How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Journalism and Performing Arts: Creativity vs Authenticity

Gagan Shukla is Visiting Faculty and Research Scholar at DAVV SJMC,Indore. He has industry experience in Print Media and also worked as a Freelance  video editor in short Films and Documentries. Additionally he has already completed his masters dissertation in How AI is supporting Journalism.   

Ms. Nishi Sharma is an Assistant Professor at SAGE University, Indore, and a Research Scholar at Banasthali Vidyapith. She is actively engaged in teaching, academic research, and mentoring in the areas of media studies, communication, and emerging digital technologies.

Her academic interests include Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital transformation, media innovation, and the application of AI across communication and journalism. She is committed to introducing learners to the fundamentals of AI, helping them understand its concepts, applications, and impact on education, media, business, and society. Alongside her academic career, Ms. Sharma has gained practical experience as an Anchor and Master of Ceremonies (MC), hosting academic, cultural, and professional events. Her expertise in public speaking, audience engagement, and stage communication complements her teaching, enabling her to effectively connect with diverse audiences and deliver impactful presentations.

Mr. Gagan Shukla is a Visiting Faculty at Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV), Indore, and a Research Scholar at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication (SJMC), DAVV. With a blend of academic expertise and industry experience, he has worked as a Video Editor and Photographer, bringing practical insights into digital storytelling, visual communication, and multimedia content production. As an educator and media professional, Mr. Shukla specializes in AI in Journalism, Generative AI for Content Creation, Digital Media Production, Visual Storytelling, Mobile Journalism (MoJo), Photojournalism, Video Editing, and Media Ethics. His sessions combine academic research with hands-on industry experience, enabling participants to understand how AI-powered tools can enhance journalistic practices while preserving the core values of accuracy, transparency, and responsible reporting.

Ms. Tejaasvee Mehta is a media professional and academic with expertise in journalism, digital communication, and contemporary media practices. She is passionate about preparing aspiring journalists to navigate the rapidly evolving media landscape while upholding the principles of ethical, accurate, and responsible reporting.

Her session on "Challenges in Journalism" explores the critical issues confronting the profession in the digital age. Drawing on contemporary media trends, she examines the impact of misinformation and fake news, declining public trust in media, the influence of social media platforms, increasing competition for audience attention, ethical dilemmas, digital disruption, newsroom convergence, and the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in news production and content distribution.

Ms. Tejaasvee Mehta is a media professional and academic with expertise in journalism, digital communication, and contemporary media practices. She is passionate about preparing aspiring journalists to navigate the rapidly evolving media landscape while upholding the principles of ethical, accurate, and responsible reporting.

Her session on "Challenges in Journalism" explores the critical issues confronting the profession in the digital age. Drawing on contemporary media trends, she examines the impact of misinformation and fake news, declining public trust in media, the influence of social media platforms, increasing competition for audience attention, ethical dilemmas, digital disruption, newsroom convergence, and the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in news production and content distribution.

Mr. Shubham Vyas is a Professor at GDC College, Indore, with a keen interest in the intersection of technology, creativity, and performing arts. As an educator, he is committed to exploring innovative approaches that enrich artistic expression while preparing learners for the evolving digital landscape.

His session on "AI in Performing Arts" examines the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in theatre, music, dance, film, and live performances. He explores how AI-powered tools are redefining creative processes through script development, music composition, choreography, virtual production, motion capture, audience analytics, and immersive experiences using augmented and virtual reality.

Mr. CM Shankey is a Producer at MY FM with extensive experience in radio production, creative content development, audio storytelling, and media production. With a strong background in the broadcast industry, he has worked on creating engaging radio programmes, promotional campaigns, branded content, and audience-centric creative solutions.

His session on "Creativity vs Technology" offers an industry-oriented perspective on how creativity and technology complement each other in today's media ecosystem. The workshop is designed to provide participants with practical exposure to the latest digital tools and AI-powered software used by media professionals for content creation, audio production, script writing, graphic design, video editing, voice generation, and creative ideation.

Ms. Pranjal Shukla is a passionate performing arts educator with over five years of experience in the field of performing arts and two years of teaching experience at the university level, along with experience in school education. She is committed to nurturing creativity, confidence, and effective communication through innovative and engaging teaching practices.

With a strong interest in integrating technology into education, Ms. Shukla incorporates Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance creative learning, lesson planning, and student engagement. She encourages learners to explore the intersection of performing arts and emerging technologies, helping them develop both artistic expression and digital literacy.

At the Sage Summer School, Ms. Shukla aims to create an inspiring and interactive learning environment where students can develop their creative potential, strengthen collaboration and communication skills, and discover how performing arts and AI can work together to shape the future of learning and innovation.

Mr. Ayush Sapre is an industry professional with five years of experience, including two years of specialized expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI). His work focuses on leveraging AI to enhance creative workflows, particularly in videography and digital content creation.

With experience in AI-powered video production, editing, automation, and visual storytelling, Mr. Sapre demonstrates how emerging technologies are transforming the media and creative industries. He is passionate about helping students understand the practical applications of AI through hands-on projects and real-world examples.

At the Sage Summer School, Mr. Sapre aims to introduce students to the exciting intersection of AI and videography, enabling them to create engaging digital content, explores intelligent editing tools, and develop future-ready creative and technical skills.