i created a digital influencer persona and listed a contact email for potential collaborations. a small event organizer sent an invitation offering a guest pass and photo opportunity
i replied transparently that the character was virtual and that i was the creator behind the account. the organizer was curious and asked whether we'd consider a digital appearance instead
we explored a short animated greeting, but the event ultimately needed someone who could meet attendees in person. it was a surprisingly normal business conversation about a very unusual guest
i learned to explain the project clearly in the bio. the next invitation asked specifically for an ai character cameo, which was much less awkward