The Xiaomeng subdistrict office of Guiyang Economic Technology Development Zone (GETDZ) has launched an AI-comic creation training program. Dozens of entrepreneurs and professionals from Guizhou province participated in the course, which focuses on practical lessons in AI-driven comic monetization, brand marketing, IP incubation, and government promotional video production.

Students attend an AI comic creation class. [Photo/Guiyang news network]
The event, organized by Guizhou Shuan Technology Co and co-hosted by several local enterprises, featured AI development expert Long Tao. Using real-world examples, he explained how AI video technology can be applied to short dramas, commercial promotions, and educational materials.
The course comprised four modules: industry analysis, operational strategies, IP creation, and government applications. It emphasized hands-on training with one-on-one guidance, enabling participants to complete original AI comic works during the sessions. These works received significant exposure on online platforms, driving up inquiries about course registration.

Long provides one-on-one guidance to students on their practical operational issues during the session. [Photo/Guiyang news network]
As AI-Generated Content (AIGC) technology sees widespread applications across multiple industries, there is a growing demand for lightweight digital entrepreneurship solutions. GETDZ plans to organize additional hands-on training programs, including AI film production and intelligent avatar creation.
By establishing a comprehensive ecosystem for collaboration, project matching, and commercial monetization, and using local computing resources, the zone aims to nurture digital IPs and entrepreneurial ventures, positioning Guiyang as the leading hub for AIGC industry development in Southwest China.