Film Director • Creative Technologist
Directing at the intersection of cinema, AI & emerging tech
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Narrative Film
A sci-fi short exploring identity in an era of AI-generated consciousness. Shot on virtual production stage with real-time Unreal Engine environments.
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XR Experience
An immersive mixed-reality installation blending spatial computing with live performance. Premiered at SXSW 2025.
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Documentary
A documentary on how AI is reshaping the filmmaking process — from script to screen. Features interviews with leading AI researchers and filmmakers.
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About
Rowdy Stephens is a film director and creative technologist working at the convergence of traditional filmmaking and emerging technologies.
With a background in both narrative cinema and interactive media, Rowdy brings a unique perspective to every project — treating AI, virtual production, and XR not as gimmicks, but as fundamental tools for expanding the language of visual storytelling.
His work has been recognized at international festivals and featured by leading tech companies exploring the future of content creation.
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Available for directing, consulting, and creative technology collaborations. Based in Los Angeles.