AI is increasingly able to replicate and produce “original” content for publishing for web and print media, and support the creation of avatars and animation in film and television.
It is still early days, but inevitably there will be challenges to actors, performers and designers in years to come.
COVID 19
The coronavirus has impacted arts and recreation hardest of all. Events, galleries, museums, theatres and cinemas have been closed by government order. 75% of employees are likely to lose their jobs because of pandemic shutdowns.
Recovery will be dependent on a vaccine or treatment option becoming available across Australia, before arts and recreation organisations are able to fully operate again.
Replacement of live performances with online options has been insufficient in covering the costs of production, wages and facilities.