Build It Live. The LA AI Ad Sprint
A brand is offering $1,000 cash and a billboard in New York or San Francisco for the best AI ad.
We're giving you the tools, the coaching, and the afternoon to make it.
Ima Studio is hosting a live AI ad creation sprint in Los Angeles — and we're making it as easy as possible for you to actually create something and compete. Free tokens to explore Ima Studio's full suite of AI models. A live coaching session with an AI commercial ad expert. And a real brand brief to work from.
💻 Can't make it in person? We'll have an online link available, just register and message the host for the link!
No experience required. Just show up, make something, and see what you can do.
Live Expert Coaching
Paul Byrd — AI Commercial Ad Expert & Founder of 13 Layers — will join live at the start of the session to walk you through how he approaches AI commercial production, followed by a live Q&A with the room. Paul is one of the most distinctive AI creative voices working today, known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI-generated content.
The Challenge
Create a ~30 second AI-powered ad for Kestos — an iconic London-founded swimwear and activewear brand founded in 1925.
Break free with Kestos. Beyond Swim, Beyond Sweat.
Prizes 🥇 Gold — AI Creative Pioneer (1 winner) $600 cash + 10,000 tokens
🥈 Silver — Social Impact Award (2 winners) $150 cash each + 5,000 tokens
🥉 Bronze — Brand Narrative Excellence (2 winners) $50 cash each + 2,000 tokens
🌟 Top entries showcased on billboards in New York or San Francisco
Schedule
4:00–4:30 PM — Welcome & Expert Coaching Paul Byrd joins live online to share his approach to AI commercial production. Live Q&A with the room. Free Ima Studio tokens distributed to all attendees.
4:30–6:15 PM — Live Creation Sprint Make your Kestos ad using Ima Studio tools.
Can't finish on the day? No problem — submissions are open until March 8th, so you can keep refining your work at home after the event.
6:15–7:00 PM — Pizza, network, and chill!
Who This Is For
Filmmakers and directors curious about AI production
AI creators looking for commercial experience
Designers, photographers, content creators
Anyone who wants to make something real and compete for cash
No prior AI experience required. Free tokens provided on the day.
Hosted by Ima Studio Ima Studio is an AI-native creative platform connecting creators, brands, and storytellers. Our mission is to help creators go from idea to commercial-ready content — with the tools, community, and opportunities to make it real.