LSUS Students Confront AI's Impact on Digital Arts Job Market
Students graduating from Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS) in digital arts are facing a new challenge in the job market: competition from artificial intelligence (AI). AI has increasingly been used to produce low-cost graphics, which could potentially reduce job opportunities for human artists. Instructors at LSUS, such as Jason Mackowiak and Allen Garcie, are encouraging students to view AI as a tool rather than a threat, similar to widely used software like Photoshop. Despite some students' resistance to AI, the faculty emphasizes the importance of adapting to its presence in the industry. At a recent art showcase, students like Lisa Marshall and Katelyn Davis expressed their views on AI, acknowledging its potential while highlighting the irreplaceable value of human creativity and understanding of client needs. 
