Our latest episode features a fascinating conversation with a 37-year industry veteran Renard Jenkins,who’s been at the forefront of Hollywood’s technological evolution. From running post-production at major studios to founding a cutting-edge AI consultancy, this week’s guest offers unique insights into how artificial intelligence is reshaping entertainment.
Guest Bio
Renard Jenkins is the President and CEO of I2A2 Technologies, Studios & Labs, a software development and consulting firm specializing in the creation of ethically responsible tools, solutions, and experiences for the M&E, Marketing & Research, Education, and Healthcare industries.
Jenkins is an experienced executive in the Technology, Film, Television, and Radio industries.
Jenkins sits on a number of corporate boards and also currently serves as Vice President of the Hollywood Professionals Association, Immediate Past President of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, and sits on the board of Exceptional Minds.
He is also an active member of the Television Academy and The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. He has held Executive roles across the Technology, Media, and Entertainment industry. Jenkins previously held Senior Executive roles at Warner Bros., PBS, TV One, Discovery, ESPN, NBA Ent., MLB, NFL, and Turner Broadcasting. Jenkins is a recipient of numerous awards, including two national Emmys, a Peabody, two Headliners, and a 2020 Broadcasting and Cable Technology Leadership award.
In 2017, Jenkins was recognized as an Innovator of the Year award recipient.
Additionally, he holds certifications as a sound engineer, AI/ML engineer, and application designer, among others. Jenkins holds a deep passion for the visual arts and, when time permits, offers pro bono services in location sound recording, live mixing, studio recording, post-production, and finishing for aspiring filmmakers, animators, and musicians.
His family’s guiding principle is “In all things, integrity, and integrity in all things.”
LinkedIn: @renardjenkins
