I am a film director, video editor and VFX artist with 8 years of experience in filmmaking, videography and special effects, both in long-format feature films and short-format advertising products. In 2023, I directed and produced my first feature film "BEST COP EVER", undertaking all creative and production roles myself. Beyond film, I enjoy wild camping, trail running, 3D printing, and drawing concept art. I started my own production company early on to pursue my passion projects and gained hands-on experience across all production and post-production fields. My work has been internationally recognized for directing and special effects, despite limited financial support, showing my dedication and versatility.

João Bruno Moura Silva

I am a film director, video editor and VFX artist with 8 years of experience in filmmaking, videography and special effects, both in long-format feature films and short-format advertising products. In 2023, I directed and produced my first feature film "BEST COP EVER", undertaking all creative and production roles myself. Beyond film, I enjoy wild camping, trail running, 3D printing, and drawing concept art. I started my own production company early on to pursue my passion projects and gained hands-on experience across all production and post-production fields. My work has been internationally recognized for directing and special effects, despite limited financial support, showing my dedication and versatility.

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I am a film director, video editor and VFX artist with 8 years of experience in filmmaking, videography and special effects, both in long-format feature films and short-format advertising products. In 2023, I directed and produced my first feature film “BEST COP EVER”, undertaking all creative and production roles myself. Beyond film, I enjoy wild camping, trail running, 3D printing, and drawing concept art.

I started my own production company early on to pursue my passion projects and gained hands-on experience across all production and post-production fields. My work has been internationally recognized for directing and special effects, despite limited financial support, showing my dedication and versatility.

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Language

English
Advanced
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Director, Videographer, VFX artist at Self(FreeLance), Porto
January 1, 2012 - Present
Responsible for video editing using Adobe Premiere and Sony Vegas, motion graphics and VFX via After Effects, NUKE, and Boujou. Skilled in 3D modeling and simulation with Blender, 3DS Max, and Cinema 4D. Handled directing, filming, prop-mastering/building, and concept art creation in paper and digital formats including Adobe Photoshop.
2nd Lieutenant at Portuguese Army, Mafra
January 31, 2024 - July 13, 2025
Performed training, command, and planning duties. Assisted in editing official recruitment video products for social media platforms.
Software Developer at Volkswagen group, Losch Digital Lab, Porto
February 28, 2025 - July 13, 2025
Developed and maintained on-demand mobility software. Edited advertisement video products for social media and conventions.

Education

Master's Degree at University of Porto - FCUP
September 1, 2014 - July 31, 2020

Qualifications

Officer Course, Portuguese Army
November 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021
Special Operations Course - Portuguese Army
August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other