Daichi Ito
About Daichi Ito
Daichi Ito is a Senior Technical Artist 2 at Adobe, with a background in art and animation. He has extensive experience in technical artistry, having worked at Adobe in various roles since 2009 and previously at Zynga.
Work at Adobe
Daichi Ito has held multiple positions at Adobe Systems, contributing to various projects over several years. He began his journey at Adobe as an intern in 2009 for four months. He later returned to the company as a Technical Artist / UX Designer from 2012 to 2016, followed by a role as a Senior Technical Artist from 2016 to 2018. After a two-year gap, he transitioned to a Technical Research Artist position, where he worked from 2018 to 2022. Currently, he serves as a Senior Technical Artist 2, a role he has held since 2022.
Education and Expertise
Daichi Ito studied at San Jose State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art/Animation/Illustration from 2005 to 2008. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) in Art from 2009 to 2011. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work as a technical artist, where he combines artistic skills with technical knowledge.
Background
Before joining Adobe, Daichi Ito worked at Zynga as a technical artist and production artist. His experience in the gaming industry has contributed to his skill set, particularly in creating original datasets for machine learning projects. This background has equipped him with a unique perspective on the intersection of art and technology.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Daichi Ito has initiated research projects and developed prototypes using programming languages such as Python and JavaScript. His work often supports computer scientist researchers by providing artistic and technical insights, which are crucial for the development of new technology workflows. Additionally, he has experience in painting concept art, caricatures, and 3D art, enhancing his contributions to various projects.