GENERATIVE

I’m the Founder and Community Leader of the largest Generative AI Community on X — a global network of over 227,000 creators, technologists, and innovators exploring the intersection of creativity and AI.

My posts and projects have collectively garnered millions of views across X, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, contributing to the wider cultural conversation around creative AI.

I’ve partnered with leading AI startups including Higgsfield AI, HeyGen, Lovart, Freepik, and MiniMax Hailuo, supporting product launches through community activations, demos, and film competitions.

Together, these partnerships have resulted in over $15,000 in prizes awarded through AI film challenges and more than $8,000 in free AI tools distributed to creators — expanding access and encouraging innovation across the community.

Beyond community leadership, I’ve spoken at major AI events and festivals, serving on panels alongside leaders from Google, Higgsfield AI, VU Venture Partners, and FBRC.ai, and led workshops and mentorship programs for NYU and the Austin AI Film Festival.

I also advise AI startups on public communication and community relations, providing strategic guidance on transparency, messaging, and user trust during key product moments. My goal is to foster a values-driven, collaborative ecosystem that empowers creators and strengthens the generative AI industry as a whole.

AI SHORTS (MORE AT THE END)

NEURALOCK

What if you could live forever? Well, with Neuralock, you can get closer than ever. Their technology allows you to extract your brain and live for hundreds of years in a virtual world called the Neuraverse.

Video made using Veo 3

Soundtrack made using Suno

Narration made using Eleven Labs

CONVERGENCE

Set in a gritty, dystopian future where humanity blurs with machinery, this project explores a society under relentless government surveillance and dominated by robotics.

Image to Video done using Kling AI

Images created using Midjourney

Narration & Effects made using Eleven Labs

Soundtrack made using Suno Music

Narration made using Eleven Labs

BANNED OPTIMUS AD

Do you struggle with chores? Wish you had a personal chef? Look no further! Inspired by classic late-night television commercials, this spoof ad for the Tesla Optimus robot offers a look at the future of home automation.

Images created with Nano Banana

Image to Video done using Veo 3

Upscaled with Topaz Labs Astra

Soundtrack made using Suno

Narration made using Eleven Labs

COMMUNITY BUILDING

GENERATIVE AI on X

A few years ago, I helped start the Generative AI Community on X and helped transform it into a massive, thriving hub. Since then, I’ve grown the community to over 227,000.

I’ve also hosted X Spaces featuring creators who shared their work, along with tips on making AI short films and monetizing in this fast-evolving industry.

WEEKLY CHALLENGES

Every week in the community we have people submit their best images for a chance to become this week's header.

This helps spotlight new and talented creators within the community to help drive community engagement.

We do a challenge post on Fridays and spotlight a winner on Sunday. Looking to sponsor it? Reach out!

GIVEAWAYS

I've collaborated with companies such as Freepik, HeyGen and Higgsfield AI to giveaway almost $7,000 in free memberships to their products. A way of promoting generative AI companies while also benefiting members within community.

Working with some of the best AI companies out there.

SPONSORS

If you work for a generative AI/AI based company wanting to promote your tool or product please reach out:

its@chrisfirst.com

SPEAKING & EDUCATION

AUSTIN AI FILM FESTIVAL

I attended this event on behalf of MiniMax (Hailuo AI), one of China’s largest AI firms and the parent company of Hailuo, a leading generative video platform. I created and presented a tech workshop for AI filmmakers and attendees, showcasing the platform’s features and offering tips on how to create films using the tool.

As part of the event, I also joined a panel on Distribution & Monetization alongside esteemed panelists including Jon Flynn (Google), Alex Mashrabov (Founder & CEO of Higgsfield AI), J. Skyler Fernandes (Founder & General Partner of VU Venture Partners), and Todd Terrazas (Co-Founder of FBRC.ai).

NYU GENART AI FILM HACKATHON

At this event, I led another tech workshop focused on how to create AI short films using generative tools available to everyone online. I again highlighted MiniMax (Hailuo AI) and took a deeper dive into sound effects, soundtracks, and dialogue creation. After the workshop, I spent time mentoring students, speaking with teams and helping them refine their prompts and workflows.

UPSCALE STUDIOS

Hosted an Inspiring Session for Freepik where we showed businesses how to use Nano Banana to help them grow.

UPSCALE CONF

November 2025 | Live Stream Host

1 BILLION FOLLOWER SUMMIT

January 2026

IMAGES

SYNTHETIC TECHNOLOGIES

Follow the story of a corporation at the forefront of creating groundbreaking synthetic lifeforms.

Image to Video done using Kling AI

Images created using Midjourney

Narration & Effects made using Eleven Labs

THE GALACTIANS

Welcome to "The Galactians," a generative AI video project that brings a nostalgic twist to classic television intros.

Inspired by timeless shows like Full House, this project reimagines the iconic family sitcom format with a unique, intergalactic spin.

Video made using Hailuo AI

GEN NEWS

Welcome to GEN News, where the stories are 100% certified nonsense. From Atlantis being found to a robot winning an Oscar, this satirical broadcast dives headfirst into the hilariously impossible.

Video made using Hailuo AI

Narration made using Eleven Labs

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