I'm Diogo Pessoa de Andrade, a Portuguese independent filmmaker based in Lisbon, working as a producer, director, cinematographer (DoP), and videographer / videomaker. I specialize in creative visual storytelling that captivates audiences through entertainment, education, and impactful communication. With over 20 years of experience and reliable local and international networks, I collaborate globally with national and international brands, production companies, production agencies, and independent artists on films, reportage, advertising, music videos, promotional content, informative campaigns, and corporate videos. I work with both local and international film crews, offering tailored top production teams or the flexibility to work independently, ensuring best-in-class professional film and video production and post-production services in Portugal and beyond for every project. With access to state-of-the-art film and video equipment and professional studios in Lisbon, Porto, and Faro/Algarve, I provide the resources needed to bring your vision to life. Leveraging my in-depth knowledge of Portugal’s diverse locations and stunning landscapes, I help productions capture the perfect scenes, showcasing the country’s versatility, natural beauty, cultural heritage, and its people. My services are available throughout Portugal and internationally.

Diogo Andrade

I'm Diogo Pessoa de Andrade, a Portuguese independent filmmaker based in Lisbon, working as a producer, director, cinematographer (DoP), and videographer / videomaker. I specialize in creative visual storytelling that captivates audiences through entertainment, education, and impactful communication. With over 20 years of experience and reliable local and international networks, I collaborate globally with national and international brands, production companies, production agencies, and independent artists on films, reportage, advertising, music videos, promotional content, informative campaigns, and corporate videos. I work with both local and international film crews, offering tailored top production teams or the flexibility to work independently, ensuring best-in-class professional film and video production and post-production services in Portugal and beyond for every project. With access to state-of-the-art film and video equipment and professional studios in Lisbon, Porto, and Faro/Algarve, I provide the resources needed to bring your vision to life. Leveraging my in-depth knowledge of Portugal’s diverse locations and stunning landscapes, I help productions capture the perfect scenes, showcasing the country’s versatility, natural beauty, cultural heritage, and its people. My services are available throughout Portugal and internationally.

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I’m Diogo Pessoa de Andrade, a Portuguese independent filmmaker based in Lisbon, working as a producer, director, cinematographer (DoP), and videographer / videomaker. I specialize in creative visual storytelling that captivates audiences through entertainment, education, and impactful communication.

With over 20 years of experience and reliable local and international networks, I collaborate globally with national and international brands, production companies, production agencies, and independent artists on films, reportage, advertising, music videos, promotional content, informative campaigns, and corporate videos. I work with both local and international film crews, offering tailored top production teams or the flexibility to work independently, ensuring best-in-class professional film and video production and post-production services in Portugal and beyond for every project.

With access to state-of-the-art film and video equipment and professional studios in Lisbon, Porto, and Faro/Algarve, I provide the resources needed to bring your vision to life. Leveraging my in-depth knowledge of Portugal’s diverse locations and stunning landscapes, I help productions capture the perfect scenes, showcasing the country’s versatility, natural beauty, cultural heritage, and its people. My services are available throughout Portugal and internationally.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Media Department Coordinator at North-South Centre - The Council of Europe
June 1, 2012 - June 1, 2012
Responsible for the media department at the University on Youth and Development. Produced audiovisual and multimedia content for promotion and communication for the University on Youth and Development, including coordinating a 10-day international youth training course in Molina, Spain.
Audiovisual and Multimedia Content Creator at Mário Soares Foundation, Portugal
June 1, 2004 - June 1, 2004
Produced audiovisual and multimedia content including interactive multimedia applications and web design to present and distribute materials from the archive for different digital platforms.
Engine Cadet at SOPONATA - Portuguese Tanker Ships Society
February 1, 2002 - February 1, 2002
Maintenance of all the systems onboard ship. Learning how to strip an engine and inspect components. Tracing out some of the different systems onboard.

Education

Master in cinema studies (not completed) at Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias
January 1, 2008 - November 12, 2025
HD Digital Cinema Certificate at HFF Film & Television University “Konrad Wolf”
January 1, 2008 - November 12, 2025
Diploma, Digital Cinema at Observatorio de Cine
January 1, 2006 - November 12, 2025
Diploma, Audiovisual Financing and Commercialisation at French National Audiovisual Institute and Paris 1 Sorbonne
January 1, 2006 - November 12, 2025
Bachelor, Mechanical Engineering at Escola Superior Náutica Infante D. Henrique
January 1, 2001 - November 12, 2025

Qualifications

HD Digital Cinema
January 1, 2008 - November 12, 2025
Diploma, Digital Cinema
January 1, 2006 - November 12, 2025
Diploma, Audiovisual Financing and Commercialisation
January 1, 2006 - November 12, 2025
Bachelor, Mechanical Engineering
January 1, 2001 - November 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other