SHOULD YOU BE PUBLICLY ANTI-AI? CREATIVES SHARE THEIR VIEWS

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Freelance creatives are split on whether speaking out against generative AI helps or harms their business: some argue that openly stating ethical concerns attracts like-minded clients who value human creativity, while others caution that defining yourself as “anti-AI” can oversimplify a complex issue and risk alienation. Overall, there's no single right answer—many creatives reject generative AI for core creative work but accept AI for menial tasks, agreeing that the most sustainable approach is to act authentically, clearly communicate what you stand for, and trust that the right clients will follow.