Hi there, I’m Renato Silva, a Berlin-based freelance photographer specializing in documentary reportage and architecture-interior photography. Since 2004 I’ve been capturing stories with a human touch, and since 2014 I’ve focused on architecture and interior spaces. I also bring extensive experience in studio production and image editing, and I have worked as a curator for various exhibitions. My work ranges from documentary projects to fashion-week documentation and collaborations with clubs, brands and cultural institutions. I enjoy turning complex spaces into coherent visual narratives and I’m always excited to share knowledge through workshops and exhibition planning.

Renato Silva

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Hi there, I’m Renato Silva, a Berlin-based freelance photographer specializing in documentary reportage and architecture-interior photography. Since 2004 I’ve been capturing stories with a human touch, and since 2014 I’ve focused on architecture and interior spaces. I also bring extensive experience in studio production and image editing, and I have worked as a curator for various exhibitions. My work ranges from documentary projects to fashion-week documentation and collaborations with clubs, brands and cultural institutions. I enjoy turning complex spaces into coherent visual narratives and I’m always excited to share knowledge through workshops and exhibition planning.

Available to hire

Hi there, I’m Renato Silva, a Berlin-based freelance photographer specializing in documentary reportage and architecture-interior photography. Since 2004 I’ve been capturing stories with a human touch, and since 2014 I’ve focused on architecture and interior spaces. I also bring extensive experience in studio production and image editing, and I have worked as a curator for various exhibitions.

My work ranges from documentary projects to fashion-week documentation and collaborations with clubs, brands and cultural institutions. I enjoy turning complex spaces into coherent visual narratives and I’m always excited to share knowledge through workshops and exhibition planning.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freiberuflicher Fotograf & Mediengestalter at Selbstständig / Freelance
January 1, 2004 - Present
Freelance photographer and media designer focusing on documentary reportage, architecture/interior photography, drone videography, and exhibition curation.
Fotograf & Mediengestalter at Allgemeiner Grund und Boden Fundus (Real Estate)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Architektur/Interior photography; Real estate imaging; media design and videography.
Grafik Designer, Online Media Manager & Promoter at Bassy Club (Musik Club)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Graphic design, online media management and promotion.
Foto Editor, Fotograf & Workshopleiter at Sprachenatelier Berlin
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Photo editing, photography and workshop leader.
Landschaftsdesigner at GEOPEIA, LDA. Büro für Landschaftsarchitektur
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
Realization of landscape design and architecture projects; creative process involvement.
Gruppenleiter im Bereich Verkauf at TVTEL S.A.
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Team leadership in sales; staff training in theory and logistics.
Praktikum - Bildbearbeiter at Die Hoffotografen Fotostudio
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006
Internship; image editing with Photoshop and Aperture.
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2004 - Present
Documentary reportage photography; architecture/interior photography; image editing; curatorial assistance; online media management; and drone videography.
Architektuur/Interior Photographer at Offenblende (Fotografie Agentur)
January 1, 2014 - Present
Architecture and interior photography; visuals tailored for design and real estate projects.
Grafik Designer, Online Media Manager & Promoter at Bassy Club
January 1, 2015 - Present
Graphic design, online media management and promotion for a music club, including concepting print media and digital campaigns.
Photograph & Dokumentation (Berlin Fashion Week) at Premium / Seek
January 1, 2015 - Present
Photographer documenting Berlin Fashion Week and related events; archival and media-ready footage/images.
Foto Editor, Fotograf & Workshopleiter at Sprachenatelier Berlin
January 1, 2012 - Present
Photo editing, photography work, and workshop leading at a language and culture institute.
Photographer (Freelance) at Self-employed / Renato Silva
January 1, 2004 - Present
Freelance photographer since 2004 focusing on documentary reportage; architecture-interior photography since 2014; hands-on experience in studio production and image editing; active involvement in exhibition curation.
Photographer / Videographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Documentary and architecture/interior photography projects; collaboration with studios, brands and cultural institutions; drone videography experience.

Education

Bachelor in Kunst, Kommunikation und Design at Technische Hochschule Viana do Castelo
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003
Diplom Design Ambiente at Deutsche Pop Akademie
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Fotografiekurs at Schulungszentrum APCC
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Abitur mit künstlerischer Ausrichtung at Gymnasium Aveiro
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1998
Drohne A1-A3 Lizenz at Drohnen-Schulung
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Schulung Adobe Premiere und After Effects at Medienreich Computer trainings
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Bachelor in Kunst, Kommunikation und Design at Technische Hochschule Viana do Castelo
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003
Diplom Design Ambiente at Technische Hochschule Viana do Castelo
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Fotografiekurs at Schulungszentrum APCC
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
Abitur mit künstlerischer Ausrichtung at Gymnasium Aveiro
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1998
Bachelor in Kunst, Kommunikation und Design at Technische Hochschule Viana do Castelo
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Diplom Design Ambiente at Deutsche Pop Akademie
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Abitur (künstlerische Ausrichtung) at Gymnasium Aveiro
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Fotografiekurs at Schulungszentrum APCC
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
KI Masterclass - AI at Fotografiska / Boris Eldagsen
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025

Qualifications

Drohne A1-A3 Lizenz
January 1, 2018 - December 9, 2025
Schulung Adobe Premiere und After Effects
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
CANON Schulung / Roadshow
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
KI Masterclass (AI)
January 1, 2024 - December 18, 2025
Schulung Adobe Premiere und After Effects
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
KI Masterclass (AI)
January 1, 2024 - December 18, 2025
Adobe Premiere & After Effects Training
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
KI Masterclass - AI
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Drohne A1-A3 License
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Adobe Creative Cloud Training (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects)
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025

Industry Experience

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