AI has been the topic of discussion for designers, many worrying about how this technology will affect their jobs in the years to come.
AI has become such a popular topic of discussion as its use can be seen more and more through its integration in industry use. This is most apparent in Adobe, the industry standard, which has begun its push towards generative AI in its products.
On one end, people are excited for the boost in efficiency that AI promises. Many feel it can be used as a tool to aid designers’ workflow by cutting down work time and allowing more energy to be placed in other areas of a project. On the other end, people are worried designers could be replaced completely. Fearing that AI will be able to do all tasks designers can do, but at a much faster rate.
It is important to remember that designers are a source of originality and creativity, something that AI is not able to [currently] do. With this shift in possibilities, designers will need to make the most of AI.
While AI may be this new and promising technology, designers will not be replaced completely. Keeping up with this technology and using it to their advantage will be crucial for those in the industry.