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Hi, I’m Hideaki Ota, a photographer and creative storyteller based in Berlin. I’ve spent nearly a decade capturing moments through editorial shoots, events, and portraits, and I’ve recently expanded into Generative AI engineering to blend photography with cutting-edge technology.
Historically I’ve collaborated with Japanese magazines, music videos, and fashion brands, and I’m now building AI-powered web apps and tools that bring real-world visual projects to life. I’m fluent in Japanese and English, and I’m always curious to explore new ways AI can augment creative workflows.
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Japanese
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Work Experience
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed
October 1, 2016 - PresentConducted editorial photoshoots for Japanese magazines including Men’s Fudge, Tokion, and Shukan-Bunshun. Specialized in event photography at Berlin Music Video Awards and Kawaii Festival. Produced artist portraits and fashion product shoots for brands such as FLAT MOON and Melissa Lee. Organized photo exhibitions and workshops at Stattlab e.V. Sold photography artworks through Insel Real Estate GmbH and ORKA.
Gallery Assistant at FELLINI Gallery
June 30, 2019 - July 18, 2025Supported exhibition coordination and visitor communication in Berlin and Kyoto locations. Designed marketing materials and managed gallery collections to enhance exhibition presentations.
Photographer’s Assistant at SIMA Studio
September 30, 2015 - July 18, 2025Assisted studio and on-location shoots in Tokyo, managing lighting setup and technical preparations for photographic sessions.
Gallery Assistant at Fellini Gallery
February 1, 2016 - June 1, 2019Supported exhibition coordination and visitor communication; designed marketing materials and managed gallery collections.
Studio Assistant at SIMA Studio
March 1, 2014 - September 1, 2015Assisted studio and on-location shoots; managed lighting setup and technical preparations.
Photography Intern / Studio Assistant at SIMA Studio
March 1, 2014 - September 1, 2015Assisted studio and on-location shoots; managed lighting setup and technical preparations.
Education
Photography Internship at SIMA Studio, Tokyo
March 1, 2014 - September 1, 2015Internship at SIMA Studio (Photo Studio) at SIMA Studio, Tokyo
March 1, 2014 - September 1, 2015Qualifications
Generative AI Engineer Training
March 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025Certificate of Completion - DMM Generative AI CAMP
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Honorable Mention - International Photography Award (2021)
January 1, 2021 - February 12, 2026Silver Winner - Budapest International Foto Award (2021) (People)
January 1, 2021 - February 12, 2026DMM Generative AI CAMP Certificate of Completion
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025DMM Generative AI Camp (Certificate of Completion)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025DMM Generative AI Camp (Certificate of Completion)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Other
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