I am a Portuguese graphic designer with over 20 years of experience across various roles in the industry. My journey has taken me through Portugal, the UK, and France, allowing me to collaborate with clients from diverse backgrounds. I thrive on crafting unique brand concepts and ensuring meticulous attention to detail in every project I undertake.…

Ângela Calheiros

I am a Portuguese graphic designer with over 20 years of experience across various roles in the industry. My journey has taken me through Portugal, the UK, and France, allowing me to collaborate with clients from diverse backgrounds. I thrive on crafting unique brand concepts and ensuring meticulous attention to detail in every project I undertake.…

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I am a Portuguese graphic designer with over 20 years of experience across various roles in the industry. My journey has taken me through Portugal, the UK, and France, allowing me to collaborate with clients from diverse backgrounds. I thrive on crafting unique brand concepts and ensuring meticulous attention to detail in every project I undertake.

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Language

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

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at LND’ART
January 1, 2002 - December 30, 2010
Graphic imagery for Classical Music Festival: LND’ART (Morzine/Montriond), France. Focusing on branding, posters and promotional visuals since 2013.
Graphic Designer at OPERA FABER
January 1, 2000 - September 12, 2011
Graphic design for OPERA FABER festival events in Ponte de Lima, Portugal.
Founding Partner at XPTO DESIGN LDA
January 1, 2002 - December 30, 2010
Founding partner of a Porto-based design studio, working on branding and communication design.
Designer at STUDIO ANDREW HOWARD - www.studioandrewhoward.com
January 1, 1998 - September 12, 2002
Designer; responsible for clients including Museu de Serralves, Centro Português de Fotografia, Museu Soares dos Reis, FNAC, etc.
Designer at Atelier JOÃO NUNES - www.ateliernunesepa.pt
January 1, 1995 - September 12, 1998
Designer; clients included Teatro Nacional de São João, EDA Açores, RAR, Açoreana Seguros, SATA, CINCA, etc.
Designer consultant and Event/Exhibition Organizer at SOLARES DE PORTUGAL
January 1, 2000 - September 12, 2025
Organization of photographic exhibitions (SOLARES DE PORTUGAL) in Vigo and Lisbon; producing Books and graphic materials since 2000
Participant at “PERSONAL VIEWS” - ESAD
January 1, 2009 - September 12, 2009
Participation in international graphic design conferences 'Personal Views' at ESAD - School of Arts and Design - MATOSINHOS, Portugal
collaboration at EXPO 98 (Lisbon World Exhibition)
September 12, 1998 - Present
Development and coordination of the World Exhibition in Porto (In collaboration with the Designer Henrique Cayatte, Atelier João Nunes e Museu Soares dos Reis)
Senior Independent Designer at BOAVISTA FILMES - Porto - Portugal
September 12, 2021 - Present
Responsible for the Graphic Design department
Assistant Graphic Designer at WOLFF OLINS - LONDON - www.wolffolins.com
October 15, 1993 - December 15, 1993
Only internship accepted and actively participating in the image concept for ICEP (Portuguese Ministry of Tourism)
Founding Partner at XPTO DESIGN LDA
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Co-founded a design studio in Porto offering branding, packaging, print and exhibition design. Worked with clients such as Museu de Serralves, Centro Português de Fotografia, Museu Soares dos Reis and FNAC. Led projects from concept through production.
Designer at STUDIO ANDREW HOWARD
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Designer contributing to design projects for cultural institutions and other clients, developing visual systems and campaigns.
Designer at Atelier João Nunes
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Provided design services for Teatro Nacional de São João and other clients including EDA Açores, RAR, Açoreana Seguros, SATA; worked on branding, print and packaging.
Graphic Designer at BOAVISTA FILMES
January 1, 2013 - Present
Worked as a freelance graphic designer providing design consultation for various organizations, including A3ES and ADRIL.
Designer at STUDIO ANDREW HOWARD
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2002
Worked with significant clients such as Museu de Serralves and FNAC, focusing on various design projects.
Designer at Atelier JOÃO NUNES
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
Responsible for design projects for various cultural institutions.
Intern at WOLFF OLINS
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995
Participated in image concept development for the Portuguese Ministry of Tourism.

Education

Graphic Design degree at Bournemouth University, UK
October 15, 1992 - July 15, 1995
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Salisbury College of Art and Design, UK (with school exchange experience at the French Art & Design College of Amiens)
September 1, 1991 - July 15, 1992
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Salisbury College of Art and Design - UK
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Exchange Program at French Art & Design College of Amiens
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
National Diploma in Graphic Design at Bournemouth University - UK
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Salisbury College of Art and Design, UK
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Exchange program in Graphic Design at French Art & Design College of Amiens
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
National Diploma in Graphic Design at Bournemouth University, UK
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Graphic Design Degree at Bournemouth University
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1993
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Salisbury College of Art and Design
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1990
Graphic Design Degree at Bournemouth University
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Salisbury College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
School exchange experience at French Art & Design College of Amiens
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Qualifications

Senior Independent Designer, Portugal
October 15, 1993 - December 15, 1993
WOLFF OLINS - LONDON - www.wolffolins.com Only internship accepted and actively participating in the image concept for ICEP (Portuguese Ministry of Tourism)
Graphic Design Degree
October 15, 1992 - July 15, 1995
Bournemouth University, UK
National Diploma in Graphic Design
September 15, 1991 - July 15, 1992
Salisbury College of Art and Design - UK School exchange experience with French Art & Design College of Amiens

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Other