This AI Use Policy outlines the principles and guidelines governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within New Spark Entertainment. As a creative collective dedicated to supporting diverse, redemptive storytelling, we recognize both the opportunities and the ethical responsibilities associated with integrating AI into our workflows and public-facing materials.

This policy applies to all New Spark operations, including but not limited to website content, social media materials, marketing campaigns, research, internal planning, and project management. It also applies to all works submitted to New Spark by external contributors, including scripts, lyrics, and other creative submissions.

New Spark employs AI technologies primarily for non-authored content, including:

• Copywriting support (e.g., captions, web content, marketing materials)

• Research and strategic planning

• Project management tools and text generation for internal use

All AI-generated materials that are publicly posted (e.g., on the website or social media) will be transparently disclosed when relevant, except where the content is administrative or organizational in nature and not attributed to a specific individual.

New Spark affirms the following ethical principles regarding AI:

• All artistic and creative works representing New Spark or submitted for consideration should prioritize human authorship and intention.

• AI should be viewed as a tool to assist, not replace, human creativity.

• We will assess the ethical implications of AI use on artists' intellectual property, labor, and the authenticity of artistic voice.

New Spark is committed to transparency about where and how AI has been used in organizational materials. We will:

• Clearly label or disclose AI-generated content on our public platforms when relevant.

• Maintain internal records of AI-assisted content creation.

• Regularly review and update this policy to reflect evolving best practices.

Questions, concerns, or reports of non-compliance with this policy may be directed to the leadership team at newsparkpodcast@gmail.com. We are committed to addressing AI-related ethical issues with care, fairness, and prompt attention.

New Spark encourages creators to use AI responsibly and ethically. To maintain the integrity of our artistic mission, we require the following:

• Writers may use AI tools for no more than 20% of a submitted script or artistic work.

• Scripts or submissions that exceed this AI use threshold may still be considered but will receive lower priority than predominantly human-generated works.

• All submissions must include a disclosure, to the best of the writer's knowledge, outlining where AI was used in the development or writing process.

This policy will be reviewed annually or as needed to ensure its continued relevance and alignment with New Spark's mission.