About Me:
Hi, I’m Jaakko from Finland—a filmmaker and drummer with a passion for animation, films, and music. I think I was around 10 years old when I made my first animations using Macromedia Flash and Director, and ever since, I’ve been captivated by the world of storytelling. I even remember getting a ticket for not wearing a helmet while riding my scooter as a middle schooler, and creating a series of animations to poke fun at the police officer who gave the ticket to me. So I guess storytelling has been my way of expressing myself, even back then. 😁
Music has also always played a big part in shaping how I see and tell stories. Through creating music, I learned how narratives can unfold not just visually, but especially through sound and rhythm, giving me a broader perspective on storytelling.
Now, I’m diving back into animations, excited by how these new AI tools have made the production process more accessible and less time-consuming. With a busy life full of other activities, these new tools allow me to continue creating content and pursuing what has likely been my lifelong passion: making animations and films.
Working with AI in 2024:
When I first started exploring AI technology, I was skeptical, thinking it might make us lazy or even take over the world, ruin the art etc. (which still could happen!). But I am starting to see it as a opportunity to provide us, we the people, more powerful tools to tell stories, share our visions, and elevate out production level, even on a small budgets.
Currently, I’m experimenting with AI in various ways, from brainstorming film scripts to creating and animating images, and voiceover narrations.
Support My Journey:
If you enjoy my content and want to support my creative journey, I’d love for you to join me by becoming a Patreon, connecting on LinkedIn, following me on social media, or even buying me a cup of coffee. Your support means the world to me, thank you!
PS: Feel free to contact me if you need a film for your music video or any of my other services (listed below).