Introduction to AI
for Creatives
scroll on if you're into it.
You know that gnawing feeling when everyone's talking about AI like it's either going to save us all or destroy creativity forever? In this course, we'll cut through the hype and get practical. You'll walk away with AI tools you can actually use this week, plus the confidence to experiment without selling your creative soul to the algorithm overlords.
Introduction to AI
for Creatives
ONLINE training
Artificial Intelligence, I mean. Wasn't it mere months ago that "AI" was still just a looming sometime-in-the-not-so-distant-future existential threat, but also a film from the early aughts with that kid from The Sixth Sense?
Well. Now it's everywhere. In your Google Docs. Your Adobe apps. Your clients' expectations. Your competitors' portfolios.
It's one of those "before/after" technologies—and whether you like it or not, we're living in the "after."
But doom-scroll not: AI isn't here to steal your creative thunder. It's here to handle the grunt work so you can focus on the stuff that actually matters. The vision. The taste. The storytelling. The idea nobody else would've thought of.
Wow, that escalated quickly.
You know, the human stuff.
I'm a creative strategist and reluctant tech whisperer helping thoughtful, soul-first creatives navigate AI without losing their spark. Think of me as your translator between craft and code—part skeptic, part secret evangelist, fully human. Okay Cool Creative teaches creatives how to make AI their intern (not their identity) and build independent businesses with integrity, imagination, and a lot less burnout.
Shelley Davis
About Me
Why This Training Matters (And Why Right Now)
Look, you've probably been watching the AI explosion with a mix of curiosity, mild panic, and the occasional "maybe I should Google what a 'large language model' actually is."
Stop feeling overwhelmed by AI hype and start using it strategically to amplify your creativity, not replace it.
Introduction to AI for Creatives
enter...
This isn't a crash course in AI theory. You won't be required to understand neural networks or become a full-time prompt whisperer.
This is a practical, hands-on guide to what AI can actually do for your creative work—not just in theory, but in your workflow, next week.
Watch me build real projects from scratch.
This is where we get our hands dirty. I'll walk you through complete creative workflows—from first idea spark to final client delivery—showing you exactly where these tools plug in.
Live Workflow Demos
Section 3:
We'll cut through the noise and focus on what's useful—whether you're an illustrator, copywriter, strategist, or tiny-but-mighty agency wearing 17 hats at once.
You'll discover:
- Writing tools that respect your voice (not replace it)
- Visual generation that sparks ideas (not steals them)
- Admin automation that saves your Friday nights
- Audio and video tools that don't require a production studio
The 2025 AI Landscape
SECTION 2:
Introduction (Why Creatives Should Care About AI)
Section 1:
(WITH REAL DEMOS)
Here's What You'll Learn
While AI handles the rough drafts and admin tasks that eat your Friday nights, you still own the vision, the taste, the storytelling, and the ideas nobody else would think of.
You'll discover:
- Why you're actually right on time (not behind like you think)
- The difference between AI replacing you vs. AI amplifying you
- How to use AI without feeling like you're cheating on your craft
- What you'll actually walk away with from this training
- Gmail and Drive integrations for seamless handoffs
- Using Notebook LM to create professional reports
- Gamma for presentations that don't make you cry
Delivery That Impresses
Live Demo #4
- Adobe Firefly for mood boards that don't suck
- Setting up custom AI assistants for your projects
- Canva AI for layout inspiration
Production That Flows
Live Demo #3
- Turning scattered ideas into structured plans using Claude
- Building timelines that account for real life
- Exporting everything to your project management tools
Project Organization (Without the Chaos)
Live Demo #2
- Using Google Gemini to break through creative blocks
- Generating mood boards that capture your vision
- Crafting elevator pitches that get clients excited
Ideation That Actually Works
Live Demo #1
Learn how to evolve alongside AI without compromising what makes you good.
