Korean Futures Lab is a twice-yearly, one-day creative program presented by Korean Center, Inc. (KCI) with support from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in San Francisco and the Overseas Koreans Agency.
Open to Bay Area teens ages 13–19 of all backgrounds, each session uses Korean arts and culture as a starting point to explore storytelling, media, and technology through hands-on workshops and honest conversations with working creators.
This June, participants will storyboard a short film, create music with AI, make a microdrama, try vibe coding, and imagine new creative futures through art and technology.
No prior experience needed. No Korean language ability required. Just bring your curiosity and creativity.
Program Details
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–4:30 PM (Door opens at 9:45 AM)
Location: Korean Center, Inc., 1362 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Eligible Participants: Teens ages 13–19
Registration Fee: $50 per participant. Discounted rates are available — contact Anthony Kim at anthonykim@koreancentersf.org to confirm.
Lunch: Included
Technology: Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop if they have access to one. If a participant does not have access to a laptop, please let us know during registration so we can do our best to make arrangements.
What to Expect
Participants will spend the day exploring Korean arts, storytelling, media, and technology through hands-on creative workshops and conversations with working creators.
Storyboard Short Videos with AICreate social-first video storyboards to market your creative passion projects.
Create Music with AI
Experiment with AI music tools to explore sound, rhythm, and composition.
Make a Microdrama
Build a short, high-impact story designed for today’s fast-moving media landscape.
Try Vibe Coding
Explore creative coding as a way to prototype ideas, experiment with technology, and make playful digital experiences.
Real Talk with Creators
Hear from artists, media-makers, and creative professionals about how they work, what they’ve learned, and where creativity can lead.