Automation and AI – although not strictly the same thing – are each synonymous with tools designed to save businesses costs by reducing inefficiencies in workflows, among other use cases. The reality is that, in many cases, the deployment of such technologies can lead to reductions in human headcounts – fueling a fierce topic of debate in the current climate, with the ongoing strike of Hollywood actors and writers delaying content production timelines for top streamers, including HBO and Netflix. Faultline spoke with a specialist in automation and orchestration for visual effects operational workflows this week. Julien Gachot, CEO and co-founder of start-up Embrace, cuts an exuberant character throughout our video call, and who wouldn’t be after completing a significant…