Get Involved:
DMLA’S AI & Copyright Working Group
Advocating for Ethical AI

Shaping the Future of AI in Content Creation and Licensing


The AI & Copyright Working Group stands at the forefront of one of the most transformative forces in our industry today. As artificial intelligence reshapes how content is created, distributed, and licensed, this working group brings together industry experts to navigate the complex intersection of AI technology, creative rights, and business innovation.

Our Mission 
To provide strategic guidance and leadership on AI-related challenges and opportunities within the content creation and licensing ecosystem, ensuring that our industries evolve thoughtfully and ethically in response to technological advancement.


Current Initiatives

Our first major project is developing DMLA's official position statement on AI, a cornerstone document that will:

  • Guide our advocacy efforts with policymakers and industry stakeholders

  • Provide clear direction on AI-related issues for our membership

  • Establish DMLA as a thought leader in addressing AI's impact on content creation and licensing

  • Create a framework for ethical AI adoption within our industries


Who Should Join? 

We're seeking DMLA members with expertise in:

  • Copyright law and licensing

  • AI technology and implementation

  • Content creation and distribution

  • Legal frameworks and policy

  • Technology strategy

  • Digital rights management


Not a DMLA member? Go HERE for information on membership or contact membership@dmla.org to learn about joining DMLA and participating in this influential working group.


How to Join

  • DMLA membership is required for participation

  • Contact admin@dmla.org with your:

    • Name and organization

    • Relevant experience

    • Areas of expertise

    • Interest in the working group


Members:

Santiago Lyon, Adobe

Roxana Stingu, Alamy

Vered Horesh, Bria AI

Nancy Wolff, CDAS

Andy Parsons, Content Authenticity Initiative

Stacey Tyrell, CoVision

Tom Wear, Danita Delimont Stock Photography

Rick Ray, DV Archive

Alexandru Ion Giboi, EANA

Lesley Ngui, Envato

Gail Perry, Getty Images


Members:

Kathleen Cameron, Google

Joe Naylor, ImageRights International / DMLA

Leslie Hughes, iSPY Visuals / DMLA

Troy DeBraal, MediaViz AI

Alison Sullivan, MGM Resorts International

Mark Milstein, Microstock Solutions

Susan Guya, Picha Stock

Steve Jones, POCStock

Evan Anderson, SRIP Law

Alice Keating, Vagrant Ventures


Ongoing Objectives

  • Monitor and analyze emerging AI technologies and their implications

  • Develop best practices for AI implementation in content creation and licensing

  • Provide guidance on copyright protection in an AI-enhanced landscape

  • Foster dialogue between creators, licensors, and technology providers

  • Address challenges and opportunities presented by AI advancement

  • Shape policies that protect creative rights while fostering innovation


Why Join?

  • Help shape the industry's response to AI advancement

  • Collaborate with leading experts in content creation and licensing

  • Influence policy and best practices

  • Stay ahead of technological changes

  • Network with industry innovators

  • Contribute to landmark position papers and guidelines

Join us in shaping how AI will transform content creation and licensing while protecting the rights and interests of our creative community.