Anthony Nishimura

Hello!

My name is Anthony. I grew up in Hawaii, born and raised on the island of Oahu. I am a second generation Japanese Okinawan, American citizen. I attended Kalani high school and transferred from Kapiolani Community College. If I we're an artist's tool, I would be the command Z button because I'm always undoing my mistakes.

Research Topic: The creative/design industry and AI advancements

Research Question: How does A.I. affect industries and roles, especially design industry/roles.

Abstract:

The rapid advance of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to significant impacts on sectors of society. As AI usage increases and benefits many industries, jobs and ethics become alarming concerns. This paper explores the multi-faceted implications of AI, especially in the creative sector, as it relates to the jobs of many. With AI tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Descript, there will be a shift in creative fields that can warrant new opportunities. Examining both the disruptive potential and the assistive capabilities of AI, this paper argues that a collaborative partnership between humans and AI is advisable. Exploring ethical considerations, it is crucial to understand the benefits of this technology, while assessing the importance of human creativity and meaningful work. Ultimately, the future of industries impacted by AI should not be considered a replacement but instead an innovative integration for people and creative individuals.

Practicum Site: Launch Detect

Project Title: Presentation on data captured

Capstone Proposal:

CREATIVE PROCESS:

The practicum is a planned, supervised, and evaluated practice experience. The goal of the practicum is to provide an opportunity for the student to synthesize, integrate, and apply practical skills, knowledge, and training learned through courses, to gain professional experience in a professional work environment, and to work on creative media projects that revolve around the research they conducted in the prior semester.

Practicum placements are individually selected and therefore, the focus, substance, and approach of the practicum will vary, depending on the studentʻs concentration and the specific interests, research goals, and professional objectives.

DELIVERABLE:

For his senior capstone, Anthony completed an internship with LaunchDetect, where he contributed to improving the company’s user interface while applying insights from his research on the evolving relationship between AI and creative work. Grounded in his study of tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Descript, Anthony examined how AI can both disrupt and enhance creative industries, raising questions about ethics, job security, and the role of human creativity. Through his internship, he experienced this collaboration firsthand—using AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement, and seeing how thoughtful integration can streamline workflows while still relying on human judgment, design sensibilities, and problem-solving. His project reinforces the idea that the future of creative industries lies not in choosing between humans and AI, but in designing meaningful partnerships between the two.

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