25 years in film production. Starting over at 48
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Hi everyone! 👋
I'm Thomas, based in Austria. After 25 years running a commercial film production company, I decided — almost 50 — to start completely over.
Not because it stopped working. But because I saw GenAI fundamentally changing how video and creative content gets made. And I wanted to be part of building that future, not just watching it happen.
Now I'm working with a small team on AI tools for filmmakers and marketing people — basically building the tools I wished I had during those 25 years in production.
Still early days. Excited to be here and connect with other builders. What's everyone working on?
Cheers Thomas
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Hey Thomas! That's an inspiring pivot...25 years in film production and jumping into AI tools for creators at 48? Love it. I've been building what I wish existed too...The Sponge is an AI flashcard app (with browser extension) that turns any webpage into spaced repetition study material. Excited to follow your progress! If you're up for it, launching on PH soon...would appreciate a follow (link in profile). What's top of your build list right now?
@thomas_fenkart no firm launch date yet. Still firming up a few product and messaging details so that everything is as solid as possible come launch day 🙂
@rianbrob wish you all the best. I think I give sponge a try, because my brain is sometimes like a Swiss cheese