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Netflix Publicizes $900k Artificial Intelligence Positions During Hollywood Disruptions

Lanon Wee

The posting of a job advert for an AI expert by Netflix has provoked a strong reaction from Hollywood actors and writers who are striking. This new role would be part of the Machine Learning Platform group, which is responsible for powering the Netflix algorithm in order to aid users in selecting films and shows to watch. Awards of up to $900,000 (£700,000) annually are prompting further indignation. Unions in Hollywood are taking action due to worries regarding the influence of AI on the entertainment sector and wages. An opportunity was made known on Tuesday, as initially revealed by The Intercept, for an applicant with knowledge in the areas of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI). This listing, like multiple others, is available on the Netflix career page. From the comprehensive job ad, it is not certain if the position will provide counsel on the content - the films and television shows that Netflix has chosen to invest in. An open position is available for a product manager on the Machine Learning Platform team. The future employee is expected to acquire feedback and gain insight into the user's demands. This data will be essential in making sound investment decisions. This text leads to the inference that the job entails leveraging AI to evaluate the financial requirements of various projects. Sag-Aftra, the union representing actors, has raised concerns about algorithms having too much power. Fran Drescher of Sag-Aftra stated to Time magazine that the individual success of any movie or show is much less significant than it used to be when broadcast TV was the main form of entertainment. She asserted that algorithms determine how much of a season is required to reach a maximal number of new subscribers, as well as the number of seasons that a show must last. " That cuts the number of episodes per season down to between six and 10, and limits the number of seasons to three or four. There's simply not enough income to make a living from that. We are experiencing a decrease in our source of income due to a business model that was forced upon us, causing a great deal of difficulties for persons in all levels of production. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has suggested a framework to oversee the employment of Artificial Intelligence in the composition of works and avert it from being exploited as an inspiration or reference. Netflix refused to give any statement regarding the job descriptions, yet it has stated previously that AI will not be a substitute for the inventive process. Netflix stated that the finest tales are distinct, perceptive and usually sourced from individuals' own encounters. Some striking actors vehemently condemned the recently revealed AI-based job listing, since it requires them to make $26,470 before becoming eligible for health insurance benefits. Rob Delaney shared with The Intercept that it is 'ghoulish' to have an AI army make $900k/yr per soldier, when that amount could provide Sag-Aftra health insurance for thirty-five actors and their families. Javier Grillo-Marxuach, the creator of the acclaimed series Lost, says Netflix is saying it is "poor" while looking to hire "generals" who are going to be paid way more than what he has received in a single year. He terms these generals as "soulless army of silicon plagiarists". This week, Netflix unveiled their new My Netflix app, which is being hailed as a personalized portal with helpful shortcuts to simplify selection of content. This video is unable to be played. Observe: Professor Brian Cox is worried about the implications of artificial intelligence

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