Expert / Consultant - AI Production Studio

We are exploring the opportunity to build an AI-native production studio that uses generative AI to create films We are looking for experts from AI-native production companies, conventional studios, streaming platforms and content-distribution businesses who can help us understand the industry and develop the right business and operating model.

Areas of Consultation - 1. Business model: How AI and conventional studios develop, produce, finance, distribute and monetize content. 2.

Revenue model: Revenue from production services, commissioned content, licensing, streaming platforms, broadcasters, theatrical distribution, advertising, branded content and owned intellectual property. 3. Customers and sales: Who purchases or commissions content, key decision-makers, sales channels, sales cycles and how studios build relationships with buyers and distribution partners.

4. Pricing and commercial structures: How content is priced, including project fees, cost-plus models, licensing fees, minimum guarantees, royalties, revenue shares and co-production arrangements. 5.

Cost structure and economics: Development and production costs, team structure, AI and technology costs, marketing and distribution expenses, margins, break-even timelines and project-level profitability. 6. AI-enabled production: Where AI can reduce costs or production timelines, what capabilities are still required from human teams, and the commercial, copyright, talent and quality risks involved.

7. Recommended operating model: The most viable model for starting and scaling an AI production studio, including whether to focus on production services, commissioned content, original IP, branded content, technology-enabled services or a combination. 1.

At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably 10+ years, in film, television, animation, digital media, branded content or AI-enabled production. 2. Experience working at or building an AI-native production company, film or television studio, streaming platform or content-distribution business.

3. Direct knowledge of studio business models, production costs, pricing, customer acquisition and project-level economics. 4.

Experience working with content buyers such as streaming platforms, broadcasters, studios, brands, agencies or distributors. 5. A practical understanding of how generative AI is changing content development, production and post-production.

6. The ability to share actual examples, indicative economics and lessons from projects or businesses they have operated.