Including:
- Skills that AI can't mimic (and how to double down on them)
- How to stay sharp without burning out
- Making AI part of your competitive edge
Future-Proofing Your Creative Career
Section 5:
We'll tackle the real concerns—originality, ownership, consent—with practical frameworks you can actually use.
You'll get:
- The CLEAR framework for ethical AI use
- How to choose tools that respect artists' rights
- Client conversations that build trust (not suspicion)
- Ways to stay authentic while staying efficient
AI Ethics and Originality
SECTION 4:
Clear understanding of what AI actually does (minus the jargon)
Real tools you can start using this week
Complete workflows from ideation to delivery
Ethical frameworks for using AI with integrity
Client conversation scripts that position you as the expert
Lifetime access so you can revisit demos anytime
What you'll walk away with...
Graphic Designers who want to speed up concepting without losing their edge
Whether you freelance, work for an agency, or run an in-house creative team:
This is For
Who
Content Creators looking to streamline production workflows
Marketers who need to do more with less time
Video Producers wanting to automate the tedious stuff
Writers ready to banish blank page syndrome forever
Artists curious about AI's impact on their field
Any creative professional who's tired of feeling behind
These five prompts (okay, six...there's a bonus) are designed to help you wrangle AI into submission while keeping your unique creative fingerprints all over your work. Inside this guide is everything you need to make these prompts yours and yours only: The Voice Archaeologist, The Blank Page Banisher, The Creative Amplifier, The Human Touch Injector, and The Feedback Synthesizer.
Grab your seat today and get a copy of the "AI Confidence Toolkit for Creatives" (a $39 value!)
Free guide
Bonus Course Module
Bonus!
Be the creative everyone wants to work with because you're ahead of the curve.
Ready to get started?
Not sure which fits?
- You want this training for yourself and your team
- You’d like the opportunity to see some demos that are more customized to your specialty
- You’d like the opportunity to throw some questions at me and start to chat about what AI adoption might look like for you specifically.
"I had been wanting to learn more about AI for a while before this training, but didn't really know where to start or even how helpful AI could be for design and workflow! Talking with Shelley about the possibilities for AI got me really excited to learn more.
— kara h.
"This training was really helpful!"
You can either watch from the sidelines while your competitors figure this out, or you can position yourself at the forefront of the creative AI revolution.
Be the creative everyone wants to work with because you're ahead of the curve, not fighting a losing battle.
whether we hop on board or not.
The creative landscape is shifting...
Start learning today for $74 (until July 4!).
Try the course for 15 days. Get your money back if it didn’t serve you.
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Introduction to AI for Creatives
"Introduction to AI for Creatives" is for everyone who's tired of feeling like they're missing something important but doesn't want to become a prompt engineer to figure it out. This course cuts through the noise to show you which AI tools actually solve problems you have. You'll learn to use AI for the stuff that drains your creative energy—research rabbit holes, first-draft drudgery, organizing scattered notes—while keeping the interesting parts firmly in your human hands. We tackle the uncomfortable questions: When is it ethical? How do you talk about it with clients? What's the difference between using AI as a tool versus letting it do your thinking? By the end, you'll have concrete workflows you can actually use. Not theory, but real ways to brainstorm better, organize faster, and reclaim your Friday nights from administrative purgatory.
Introduction to AI for Creatives
"Introduction to AI for Creatives" is for everyone who's tired of feeling like they're missing something important but doesn't want to become a prompt engineer to figure it out. This course cuts through the noise to show you which AI tools actually solve problems you have. You'll learn to use AI for the stuff that drains your creative energy—research rabbit holes, first-draft drudgery, organizing scattered notes—while keeping the interesting parts firmly in your human hands. We tackle the uncomfortable questions: When is it ethical? How do you talk about it with clients? What's the difference between using AI as a tool versus letting it do your thinking? By the end, you'll have concrete workflows you can actually use. Not theory, but real ways to brainstorm better, organize faster, and reclaim your Friday nights from administrative purgatory.