Welcome to PLAY I

We're building the community where creatives navigate AI together through honest conversation and real-world insights. Starting with intimate gatherings that will grow into larger events, PLAY I brings together working professionals — film editors, graphic designers, producers, creative directors—who are figuring out what AI means for their craft.

What Actually Happens at PLAY I:

  • Honest conversations with working creatives - People can talk about where they see AI affecting their work—what excites them, what concerns them, where they might use it

  • Real case studies from people using AI now - Creative directors share actual client work—what's working, what's failing, what they're learning

  • Connect with people in the same boat - Networking with other creatives who are curious, skeptical, excited, or all three at once

  • Skip the hype, focus on reality - No sales pitches, no fearmongering. Just practical perspectives from people doing the work

This isn't theory or speculation—it's where we figure out how to adapt, what to embrace, and how human creativity evolves alongside these tools. Whether you're just getting started or already experimenting, you belong here.

Evan Klein is the Founder and Host of PLAY I. He launched PLAY I in late 2025 to connect creative professionals navigating the AI tidal wave. Evan has 20+ years as a Creative Director, Video Producer/Editor, and Brand Builder for companies including Paramount, Xerox, Google, and CA Technologies.