We seek contributions that will discuss storytelling from the perspectives of their production, dissemination, reception and interaction with technologically mediated stories – in the context of traditional media (film, television, radio) as well as new technologies (computer games, social media, algorithms, or AI). The conference welcomes also papers that will reflect on the cultural changes and crises of nowadays world that are caused and perpetuated (not only) by technological developments, and technologically mediated and consumed stories. The contributions can focus on but are not limited to following topics:

Technology and computer science in storytelling and audiovisual media. Populist and manipulative use of media, technology and AI. Immersive and virtual experiences and media reception. New and enhanced media participation and prosumerism. Social responsibility of computer science.

We appreciate diversity of approaches and topical focuses.

The conference will take place in Prague at the premises of Prague City University on November 7, 2024.

Deadline for abstract submission is: September 16, 2024, 16:00