Master Classes are in-depth, interactive learning experiences focused on craft and career building and led by renowned industry experts. Topics include fiction and documentary filmmaking, TV writing and production, and navigating and succeeding in the entertainment industry. 


New advancements in technology have created more accessible pathways to getting movies made. In animation, independent creators now have the opportunity to bring their vision to life more efficiently with the use of Artificial Intelligence as a tool.


In this dynamic three-hour Master Class, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Michaela Ternasky-Holland (Echoes of Legend, Thank You, Mom) will guide you through the exciting intersection of animation and AI. Drawing from her acclaimed work, Michaela will share how she collaborates with visual artists and technicians to craft emotionally resonant animated projects, tips on working with Generative AI and finding the right workflow that fits your project. 


Whether you're a seasoned animator curious about AI or a storyteller ready to explore animation for the first time, this Master Class offers a practical, inspiring roadmap to help you realize your vision — on your terms.


Topics Covered Include:

  • Proven strategies for team collaboration in AI-assisted animation
  • Best practices for working with Generative AI tools
  • Collaborating and scheduling with your creative team
  • How to design a workflow that aligns with your creative goals


If you would benefit from an accommodation to fully participate in this event, please complete this form, contact us at (435) 776-7790, or email us at accessibility@sundance.org to discuss your specific requests. Every effort will be made to accommodate advance requests; however, requests made within 5 days of the event may not be guaranteed.


A recording of this Master Class will be posted to our Video Library the next business day following the session. All registered attendees will find the recording in the “Purchases” section of their account once it is posted.

Michaela A. Ternasky-Holland is a Peabody-nominated and Emmy award-winning director who specializes in creating impactful stories using immersive and interactive technology. She is one of the first directors to create and premiere a short film utilizing Open AI’s SORA platform, which screened at Tribeca Festival. As a nominee for the Producers Guild of America’s Innovation Award, she is also a consultant, speaker, and thought leader, who has been recognized as one of the 100 Original Voices of XR and listed as one of Blooloop’s 50 Immersive Influencers. more...
Moderator | Digital Course & Event Producer
Katherine "Kat" Street is an LA-based award-winning filmmaker and Philadelphia native. A cinephile at heart, she writes female-driven stories with complex (oftentimes damaged) main characters, centered around self-discovery, self-love, and belonging. She has written numerous short-form projects, including original shorts, pilots, and features. She wrote and directed the dramatic short film “Cycles,” which received festival recognition in both acting and best romantic short. She also created her award-winning flagship web series "The New Adult,” which is currently streaming on Kweli TV. more...

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