AI design tools are helping creative teams automate time-consuming tasks and make space for the work that really matters—solving big problems and telling big stories.

“The most valuable thing creatives can do today is stay focused on the story behind the visuals. Technical execution is critical, but what gives your work impact is how it connects to a larger narrative.”
— Eliott Wahba, CEO of DolFinContent

AI can’t tell stories the way people can. But it can assist in building the assets faster. Below, we’ll walk through the top AI tools DolFinContent’s creative team uses to speed up workflows without compromising creative control.

HOW TO USE AI TOOLS IN YOUR DESIGN WORKFLOW

Before diving into tools, remember: AI is just a tool—not a replacement for creative thinking.

Wahba puts it clearly:

“AI is a high-powered utility. But it’s not a strategist or storyteller. We treat it as a digital assistant that helps our team deliver faster without sacrificing originality.”

At DolFinContent, we use AI in three main areas:

1. Brand System Organization

We use custom-trained private AI models to quickly access client brand data. It cuts onboarding time and removes repetitive admin work.

2. Image Generation & Enhancement

From background removal to retouching and adding graphic effects, AI speeds up the polishing phase and helps designers stay in their creative flow.

3. Concept Development

AI helps us brainstorm layouts, colors, and themes—but our creatives shape those ideas into compelling narratives.

TOP AI DESIGN TOOLS THAT STREAMLINE PRODUCTION

1. Midjourney

A prompt-based image generator hosted on Discord. Great for stylized, concept-driven visuals.

• Use it for: Ideation, concept art, visual exploration
• Why it stands out: Fast results, rich visual styles

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2. Runway

Video creation and editing using only text. Also supports background removal, audio cleanup, and more.

• Use it for: AI-generated videos and social media edits
• Why it stands out: A full creative studio in your browser

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3. ChatGPT

A must-have writing companion. Our teams use it to brainstorm, outline, and unblock creative projects.

• Use it for: Captions, copy, email drafts
• Why it stands out: Accelerates ideation and writing

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4. Adobe Firefly

Text-based generative editing built into Adobe tools. Quickly add, swap, or remove image elements.

• Use it for: Image edits and content fills
• Why it stands out: Seamless with Adobe Creative Cloud

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5. Adobe Photoshop (w/ Firefly)

Photoshop’s generative expand and smart editing features are now powered by Firefly.

• Use it for: Pro-level image manipulation
• Why it stands out: Ultimate creative control

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6. Vectorizer AI

Turn raster images into sharp, scalable vectors instantly.

• Use it for: Logos, illustrations, iconography
• Why it stands out: Super-fast vector conversion

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7. DreamStudio

A web-based image generator built on Stable Diffusion. Easy to use for concepts and mockups.

• Use it for: Creative exploration
• Why it stands out: Reliable prompt response

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8. DALL-E 3

From the creators of ChatGPT, this tool excels in precision object rendering and image detailing.

• Use it for: Realistic visuals, object-focused imagery
• Why it stands out: Clean, structured results

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9. Magnific AI

Need ultra-sharp illustrations or photos? Magnific enhances image resolution while adding detail.

• Use it for: Upscaling, realism boosting
• Why it stands out: Fine-tuned image clarity

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10. Krea

A new player with powerful features for animation, upscaling, and layout refinement.

• Use it for: Mixed-media creative experimentation
• Why it stands out: Layered prompting + editor control

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WHEN TO USE AI (AND WHEN TO SKIP IT)

“Using AI without intention is like using a hammer for every job. Smart creatives know when to use which tool—and when to step back and trust their instincts.”
— Eliott Wahba

At DolFinContent, we integrate AI tools to enhance human creativity—not replace it. We never rely on AI for:

• Final branding decisions
• Narrative development
• Strategic messaging

AI helps us get to good ideas faster. But humans make those ideas meaningful.

ADD DOLFINCONTENT TO YOUR AI TOOLKIT

You don’t need to keep up with every new model or platform—we do that for you.

DolFinContent combines the efficiency of AI with the creativity of elite designers to help brands scale without compromise.

Here’s what we bring to the table:

• Rapid asset creation
• Story-first creative strategy
• Global scalability with localized expertise

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