Hi there! I'm Rafaela, a passionate visual content creator with over 15 years of experience in photography, video, and automotive communication. I specialize in capturing the essence of the automotive world through my lens, blending creativity with technical proficiency. Outside of my work, I enjoy exploring innovative content strategies and leveraging artificial intelligence in my creative processes. I'm all about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling to engage audiences and enhance brand communication.…

RAFAELA FERNANDES

Hi there! I'm Rafaela, a passionate visual content creator with over 15 years of experience in photography, video, and automotive communication. I specialize in capturing the essence of the automotive world through my lens, blending creativity with technical proficiency. Outside of my work, I enjoy exploring innovative content strategies and leveraging artificial intelligence in my creative processes. I'm all about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling to engage audiences and enhance brand communication.…

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Hi there! I’m Rafaela, a passionate visual content creator with over 15 years of experience in photography, video, and automotive communication. I specialize in capturing the essence of the automotive world through my lens, blending creativity with technical proficiency.

Outside of my work, I enjoy exploring innovative content strategies and leveraging artificial intelligence in my creative processes. I’m all about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling to engage audiences and enhance brand communication.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer / Visual Content Creator at Espaço Casa
October 5, 2024 - Present
Currently working in the Marketing Department of Espaço Casa, a multinational retail company, as a photographer and visual content creator. Responsible for creating photography and video content for digital communication, brand promotion, product presentation and social media. My work includes image capture, visual composition, editing, content adaptation and production of visual assets aligned with brand, product and marketing objectives.
Motorsport Photographer at Caramulo Motorfestival
September 4, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Automotive event photography coverage of Caramulo Motorfestival, focused on classic cars, sports cars, motorsport atmosphere, vehicle details and community moments. Responsible for photography, image selection and editing, with attention to composition, timing, detail and visual storytelling.

Education

Automotive Mechanics Course at Ongoing
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Drone Pilot Certificate at Open Category A1/A3 (EASA)
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Automotive Mechanics Course at Ongoing
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Drone Pilot Certificate at Open Category A1/A3 (EASA)
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Qualifications

Training in Digital Marketing and Neuromarketing
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Training in Digital Marketing and Neuromarketing
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    paper Caramulo Motorfestival Photography

    Photography coverage of Caramulo Motorfestival, focused on capturing classic cars, sports cars, motorsport atmosphere, vehicle details, event lifestyle and the passion of the automotive community.

    This project highlights my experience in automotive event photography, combining documentary coverage, detail shots, movement, atmosphere and visual storytelling. My work included photographing vehicles, event moments, people, textures, design details and the overall character of the festival.

    The goal was to create strong visual content suitable for portfolio, social media, automotive communication and brand promotion.

    Credit your role(s):
    Photographer
    Automotive Photographer
    Event Photographer
    Motorsport Photographer
    Photo Editor

    paper FPAK Motorsport Photography

    Motorsport photography coverage in events accredited by FPAK, focused on capturing competition atmosphere, vehicle action, driver moments, technical details and the intensity of motorsport environments.

    This project reflects my experience working in official automotive and motorsport contexts, where timing, safety awareness, composition and fast visual decision-making are essential. My work included trackside photography, event coverage, image selection and editing for portfolio, social media and automotive communication purposes.

    Credit your role(s):
    Photographer
    Motorsport Photographer
    Event Photographer
    Automotive Photographer
    Photo Editor

    paper National Drift Championship Photography — CPDRIFT

    Photography coverage of a National Drift Championship event with CPDRIFT, focused on capturing the intensity, speed, atmosphere and technical detail of competitive drift.

    This project included trackside automotive photography, action shots, vehicle details, driver moments and event atmosphere. Working in a motorsport environment requires timing, safety awareness, fast reaction, strong composition and the ability to capture movement with visual impact.

    My role involved photographing the event, selecting the strongest images and editing the final content for portfolio, social media and automotive communication purposes.

    Credit your role(s):
    Photographer
    Motorsport Photographer
    Event Photographer
    Automotive Photographer
    Photo Editor