Testimonials

Bradford Producing Hub

"Wow! What an INCREDIBLE workshop facilitator Jocelyn is. I've seen Jocelyn present a couple of talks with the Arts Marketing Association and have found them so engaging and interesting. I therefore didn't hesitate to book Jocelyn to host a workshop on AI for artists in Bradford on behalf of Bradford Producing Hub. I work with artists every day and I hear and feel how suspicious and cautious they are about AI, especially the threat it provides to copyright and the work of creatives. When planning the workshop with Jocelyn she put me at complete ease and completely understood the angle we were exploring in hosting an AI workshop that wasn't going to alienate our audiences. And boy did Jocelyn deliver! Not only is her knowledge deep, her presentation skills are just fantastic. The whole day workshop kept our attendees engaged and interested throughout and we've since had feedback from attendees stating it has transformed the way they work not only creatively (without compromising the integrity of their work) but also their approach to fundraising. Jocelyn's workshop was also fun and playful - literally everything you'd want from an AI workshop that's genuinely in touch with the creative sector. Our executive director was even receiving comments on how good it was from participants in conversation over the following weeks! We would not hesitate to work with Jocelyn again - 100/10!"

— Frances Murphy, Marketing & Communications Manager at Bradford Producing Hub

Art Fund

"Jo presented a calm, expert and emotionally nuanced take on AI, which highlighted the importance of play and trying tools out. This really helped break down people's uncertainty around AI and the session left everyone with a practical and theoretical knowledge that they can take into their roles in the future."

— Mike Keating, Associate Director, Digital Experience at Art Fund

"Wow, what a fantastic session! She responded openly to our questions, encouraged curiosity, and adapted the session fluidly to our interests. The session had a really open and fun atmosphere, which made it possible for everyone to learn about and engage with AI, despite many of us having never used these tools before. I highly recommend working with Jo, who was a brilliantly accessible teacher, and highly skilled (as well as fun!) facilitator. 10/10."

— Lizzie Richards, Marketing Assistant, Art Fund

"It was a great creative introduction. Terminology was great and also interative. Liked the discussion and interaction and have a go with tools. Can't think of any improvements, even people online were engaged. It was good that we covered playing with the technology at the end, but not publishing output on Art Fund channels."

— Carolyn Young, Director of Audiences, Art Fund

"Jo was a fantastic facilitator who made me feel really empowered about how I might approach AI. I feel much more excited about how I will approach using it in future! Lots to learn and even some fun to be had."

— Member of Art Fund Marketing team

"Positive! It opened to my mind to the ways I can use it creatively in and out of work. I also knew more, I had no idea about how it could use data like Excel."

— Hazel, Studio & Production Manager, Art Fund

TATE

"An eye opening, energising introduction to the world of AI and a glimpse at what the future of AI in the arts sector might be."

— Member of Tate marketing team

"Jo really helped the team understand that AI doesn't need to be scary and can be a lot of fun. I hope the session has empowered people to explore AI more and ultimatley find ways in which is can enrich and create efficiencies."

— Member of Tate marketing team

Shakespeare's Globe

"This was one of the most engaging and informative workshops I've attended for some time. There was a perfect mix of interactivity and learning, as well as the opportunity for open discussion and trying things out ourselves. Jo was the perfect host and I could easily have spent more time learning about AI."

— Jess, Digital Officer at Shakespeare's Globe

"It was a really fun, enlightening session which made me feel more confident to go away and research AI further in my own time. Thanks Jo!!"

— Member of Shakespeare's Globe marketing team

Kew

"Jocelyn did a fantastic job of showing us what we could do with AI, in a playful and engaging way. She was patient with everyone's views and questions, taking them in her stride while fostering a kind and inclusive atmosphere. I have come away with knowledge of new tools, a practical understand of the direction AI is moving in and the confidence to experiment creatively."

— Katy Swainston, Kew Marketing Team

"It was a BRILLIANT session."

— Marilena Reina, Head of Marketing & Strategic Communications, Kew Wakehurst

"Absolutely fascinating, and for me at least, a great introduction to AI."

— Terry Shay, Kew Marketing Team

Forestry England

"Jocelyn did an amazing job and I had lots of people telling me it was their highlight of the conference!"

— Katy David, Head of Marketing & Supporter Development, Forestry England

Arts Council England

"It was fascinating, balanced, informative and engaging and I've had nothing but positive feedback."

— Luke Burton, Director (Libraries), Arts Council England

"THANK YOU for such a different opening session, we've had great feedback from all attendees."

— Adam Coleman, Senior Manager, Children, Young People & Learning, Arts Council England

"Thanks to you for such a brilliant opening session. We were all amazed that you kept us engaged for three hours! I felt energised by the end."

— Mary Ealden, Programme Manager, Artsmark Cultural Education Network, Arts Council England

RADA

"An exciting, objective and fun introduction to the complex world of AI. Presented with an open mind and the promotion of curiosity, it has sparked my interest in an entirely different way!"

— Ant Blunn, Associate, RADA

UK Heritage Pulse Members

"It was utterly amazing! How Jo packed so much information in such an accessible format into one hour is amazing! I now feel 100% better informed than I was."

— Heritage Pulse Member

"Very informative and pitched at exactly the right level as an introduction."

— Heritage Pulse Member

"Interesting, open, honest -- no judgement. Sparked curiosity whilst also being informative. Thought Jo was a fantastic speaker."

