Toshiki Aoki, Two-Time 'COLOTEK' Award-Winning Creator, Appointed as CCO and Producer of Nippon Columbia Group!
Nippon Columbia Group (NCG) has appointed renowned AI video creator Toshiki Aoki as Chief Creative Officer (CCO) and Producer of its AI-specialized label, NCG ENTERTAINMENT™, effective April 1, 2026.
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- 📰 Published: April 1, 2026 at 20:00
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Nippon Columbia Group Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Shunsuke Sato; hereinafter "NCG") is pleased to announce that as of April 1, 2026, the brilliant video creator Toshiki Aoki (AoKi¹⁰⁴) has been appointed as NCG's Chief Creative Officer (CCO) and Producer of the AI-specialized label "NCG ENTERTAINMENT™."
**Background of the Appointment**
Until now, Mr. Aoki has continued to work independently as a freelance creator without belonging to any specific organization. He specializes in cutting-edge video production utilizing generative AI, and his creative prowess has been highly acclaimed in various fields, leaving overwhelming achievements in numerous awards, including winning the Grand Prix twice at the AI creative contest "COLOTEK" organized by NCG, and the Grand Prize at the Osaka AI Culture Expo (AI EXPO 2026).
In order to integrate Mr. Aoki's exceptional creative insights and production skills into our business, his participation in NCG has been realized. Moving forward, as CCO, he will oversee the creative direction of the entire NCG group and, as the Producer of "NCG ENTERTAINMENT™," lead the creation of new entertainment expressions where humans and AI co-create. Furthermore, he will strongly promote the expansion of "COLOTEK," an AI creative contest to discover new talents contributing to the next generation of creation, and "COLOWORKS," a practical co-creation project connecting AI creators with companies, thereby accelerating multi-faceted growth as a next-generation creative production company.
**Comment from Toshiki Aoki**
"As someone who has never belonged to a company and has been buffeted by the rough seas of the field as a freelancer for over 20 years, I never dreamed (sweat) that I would be entrusted with the major role of CCO. That is precisely why I can bring about transformations that are not bound by organizational common sense. What I aim for is not a world where AI replaces creators, but a world where the limits of expression are broken through by AI. Based on the belief that 'AI is wings,' NCG will build a stage where next-generation creators can thrive and lead innovative entertainment from Japan."
**Comment from Shunsuke Sato, Representative Director, President & CEO of Nippon Columbia Group Co., Ltd.**
"I feel very encouraged that Mr. Aoki, who won two awards at the AI creative contest 'COLOTEK,' has been appointed as our CCO. While AI is rapidly democratizing the creative world, in order to produce 'the real thing' that moves people's hearts, exceptional producing power and team-building skills are indispensable. Mr. Aoki has a proven track record of creating many wonderful works with many partners and is truly an indispensable presence for NCG ENTERTAINMENT. I am sure he will be a strong support for those who aspire to be AI artists in the future. Please look forward to our future developments."
**Profile of Toshiki Aoki (AoKi¹⁰⁴) - AI Video Director / Creator**
No employment history (with a company).
A video creator who has remained a freelancer at the forefront of the television and advertising industries. He possesses production skills honed in the field, ranging from direction and editing to compositing and 3DCG, and has pioneered the forefront of expression. Using his production power and the latest AI as weapons, he has worked on various projects...
**Background of the Appointment**
Until now, Mr. Aoki has continued to work independently as a freelance creator without belonging to any specific organization. He specializes in cutting-edge video production utilizing generative AI, and his creative prowess has been highly acclaimed in various fields, leaving overwhelming achievements in numerous awards, including winning the Grand Prix twice at the AI creative contest "COLOTEK" organized by NCG, and the Grand Prize at the Osaka AI Culture Expo (AI EXPO 2026).
In order to integrate Mr. Aoki's exceptional creative insights and production skills into our business, his participation in NCG has been realized. Moving forward, as CCO, he will oversee the creative direction of the entire NCG group and, as the Producer of "NCG ENTERTAINMENT™," lead the creation of new entertainment expressions where humans and AI co-create. Furthermore, he will strongly promote the expansion of "COLOTEK," an AI creative contest to discover new talents contributing to the next generation of creation, and "COLOWORKS," a practical co-creation project connecting AI creators with companies, thereby accelerating multi-faceted growth as a next-generation creative production company.
**Comment from Toshiki Aoki**
"As someone who has never belonged to a company and has been buffeted by the rough seas of the field as a freelancer for over 20 years, I never dreamed (sweat) that I would be entrusted with the major role of CCO. That is precisely why I can bring about transformations that are not bound by organizational common sense. What I aim for is not a world where AI replaces creators, but a world where the limits of expression are broken through by AI. Based on the belief that 'AI is wings,' NCG will build a stage where next-generation creators can thrive and lead innovative entertainment from Japan."
**Comment from Shunsuke Sato, Representative Director, President & CEO of Nippon Columbia Group Co., Ltd.**
"I feel very encouraged that Mr. Aoki, who won two awards at the AI creative contest 'COLOTEK,' has been appointed as our CCO. While AI is rapidly democratizing the creative world, in order to produce 'the real thing' that moves people's hearts, exceptional producing power and team-building skills are indispensable. Mr. Aoki has a proven track record of creating many wonderful works with many partners and is truly an indispensable presence for NCG ENTERTAINMENT. I am sure he will be a strong support for those who aspire to be AI artists in the future. Please look forward to our future developments."
**Profile of Toshiki Aoki (AoKi¹⁰⁴) - AI Video Director / Creator**
No employment history (with a company).
A video creator who has remained a freelancer at the forefront of the television and advertising industries. He possesses production skills honed in the field, ranging from direction and editing to compositing and 3DCG, and has pioneered the forefront of expression. Using his production power and the latest AI as weapons, he has worked on various projects...