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creator; creative artist; originator of creative work
A person who creates original works, particularly in literature, art, music, or other creative fields. Emphasizes the act of original creation rather than mere production.
創作者の権利を守る。
To protect the rights of creators.
AIの時代でも創作者の役割は変わらない。
Even in the age of AI, the role of creators remains unchanged.
この展覧会では若手創作者による新しい表現が紹介されている。
This exhibition showcases new forms of expression by young creators.
Composed of 創作 (creative work; creation) + 者 (person). The emphasis is on originality and creative imagination, distinguishing it from words like 製作者 (producer/manufacturer).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 若手創作者: young creator
- 創作者の権利: creator's rights
- 創作者支援: support for creators
- 創作者側: from the creator's perspective
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 作者: author; writer — focuses on a specific finished work
- 製作者: producer; manufacturer — emphasizes the production process rather than creative originality
- クリエイター: creator — the English loanword, commonly used in digital and media industries
- 作家: writer; novelist — specifically a professional writer of literature