I began my journey in advertising as a video editor. With each passing year and subsequent experience, I've adapted to the evolving market while embracing new tools such as After Effects. As advertising agencies themselves progressed, I honed my skills in digital marketing, deepening my understanding with each passing day. I find joy in teaching and sharing knowledge. I currently teach graphic animation at the Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design, and I continually strive to stay up-to-date with new techniques and technologies.…

João Melo Ferreira

I began my journey in advertising as a video editor. With each passing year and subsequent experience, I've adapted to the evolving market while embracing new tools such as After Effects. As advertising agencies themselves progressed, I honed my skills in digital marketing, deepening my understanding with each passing day. I find joy in teaching and sharing knowledge. I currently teach graphic animation at the Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design, and I continually strive to stay up-to-date with new techniques and technologies.…

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I began my journey in advertising as a video editor. With each passing year and subsequent experience, I’ve adapted to the evolving market while embracing new tools such as After Effects. As advertising agencies themselves progressed, I honed my skills in digital marketing, deepening my understanding with each passing day.

I find joy in teaching and sharing knowledge. I currently teach graphic animation at the Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design, and I continually strive to stay up-to-date with new techniques and technologies.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Videographer & Motion Designer at PROZIS
November 30, 2015 - September 12, 2025
Produced sports and nutrition content for Prozis' supplement brand, including infomercials, motion graphics, and infographics for their blogs.
Videographer & Motion Designer at Freelancer
December 31, 2017 - Present
2D animator, video editor, and post-producer (including VFX) for major sports federations like FIBA, FIA, FIFA, UCI, and FIH. Edited live video broadcasts for various sports events.
Motion Designer at THE SOURCE (SOCIAL)
December 1, 2020 - September 12, 2025
Produced visual content (mainly Direct Response ads) for social media platforms like TikTok and META. After completing the META certification, also did Creative Strategy for some clients.
Graphic Animation Teacher at LABFRESH
April 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025
I teach graphic animation at the Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design. I am passionate about teaching and enjoy continuously learning and staying up-to-date.
Graphic Animation Teacher at ESMAD
October 1, 2019 - Present
Teaching Graphic Animation.
Video Editor & Motion Designer at PENCEO
February 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Collaborated with the creative team to produce visual content for META and YouTube.
Video Editor & Motion Designer at TIER 11
January 1, 2020 - August 1, 2024
Produced visual content for LinkedIn and META, while contributing creative ideas to boost audience engagement.
Videographer & Motion Designer at PROZIS
February 1, 2010 - July 1, 2017
Produced sports and nutrition content for Prozis' supplement brand, including infomercials, motion graphics, and infographics for their blogs.
Video Editor & Motion Designer at THE SOURCE (SOCIAL)
February 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Produced visual content (mainly Direct Response ads) for social media platforms like TikTok and META. After completing the META certification, I also had the opportunity to do Creative Strategy for some clients.
Graphic Animation Teacher at GOODLIFE CLUB
October 1, 2024 - Present
I teach graphic animation at the Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design.
Videographer, Motion Designer at ESMAD
October 1, 2019 - Present
Videographer and Motion Designer involved in various projects; part of ongoing creative production work.
Video Editor & Motion Designer at PENCEO
July 1, 2017 - August 1, 2019
Collaborated with the creative team to produce visual content for META and YouTube.

Education

Multimedia Products Specialist at IM (Instituto Multimedia)
September 8, 2003 - September 11, 2006
Post-Graduation Motion Graphics Design at ESAD (Escola Superior Artes e Design)
September 1, 2013 - October 1, 2014
Graduation in Sound and Image at UCP (Universidade Católica Portuguesa)
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2009
Post-Graduation Motion Graphics Design at Escola Superior de Artes e Design
September 1, 2013 - October 1, 2014
Graduation in Sound and Image at Universidade Católica Portuguesa
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2009
Multimedia Products Specialist at Instituto Multimédia
September 1, 2003 - September 1, 2006
Post-Graduation in Motion Graphics Design at ESAD (Escola Superior Artes e Design)
September 1, 2013 - October 1, 2014
Bachelor's Degree in Sound and Image at UCP (Universidade Católica Portuguesa)
September 1, 2003 - September 1, 2006
Multimedia Products Specialist at I.M. (Instituto Multimédia)
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
Post-Graduation at Escola Superior Artes e Design (ESAD)
September 1, 2013 - October 1, 2014
Graduation in Sound and Image at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP)
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2009
Multimedia Products Specialist at Instituto Multimédia (I.M.)
September 1, 2003 - September 1, 2006
Post-Graduation Motion Graphics Design at ESAD (Escola Superior Artes e Design)
September 1, 2013 - October 1, 2014
Graduation in Sound and Image at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP)
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2009
Multimedia Products Specialist at Instituto Multimédia (I.M.)
September 1, 2003 - September 1, 2006

Qualifications

Creative Strategy by META
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
META Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025
META Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other