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Future of Spatial Computing and AI for
Creators, Studios, and Execs

I help teams across Fortune 100 companies understand where this tech is heading and how to use it in a way that actually feels creative. Keynotes, workshops, experiments… whatever gets people to that aha moment.

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On Stage with Zuckerberg: The Future of Creator AI

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"Don Allen Stevenson... this great creator who built one of the first Creator AIs."

Mark Zuckerberg

Meta Connect

"Spectacular AI-generated graphics thanks to Don Allen and the team at Asteria."

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Chris Anderson

Founder, TED

"We've got a Jackie Robinson of Technology about to come to the stage."

Van Jones

Make Wakanda Real

"Don, all your filters are so much fun. I'm pretty inspired by them."

Keke Palmer

Are We There Yet? / Meta

“Don is known for sharing his futuristic visions with a creative community of more than 100,000 people.”

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“There’s no denying it — Don Allen Stevenson III is one of our all‑time favorite speakers.”

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“Don Allen Stevenson III has really embraced the idea of being an AI artist online.”

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THE STORY

Emerging Tech is My Playground

I’m Don Allen Stevenson III, a creative technologist who loves exploring new tools. I spent years at DreamWorks Animation as a specialist trainer, onboarding artists and helping them get up to speed so they could jump into films like How to Train Your Dragon, Trolls, Boss Baby, The Bad Guys—all that good stuff. After DreamWorks, I went deep into AR, AI, and interactive media way before the rest of the world started paying attention.

10+ Years in Creative Tech Fortune 500 Advisor 245k+ Community AR/XR Expert Published Author

How I Actually Spend My Time

Advisory & R&D
Meta, Apple, OpenAI

Teaching & Speaking
MasterClass, TEDx, SXSW

Making & Experiments
Sora Films, Prototypes

Advisory (40%) Teaching (35%) Making (25%)

Work with Don

Strategic guidance for the world's most innovative companies.

Start With My MasterClass

If you want an easy way to learn from me, begin with my official MasterClass on Generative AI. It’s a full walkthrough of how to start creating with AI right away.

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Work With Me Directly

If you want to skip the intro stuff and get straight to it, this is the path. I work with teams at Apple, Google, Instagram, and WhatsApp on creative technologies and workflows.

Bring Me In To Speak

If you want someone who can energize your team — devs, execs, or a whole room — this is where I show up best. I speak at internal and public events worldwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of companies do you work with?

I primarily advise Fortune 500 companies, innovative startups, and creative agencies looking to integrate Generative AI and Spatial Computing into their workflows and products.

What does a typical consulting engagement look like?

Engagements range from strategic advisory retainers to project-based creative direction. We usually start with a discovery session to identify high-impact opportunities for AI integration.

Do you offer workshops or team training?

Yes. I offer specialized workshops like "Camp Future Proof" designed to upskill creative teams on the latest AI tools and workflows.

How do I book you for speaking?

You can email me directly at donallenthethird@gmail.com to discuss your event, date, and budget.

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From the main stage of Meta Connect to the creative halls of SxSW.

META CONNECT

On Stage with Zuckerberg: The Future of Creator AI

For six months, I worked alongside Meta’s teams to help build the behavioral models for AI Studio. This culminated in a live keynote with Mark Zuckerberg, unveiling the world's first AI video calling feature.

SxSW 2025

Unlock Your Creative Superpowers

How can you turn Gen AI into your own magical purple crayon? In this session with MasterClass, I explored how lateral thinking skills can help you unlock the creative problem-solving power of Generative AI.

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Go Deeper on Substack

My latest thoughts on AI strategy, XR development, and creative direction. Read deep dives not found on Instagram.

When Screens Go Quiet: Why Meta's Ray-Ban Display Changes Everything by Don Allen Stevenson III

I tested Meta's new Ray-Ban Display glasses with the Neural Band. This isn't a product review. This is about what happens when technology finally gets out of the way.

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Future of Spatial Computing and AI for
Creators, Studios, and Execs

On Stage with Zuckerberg: The Future of Creator AI