Hideaki Ota

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Hi, I’m Hideaki Ota, a photographer and creative storyteller based in Berlin.

About

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.

  • 12 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Software & Internet
  • Other

Work experience· 6 roles

Gallery Assistant · FELLINI GalleryJun 2019 – Jul 2025 · 6 yrs 2 mos

Supported exhibition coordination and visitor communication in Berlin and Kyoto locations. Designed marketing materials and managed gallery collections to enhance exhibition presentations.

Freelance Photographer · Self-employedOct 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 2 mos

Conducted 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 · Fellini GalleryFeb 2016 – Jun 2019 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Supported exhibition coordination and visitor communication; designed marketing materials and managed gallery collections.

Photographer’s Assistant · SIMA StudioSep 2015 – Jul 2025 · 9 yrs 11 mos
Photography Intern / Studio Assistant · SIMA StudioMar 2014 – Sep 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos
Studio Assistant · SIMA StudioMar 2014 – Sep 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos

Education

Photography Internship · SIMA Studio, Tokyo2014 – 2015
Internship at SIMA Studio (Photo Studio) · SIMA Studio, Tokyo2014 – 2015

Certifications and awards· 7

Generative AI Engineer Training2024 – 2025
Certificate of Completion - DMM Generative AI CAMP2030 – 2025
Honorable Mention - International Photography Award (2021)2021 – 2026
Silver Winner - Budapest International Foto Award (2021) (People)2021 – 2026

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