I'm Gaudêncio Miguel Carvalho, an international Creative Director and award-winning filmmaker with 20+ years of experience across commercial advertising, narrative cinema, documentary production, and brand strategy. I've directed over 300 international commercials for global brands including McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, Nestlé and Raiffeisen Bank. I later expanded into feature films and documentaries distributed internationally, with projects achieving 8M+ streaming views. I combine cinematic storytelling, brand positioning, and AI-driven production workflows to build scalable creative systems for modern digital environments.…

Gaudêncio Miguel Carvalho

I'm Gaudêncio Miguel Carvalho, an international Creative Director and award-winning filmmaker with 20+ years of experience across commercial advertising, narrative cinema, documentary production, and brand strategy. I've directed over 300 international commercials for global brands including McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, Nestlé and Raiffeisen Bank. I later expanded into feature films and documentaries distributed internationally, with projects achieving 8M+ streaming views. I combine cinematic storytelling, brand positioning, and AI-driven production workflows to build scalable creative systems for modern digital environments.…

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I’m Gaudêncio Miguel Carvalho, an international Creative Director and award-winning filmmaker with 20+ years of experience across commercial advertising, narrative cinema, documentary production, and brand strategy. I’ve directed over 300 international commercials for global brands including McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, Nestlé and Raiffeisen Bank.

I later expanded into feature films and documentaries distributed internationally, with projects achieving 8M+ streaming views. I combine cinematic storytelling, brand positioning, and AI-driven production workflows to build scalable creative systems for modern digital environments.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Beginner
French
Beginner
Polish
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Director & Video Content Lead at Dr. Osadowska Aesthetic Clinic
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
Developed full creative strategy and digital campaigns. Produced high-converting video and educational content. Managed brand identity across digital and print touchpoints.
Co-Founder & Executive Producer at GreenBox Europe
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2024
Led complete production cycles from development to international distribution. Managed creative, technical, and financial aspects of projects. Directed award-winning documentaries and narrative films. Oversaw full production lifecycle and international distribution.
AI Content Creator at The Playlist
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed AI-based visual systems and scalable content pipelines. Produced short-form and long-form video optimized for social platforms. Integrated generative tools into production workflows for creative efficiency.
Photojournalist / Visual Story Contributor at PhotoVogue (Vogue Italia)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Freelance visual contributor to PhotoVogue, presenting documentary-style photographic projects exploring human expression, culture, and contemporary visual narratives. Selected works featured within the PhotoVogue platform.
Commercial Film Director - International Freelance / Agency Representation at Europe & North Africa (various agencies)
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2013
Directed 300+ commercial campaigns across Europe and North Africa. Worked with global brands including McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, Nestlé, Jacobs, OBI, Biedronka, and Raiffeisen Bank. Led full creative execution from concept development to post-production. Collaborated with agencies across Poland, Germany, Russia, Croatia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Romania, Morocco, and Tunisia.
Production Manager at Filmar Produções
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1994
Managed logistics, scheduling, and budgeting for commercial productions. Collaborated with leading directors including Joaquim Soler and Hector Martinez.
Commercial Film Director - International Freelance / Agency Representation at Various Agencies (Europe & North Africa)
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2013
Directed 300+ commercial campaigns across Europe and North Africa. Worked with global brands including McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Mercedes-Benz, Nestlé, Jacobs, OBI, Biedronka, and Raiffeisen Bank. Led full creative execution from concept development to post-production. Collaborated with agencies across Poland, Germany, Russia, Croatia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Romania, Morocco, and Tunisia.

Education

Production Studies at E.T.I.C – Escola Técnica de Imagem e Comunicação
January 1, 1989 - March 15, 2026
Production Studies at E.T.I.C – Escola Técnica de Imagem e Comunicação
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods
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