ABOUT ME.
My work focuses on editorial design, corporate publishing, and educational content, combining creativity with technical expertise in graphic design, video, and audio.
I work fluently in German, Portuguese, and Spanish, collaborating on projects across different cultures and industries.
SKILLS
Software
Adobe CC
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Acrobat
Premiere Pro
Logic Pro
Pro Tools
Native Instruments
Microsoft Office
Languages
German - Native
Portuguese - Native
Spanish - Native
English - Professional
French - Basic
EDUCATION & PROFISSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Certified Media Designer (IHK)
Düsseldorf, 08/2001–01/2004
Digital & Print Media – Specialization in Print Design
IHK Germany
Professional Degree in Music Production
Lisbon, 2011–2013
ETIC – Escola Técnica de Imagem e Comunicação, Lisbon
Professional Development
Fundamentals of AI for Design – Coursera/Adobe, 2026
Cybersecurity Course – Coursera, 2026
Video Recording & Editing, Udemy 2023
High School Diploma
Röntgen-Gymnasium, Remscheid, Germany
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Graphic Designer
2013 – Present
Editorial and print design
Branding and marketing materials
Educational publications
Illustration and visual communication
Video editing and multimedia content
Graphic Designer
Goethe-Institut Lisbon 2013 – Present
Design and layout of brochures, posters, event programs and promotional materials
Social media and digital campaign graphics
Print production coordination and budget management
Collaboration with external printing companies
Creative Editorial Director
AFL Magazine 2017 – 2025
Independently responsible for the complete visual design and production of the magazine.
Developed and maintained the overall visual identity, editorial layout and design standards.
Designed complete magazine issues, including editorial features, interviews and special sections.
Managed image selection, editing and retouching, ensuring a consistent and high-quality visual appearance.
Managed the full design workflow from concept to print-ready artwork, ensuring quality, accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
Graphic Designer
Hagemann Verlag, Düsseldorf
2004 – 2010
Editorial design and layout for books and educational publications
Catalogues, brochures and corporate communication
Image editing and print production
Exhibition and trade fair design
Client communication and project coordination
Music Production Internship
TRO Studios, Düsseldorf 2013
Audio editing
Voice recording
Music consulting
TV & radio advertising productions