In 2006, I started my film career in Almada and Lisbon where I dedicated myself to the art of image, photographing, creating logos, illustrations, video editing, sound design, joining influences, knowledge and falling in love with the magic of cut. Video Editing is to dare with the senses; it's to build a piece that aligns sensations to the visual, sounds and gestures. It's a work of not knowing and inner adjustment. It gives life to the videos, thus it needs to select the best way to present content – to choose the best music, the best scene, the best set of images for each job. A continuous search for the perfect aesthetic. The hard work of days, where inspiration is vital.…

Diana Espadinha Cruz

In 2006, I started my film career in Almada and Lisbon where I dedicated myself to the art of image, photographing, creating logos, illustrations, video editing, sound design, joining influences, knowledge and falling in love with the magic of cut. Video Editing is to dare with the senses; it's to build a piece that aligns sensations to the visual, sounds and gestures. It's a work of not knowing and inner adjustment. It gives life to the videos, thus it needs to select the best way to present content – to choose the best music, the best scene, the best set of images for each job. A continuous search for the perfect aesthetic. The hard work of days, where inspiration is vital.…

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In 2006, I started my film career in Almada and Lisbon where I dedicated myself to the art of image, photographing, creating logos, illustrations, video editing, sound design, joining influences, knowledge and falling in love with the magic of cut.