— Heritage Pulse Member

"It was a really helpful and informative session. Jo, the speaker, was so knowledgeable about AI and shared lots of good pointers about writing good prompts and about using AI in general. I'm feeling more confident about trying out some of the AI tools that they mentioned during the session. Thank you for organising the session!"

— Heritage Pulse Member

"Fantastic introduction to AI, pitched perfectly for someone who has only heard the headlines. I felt inspired to give it a try. Very balanced arguments, enjoyed the honest straightforward style and the lack of jargon."

— Heritage Pulse Member

Projects Abroad

"Jocelyn is a fantastic speaker. She made what is a very large, confusing and technically complicated topic seem accessible, understandable and fun. Her teaching style is visual, interactive and entertaining. It kept a fast pace, while always providing time for questions. It meant we got to see so many different areas of how AI is used, and new innovations. She also let us tailor the workshop to our company's needs, allowing us to focus more on how AI can help with Operations tasks and what our destination and pre-departure staff can use it for with their day to day activities. It was great to see certain staff being inspired and excited about this new area of technology. I know a number of them are eager to dive further into the world of AI on their own independent learning journeys now after an inspiring introduction to the field."

— Chris Mcvicker, Operations Manager, Projects Abroad

Crafts Council member session

“This was a great session. I'm unsure about AI in design but the balanced presentation and practical advice was reassuring! I was dreading the practical bit but actually, they were the best bits.”

-Attendee, Crafts Council member session

“Great session Jocelyn! You were really able to speak to the group in a way we could access. Cross the divide between the humans and the digital.”

-Attendee, Crafts Council member session

“Marvellous. I was worried that it would be too easy but the level was just spot on.”

-Attendee, Crafts Council member session

Cure Parkinson’s

“Jocelyn, that was a superb presentation. The best on AI I have ever heard, and one of the best on any topic I have heard for years! Thank you. I will recommend your consultancy very highly to my charity, professional and commercial contacts alike.”

- William Cook, Chair of Development Board of Cure Parkinson's

“A thoroughly fascinating and comprehensive review of what is going on, superbly and very eloquently presented with just the right mix of content to allow anyone who has only a vague idea about AI tools and activities and perhaps just a bit of expert knowledge but confined to their own field to grasp what might be of relevance to them in every aspect of life.”

- Dr Joy Duffen, Cure Parkinson’s

“I really enjoyed the session and thought it was really useful for learning what's out there. Jocelyn was really great to listen to. She was warm and open, making the session a positive experience.”

- Elizabeth White, Major Gifts Manager, Cure Parkinson’s

“I found Jocelyn's AI session so informative and helpful. It really made me question my own perceptions of AI and I left feeling that I had the tools to have a more critical approach when thinking about AI. I've already starting using some of the resources Jocelyn recommended and have been thinking about ways I could integrate it into my work life. Thank you Jocelyn for an exceptional session!”

- Emily, Trusts and Major Gifts Officer, Cure Parkinson’s

Creative Island Network

“Jocelyn was both approachable and formidable. Her unique presentation style was energetic and warm, which helped to make AI feel less threatening. She kept the pace of the workshop moving and introduced a number of interactive sessions which made sitting in a seat for three hours less daunting. I have rarely - if ever - attended a session so skilfully put together. I was even inspired to watch the documentary AlphaGo after an almost throwaway comment from Jocelyn. There was nothing I didn't enjoy, which is an accolade indeed considering how alienating I found the prospect of attending the session!”

- Participant, Creative Island Network workshop session

“Jocelyn was an entertaining, generous and informative speaker. Her enthusiasm for her subject was irresistibly infectious and she got even the most unwilling in the room interacting with AI, expanding our minds as to the multiple ways we could use it in our thinking and creative practice and organisation.”

-Rosemary Lawrey, Artist

“The session with Jocelyn was straight off the bat engaging and perspective changing. I felt challenged, in a playful way, to look at my perceptions of AI which I was very appreciative of. The talks and tasks were entertaining and professional, delivered in digestible time segments that gave space to interact with Jocelyn and other participants of the session.”

Nathan Holt, Artist

Japan House London

“The sessions were fun as well as being incredibly informative, and engaged even the most sceptical members of the team.”

Heidi Isa, Director - Marketing & Communications

Arke Agency

“AI Learning that's not just informative but fun! Jocelyn created an experience, not just a teaching segment based on AI, that incorporated practical elements to get everyone involved and get hands-on learning that is far more superior than your basic slideshow/academic book could ever offer. Learning the endless possibilities of AI that is and forever will be part of society, work and even life; allowed us to understand the pros and cons of LLMs, AI video, AI mage and much more that a Marketing agency deals with on a day-to-day basis. Opening our minds. Many people fear AI and its potential impact on the future, from privacy concerns to apocalyptic scenarios. However, Jocelyn's expert guidance and comprehensive understanding of AI can reshape the perspectives of those working with or just starting to explore AI. She helps them envision the possibilities. The reality is that AI is here to stay, and as Jocelyn suggests, we should embrace it and most importantly, have fun with it.”

Sam Dadd - Senior Paid Media Executive, Arke Agency

“I saw Jocelyn at the Brighton Summit, presenting a keynote. Their passion and excitement (not fear) of AI was refreshing from all the other AI talks I had seen. Therefore it was an obvious choice of who we should engage to introduce and train our agency on the various applications as well as ethics, limitations of AI. The team now have a more confident and playful approach to trialing new tools, whilst we as an agency roll out the ones with immediate effect and success.”

Alex Watson, Managing Director, Arke Agency