Felix Film Denies Using Generative AI After Job Listing Backlash
Anime studio Felix Film has clarified its position on artificial intelligence following significant online criticism regarding a recent job advertisement. The original posting for animators listed experience with image-generating AI tools as an "especially welcome" skill, prompting immediate backlash from fans concerned about the potential replacement of human artists in production.
In response, the studio revised the listing and issued a statement on October 17 confirming that it has not yet adopted generative AI in its workflow. While the company views AI as a potential tool to improve efficiency and reduce labor-intensive burdens, it emphasized that staff are currently focused on core creative work using traditional hand-drawn animation and 3DCG. Felix Film stated it is only considering future possibilities and remains cautious about copyright issues and creator rights.
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Original headline at AUTOMATON WEST: “Anime studio behind MF Ghost, Nekopara says it hasn’t adopted generative AI after animator job listing sparks backlash”
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- Felix Film
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- October 17
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- #Felix Film
- #Generative AI
- #Job Listing
- #MF Ghost
- #NEKOPARA
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