Video Editing is to dare with the senses; it’s to build a piece that aligns sensations to the visual, sounds and gestures. It’s a work of not knowing and inner adjustment. It gives life to the videos, thus it needs to select the best way to present content – to choose the best music, the best scene, the best set of images for each job. A continuous search for the perfect aesthetic. The hard work of days, where inspiration is vital.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Editor at Self-employed
January 1, 2008 - Present
Freelance video editor with work across TV shows, on-air promotions, documentaries and film projects. Proficient with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and After Effects.
Photographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2006 - Present
Freelance photographer since 2006 with portrait, event and editorial work, developing a broad visual storytelling practice.
Video Editor (VTs) at Shine Iberia
July 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Worked on 'Super Estrelas' for RTP1 and other TV promo/content projects as video editor and sound designer.
Video Editor at Endemol Portugal
January 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024
Edited promos and VT sequences for 'Big Brother' (Desafio Final) on TVI.
Video Editor at SP Televisão
October 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Edited VT content for 'Os Eleitos' (OPTO).
Video Editor at SP Televisão
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Edited VT content for 'Flor Sem Tempo' (SIC).
Video Editor at Mau Mau Mia Produções
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Edited 'Experiências.PT' for Casa e Cozinha.
Video Editor at SP Televisão
August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Worked on 'Sangue Oculto' (SIC) and related VT/Sound Design tasks.
Video Editor at SP Televisão
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Editing for 'Lua de Mel' (SIC).
Video Editor at Mau Mau Mia Produções
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Editing for 'Educando Noa' (Casa e Cozinha).
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Edited 'O Amor Acontece' for TVI; included sound design tasks.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Edited 'Não te Esqueças da Letra' for RTP1; added sound design.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
June 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Edited 'O Noivo É Que Sabe' for SIC; sound design included.
Video Editor at Endemol Portugal
June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Cabelo Pantene - O Sonho for TVI; editing and post tasks.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
February 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
Edited 'Amigos Improváveis' (Famosos) for SIC; sound design.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
December 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Edited 'Amigos Improváveis' for SIC; sound design.
Video Editor at Endemol Portugal
February 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Dança com as Estrelas (TVI); VT editing and sound design.
Video Editor at ZAP / Upstar - Comunicações, S.A.
May 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018
On Air Promotions editing and sound design.
Video Editor at Mares do Sul Produções, Lda.
September 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014
Repórter Infiltrado for +TVI; editing and post work.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
February 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Sabe ou Não Sabe; RTP1.
Video Editor at Económico TV
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Económico TV (short stint).
Video Editor at Eyeworks S.A. - Sucursal em Portugal
September 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013
Portugueses Pelo Mundo (VIII) - RTP1; Esta é a Minha Família - RTP1.
Video Editor at Quadrante Sul Lda.
October 1, 2012 - November 1, 2012
Colégio Vasco da Gama 2012 (DVD).
Video Editor at Económico TV
June 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012
Económico TV; editing.
Video Editor at Quadrante Sul Lda.
May 1, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Seixal Moda 2012.
Assistant Director at Gema Azul Audiovisuais
October 1, 2011 - April 1, 2012
A Conversa dos Outros; RTP2. Also performed video editing and sound design.
Video Editor at Videomedia
July 1, 2011 - October 1, 2011
5 Para A Meia-Noite; RTP2.
Video Editor at Eyeworks - Cuatro Cabezas
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011
U24; RTP1.
Video Editor at Eyeworks S.A. - Sucursal em Portugal
October 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Portugueses Pelo Mundo (II) - RTP1; This is a Portuguese family program.
Video Editor at O2 Produções Audiovisuais Lda
October 1, 2010 - October 1, 2010
SIC - 18 Anos; SIC.
Video Editor at CBV - Produções Televisivas
July 1, 2010 - September 1, 2010
Face Model of the Year; SIC.
Video Editor at O Cubo
March 1, 2010 - July 1, 2010
RTP1.
Video Editor at Quadrante Sul Lda.
December 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009
RSI; Segurança Social.
Video Editor at Quadrante Sul Lda.
December 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009
Havaianas - Soul Collection.
Video Editor at CBV - Produções Televisivas
October 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009
MF - Sarilhos em Casa; SIC.
Video Editor at Companhia de Ideias Anónimas, Comunicação Social, Lda.
June 1, 2009 - October 1, 2009
Sociedade Civil; RTP2.
Video Editor at Medialuso - Produções Para Televisão, Lda.
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Sport Lisboa e Benfica.
Video Editor at Manatim, entretenimento.
July 1, 2008 - October 1, 2008
"Preço Certo" – RTP1; Video Editor for promotions and related VT work.
Video Editor / Sound Designer at Shine Iberia
February 1, 2025 - Present
Editing and sound design for Casados à Primeira Vista (SIC); integrated audio to reinforce emotional storytelling.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
July 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Editor VT for Super Estrelas (RTP1); contributed to rhythm and pacing of on-air material.
Video Editor / Sound Designer at Shine Iberia
April 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Casados à Primeira Vista (SIC) — edited segments and crafted integrated sound design.
Video Editor (VTs) at Endemol Portugal
January 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Big Brother (Desafio Final) — VT editing for deadlines and drama pacing.
Video Editor / Sound Designer at Shine Iberia
June 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
O Amor Acontece — TVI; integrated sound design to heighten emotion.
Video Editor at Amigos Improváveis
December 1, 2019 - February 29, 2020
Amigos Improváveis — SIC; editor for multiple episodes with sound design.
Video Editor at Eyeworks - Cuatro Cabezas
October 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
"Portugueses Pelo Mundo" (II) — RTP1; travel/documentary edits.
Video Editor at Havaianas
December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Soul Collection; short promotional edit.
Camera Operator / Camera Assistant / Video Mixer at Manatim, entretenimento.
July 1, 2008 - October 31, 2008
"Preço Certo” - RTP1; camera and editing support for live/recorded segments.
Freelance Video Editor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2008 - Present
Freelance editor with 16 years experience across TV shows, on-air promos, documentaries and film projects.
Video Editor (VTs) at SP Televisão
April 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Video editing for SIC show 'Casados à Primeira Vista'.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
August 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Edited 'Sangue Oculto' for SIC.
Video Editor at Shine Iberia
May 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Edited 'Lua de Mel' for SIC.
Video Editor at Eyeworks S.A. - Sucursal em Portugal
January 1, 2011 - June 30, 2011
Editor for various RTP1 projects including 'Portugueses Pelo Mundo' (II).

Education

Técnicas Audiovisuais at EPCI Comunicação e Imagem TAV
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Técnicas Audiovisuais (Diploma/Certificate in Visual Techniques) at EPCI Comunicação e Imagem TAV
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009
TAV - Técnicas Audiovisuais at EPCI Comunicação e Imagem
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other

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