🎬 LeyLine Presents: How Did They Do That? Secrets of AI Video Storytelling
​A Live Screening, Creator Panel & Behind-the-Scenes Workshop with Alexander Vail
​Some AI videos make you stop scrolling.
​Not because they're obviously AI—but because they leave you wondering:
​"How did they do that?"
​In this free live Zoom event, we'll take you behind the scenes of some of the most imaginative work coming out of the LeyLine creator community. You'll see what our latest Masterclass cohort has built, hear firsthand what it was like learning AI-native production, and watch LeyLine Creator-in-Residence Alexander Vail break down the creative techniques behind his signature visual style.
​Whether you're a filmmaker, designer, marketer, artist, or simply AI-curious, you'll leave with new creative ideas, practical production techniques, and a better understanding of where AI storytelling is headed.
​🎬 Screening: Inside the LeyLine Masterclass
​We'll kick things off with a showcase of selected projects from our most recent Masterclass cohort, featuring AI-generated vertical stories and experimental films created by creators exploring what's possible with today's AI tools.
​See what creators were able to build—and how quickly they progressed.
​🎤 Creator Panel: What It's Really Like Learning AI Production
​Join LeyLine CEO, Q, and members of the latest cohort for an honest conversation about their experience.
​We'll discuss:
​Their biggest breakthroughs
​The challenges they encountered
​Lessons they wish they'd known sooner
​How AI changed the way they think about storytelling
​Where they believe creative production is heading next
​🎥 Behind the Scenes with Alexander Vail
​Alexander Vail—LeyLine Creator in Residence and creator of Night Never Ending—has become known for creating surreal, visually unforgettable moments that make audiences stop and ask:
​"How did they do that?"
​In this live breakdown, Alexander will unpack the creative thinking, prompting strategies, and production techniques behind his work, including his use of anthropomorphic characters, impossible perspectives, cinematic transitions, and other eye-catching visual effects.
​Rather than focusing on individual tools, you'll gain insight into the creative process behind building memorable AI-native experiences.
​💬 Live Q&A & Industry Conversation
​We'll close with an open discussion featuring Alexander, the cohort, and the LeyLine team.
​Bring your questions about:
​AI filmmaking and storytelling
​Creative workflows
​Prompting strategies
​The current state of AI entertainment
​Career opportunities in AI-native production
​Joining a future LeyLine Masterclass
​Whether you're just beginning or already creating with AI, this is an opportunity to connect with other forward-thinking creatives and see where the medium is heading.
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