As Head of AI at Keywords Studios, I lead a fast-growing AI R&D team and our AI Center of Excellence. My rewarding career in games began as an Alienbrain field engineer, automating and optimizing AAA art production pipelines. This early work laid the foundation for my career in service of enhanced game development.My journey with AI started in 2008 at Image Metrics, collaborating with computer vision researchers on new product ideas. At Amazon Web Services (AWS) from 2017, the potential of AI/ML captured my full attention, shifting my career back towards R&D and solution building. Joining Keywords Studios in 2023 allowed me to work more directly with the creative talent behind many of today's best games, reinvigorating my passion for technology innovation in game development.A fundamental principle guiding my work is the belief that the best AI deployments increase job satisfaction for game developers. By addressing challenges that hinder creative professionals, we unlock tremendous value, allowing them to focus on the most fulfilling aspects of their work, and get closer to their vision. This involves close collaboration with development teams to understand their pain points and aspirations, leading to responsible, tailored AI solutions.AI's role in game development will be transformative, expanding our creative horizons. It will reshape our notion of gaming possibilities, from fleeting experiences to deep engagements, from social hubs to personal journeys. This expansion will cultivate fresh genres, untapped markets, and innovative disciplines, propelling our industry into uncharted territory.I'm passionate about ethically sourced, socialy responsible AI that is transparent, accountable, and fairly compensates contributors. I believe it's the only path to success for AI. As a leader in the gaming industry - the largest creative industry with significant social and financial influence - I'm committed to championing the practical, responsible and creative integration of AI in all the worlds we create and inhabit.