Harshini J. Karunaratne

Founder

Vita

Dedicated to creating platforms for artists and amplifying new media and creative technology, Harshini J. Karunaratne (they/she) is the founder of 3AM:ENERGY, a creative talent agency with a focus on mentorship and curation in new media with purpose. You might know 3AM:ENERGY as co-founders of Berlin New Week, a city-wide festival launched in 2025 highlighting Berlin as a global capital of art, technology, and culture.

Talk

What is the new media scene like in Berlin? What makes it truly unlike any other city?
Harshini will share their ethos behind building Berlin New Media Week, and what designing a sustainable creative economy can be when art is seen as inseparable from technology. They will share tools that 3AM:ENERGY has designed to bridge gaps in the immersive experience and creative tech industries. Look forward to them sharing their plans for the next Berlin New Media Week.

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