit more in my most recent blog post.
News at the Intersection of AI and Design
Wix’s New Tool Can Create Entire Websites From Prompts
Wix has released an innovative tool capable of building entire websites from user prompts, drastically simplifying the website development process.
- The tool leverages advanced artificial intelligence technology to interpret prompts and construct a fully functional, tailored website.
- Wix’s new offering promises to transform the website development industry by making it more accessible to those without coding skills.
Designers Sue Retailer Shein Over AI Rip-Offs of Their Work
Several designers have launched legal action against fast-fashion retailer Shein, accusing the company of using AI to replicate their unique designs.
- The lawsuit highlights the increasing conflict between creativity and AI technology in the fashion industry.
- This case could set a precedent on how copyright law applies to AI-replicated designs.
Employers Leveraging AI to Reduce Gen Z Work
Companies are increasingly using AI technologies to undertake tasks traditionally assigned to Gen Z workers, reducing their responsibilities.
- The shift to AI is changing the nature of Gen Z’s roles in the workplace, as automation takes over more routine tasks.
- While this could lead to increased efficiency, there are concerns about job security and the potential loss of skills among younger workers.
New Resources for you
Changing careers can be very scary. I’ve slowly evolved my career over the years (and at one time I did a complete shift to product development, but then moved back to my comfort zone).
The unfortunate reality is that some designers will need to evolve their careers because the industry isn’t going to be able to support everyone.
In this LinkedIn post, I talk about how AI will disrupt many careers, but designers are uniquely qualified for this moment.
How can I help you?
If you want to learn more about what’s available, here are some links:
Thanks for reading!
-Jim
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