In a rapidly changing global context, Istituto Marangoni is launching its new FOR PROFESSIONALS division: flexible, cutting-edge training that supports creative and managerial professionals in fashion, design, and beauty by integrating the most advanced tools for digital transformation.
At the end of the course, partecipants will receive an Istituto Marangoni Certificate
Given your background in Fashion Styling, we would like to introduce AI-Curated Fashion Image & Film Production, a course exploring how AI transforms high-end fashion image-making and film production while preserving the essence of human creativity and artistic authorship.
Through a combination of theoretical lectures, practical workshops, and immersive production experiences, participants will master AI-assisted workflows that enhance — rather than replace — the craftsmanship behind fashion photography, styling, casting, and film direction.
Indeed, participants will have the opportunity to conceptualize, produce, and present two professional-level projects either in Paris or London that will emphasize collaboration with real models, real garments, and authentic production teams.
In this course participant will have an exclusive access to Kive.ai, a web-based creative workspace that combines AI content generation, lightweight post-production, and digital asset management (DAM) in one place—so teams can create, refine, and organize visual content without splitting work across multiple tools.
By the end of the program, you will have produced two professional fashion communication campaigns—photo and video—that demonstrate the integration of AI within real model and garment production, while building a fully curated digital portfolio ready for professional publication or agency presentation. You will develop a strategic workflow toolkit for embedding AI into visual production and creative direction, and gain the professional competencies to lead AI‑enhanced creative projects across fashion communication, luxury branding, and media production. The experience is further enriched by access to a targeted international network of creative directors, photographers, stylists, and brand managers in Paris and London, supporting your growth as a freelance professional.
This program is designed for:
Participants are expected to have foundational experience in fashion image-making, visual communication, or media production.
By the end of this program, participants will:
Upon completion, participants will graduate with:
The course is mostly online, session take place from 9th of March on Tuesdays and Thursdays (5:30–7:30 pm CET) and Saturdays (4:00–7:00 pm CET).
Two in-person Experiential Weeks with two shooting projects in both London and Paris campus from June 22 to July 04, 2026 are included.
You will also get access to targeted career consulting, high-quality networking, and practical tools to enhance your professional journey and seize the best career opportunities.
In addition, thanks to an exclusive partnership with Chaberton, world renowned Headhunting firm focused on Luxury, you can access to a Career Advising Service targeted on your professional journey.
As part of the I’M Alumni Community, you will benefit from a 30% tuition fee deduction if you have regularly completed at least one previous course in an Istituto Marangoni school. The enrollment fee is always due.
For further information, please contact Ilaria Gurzì, Information and admission support: i.gurzi@istitutomarangoni.com.
The course fee does not include accommodation costs related to the stay during the experiential week.
APPLY NOWModule 1 (Weeks 1–4) – From 09 March 2026 to 11 April 2026 - Online
Advanced Focus on AI in Fashion Image-Making
Theme: AI Ethics, Creative Direction, and Visual Innovation
• Lecture (2.5h): The evolution of fashion imagery in the AI era — authorship, integrity, and creative authenticity
• Guest Lecture (2.5h): Art Director or Image Curator on balancing data-driven aesthetics with brand identity
• Workshop: Using AI platforms for visual concept generation and narrative mapping
• Project Preparation (5h/week): Develop initial concept boards, creative direction narrative, and visual research for the Paris shoot
Module 2 (Weeks 5–8) – From 13 April to 09 May 2026 - Online
Styling, Casting & AI-Augmented Production
Theme: Pre-production and Creative Collaboration
• Lecture (2.5h): AI-enhanced styling systems — wardrobe simulation, trend intelligence, and cultural accuracy
• Guest Lecture (2.5h): International Casting Director on AI ethics in casting diversity and representation
• Workshop: Integrating AI tools for styling cohesion, lighting concepts, and production planning
• Project (5h/week): Create pre-production dossier for a Fashion Show: casting profiles, styling lineup, location AI simulations
Module 3 (Weeks 9–12) – From 11 May 2026 to 06 June 2026 - Online
Balancing AI Efficiency with Human Artistry in Photography & Film
Theme: Creative Harmony Between Machine Assistance and Human Vision
• Lecture (2.5h): The philosophy of “Human in the Loop” — ensuring creativity remains human-led in AI-assisted production
• Guest Lecture (2.5h): Renowned Fashion Photographer or Cinematographer on integrating AI into studio and on-location shoots
• Workshop: Image refinement and hybrid media — color grading, composition, and AI-aided lighting adjustments
• Project Preparation (5h/week): Develop Paris shoot storyboard, shot list, and concept narrative integrating mixed-media outputs
Module 4 (Weeks 13–14) – From 08 June 2026 to 20 June 2026 - Online
Fashion Image & Film Direction: Concept to Curation
Theme: AI in Editing, Direction, and Brand Storytelling
• Lecture (2.5h): AI for film editing, scene sequencing, and emotional rhythm in fashion storytelling
• Guest Lecture (2.5h): Creative Director from a luxury fashion house on brand-authentic storytelling with AI
• Workshop: AI-driven visual coherence — merging stills, motion, and audio for luxury-level brand narratives
• Project Preparation (5h/week): Finalize AI-assisted direction and edit plans for both onsite productions
Experiential Weeks (Weeks 15–16) – From 22 June 2026 to 04 July 2026 - Onsite (Paris and London)
Experiential Production Weeks: Paris & London
Week 15 – Paris Immersive Production Week (30 Hours) - From 22 June 2026 to 27 June 2026
Location: Paris Fashion District, Studio & On-Site Shoot
Theme: AI-Curated Photo & Film Production with Real Models and Garments
Activities:
• Professional fashion shoot and short film direction using AI-enhanced production planning tools
• Integration of real models, fashion stylists, hair & makeup teams, and lighting designers
• Workshop on mixed-media production — blending AI imagery, real footage, and in-camera artistry
• Daily review sessions with Paris-based fashion photographers and film directors
• AI-assisted on-site post-production using Runway ML and Adobe Firefly
Output:
A completed photo and film project demonstrating concept-to-capture integration of AI curation with human-led creative production.
Week 16 – London Immersive Production & Presentation Week (30 Hours) - From 29 June 2026 to 04 July 2026
Location: London Studios & Presentation Venue
Theme: AI-Enhanced Editing, Post-Production & Executive Presentation
Activities:
• Editing and grading workshops with AI-powered editing software
• Sound design, voice-over integration, and video branding
• Portfolio refinement with London-based image curators and luxury brand film producers
• Final industry presentation and jury evaluation
• Panel discussion: “The Future of AI in Fashion Image Authorship” with luxury executives and media directors
Output:
A final mixed-media portfolio and fashion film presentation integrating AI in post-production, visual enhancement, and narrative sequencing.