Hi, I’m Diogo Francisco Adegas Ribeirinha. I’m a Portuguese professional who grew up in the north and moved to Coimbra to finish my studies and begin my career. I’m creative, organized, and focused, and I love solving problems, streamlining systems, and ensuring everyone is happy with the results. I’m passionate about learning and sharing knowledge. Over the years I’ve built experience as an interpreter, trainer, radio host, event producer and culture producer, always aiming to connect people through clear communication and engaging experiences. I enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver impactful projects across media, education and events.

Diogo Francisco Adegas Ribeirinha

Hi, I’m Diogo Francisco Adegas Ribeirinha. I’m a Portuguese professional who grew up in the north and moved to Coimbra to finish my studies and begin my career. I’m creative, organized, and focused, and I love solving problems, streamlining systems, and ensuring everyone is happy with the results. I’m passionate about learning and sharing knowledge. Over the years I’ve built experience as an interpreter, trainer, radio host, event producer and culture producer, always aiming to connect people through clear communication and engaging experiences. I enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver impactful projects across media, education and events.

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Hi, I’m Diogo Francisco Adegas Ribeirinha. I’m a Portuguese professional who grew up in the north and moved to Coimbra to finish my studies and begin my career. I’m creative, organized, and focused, and I love solving problems, streamlining systems, and ensuring everyone is happy with the results.

I’m passionate about learning and sharing knowledge. Over the years I’ve built experience as an interpreter, trainer, radio host, event producer and culture producer, always aiming to connect people through clear communication and engaging experiences. I enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver impactful projects across media, education and events.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Intérprete Profissional & Formador at Teleperformance
March 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026
Recrutado para o projecto Language Line Solutions (EUA) em regime de teletrabalho, com formação técnica para interpretação consecutiva Inglês-Português em contexto médico, com mais de 5000 horas de interpretação e média de qualidade de 98%. Colaborou na construção de dossiers linguísticos e formou novos intérpretes em 2025.
Locutor, Formador, Coordenador de Marketing e Programador Cultural at Rádio Universidade de Coimbra
September 1, 2022 - Present
Iniciou atividade na RUC em 2022, coordenando um programa de autor, dois programas de equipa e dirigindo projetos internos. Foi Coordenador do Departamento de Marketing (2022-2023), apoiando comunicação com entidades externas e criando protocolos de publicidade. Participa na formação de novos locutores e na programação de eventos na RUC, incluindo Palco RUC na Queima das Fitas de Coimbra (2025).
Assistente de Bar, Programador e Produtor Cultural at Aqui Base Tango
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Trabalhou no staff de bar com reposição, limpeza, serviço e apoio à gerência; atuou na produção de eventos culturais (concertos, DJ sets), apoio técnico, gestão de redes sociais e fotografia; envolvido na programação de eventos culturais.
Promotor de Marcas de Caridade em Door 2 Door at Yupi! It’s Possible
August 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020
Formação em Marketing Direto, promoção e angariação de doações para Amnistia Internacional e UNICEF, com foco em objetivos, construção de relações profissionais e análise de dados.
Tradutor e Assistente de Produção e Programação at Caminhos do Cinema Português
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Colaboração na tradução de comunicação, legendagem e materiais promocionais; liderou a equipa nessas tarefas; apoio mediático e manutenção de protocolos com entidades culturais.
Produtor de Eventos at Nintendo de Portugal
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Produção e programação de eventos de cultura pop em Portugal; estabeleceu ligações entre colectivos e Nintendo; apoio logístico, comunicação e direção de eventos (Lisbon Games Week, MOCHE XL, Iberanime, Dia Mais Geek, Comic Con Porto, entre outros).
Ator, Encenador, Guionista e Tradutor at Associação Cultural Thíasos e FESTEA – Festival de Teatro Clássico
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Atuação em produções teatrais, encenação de duas peças, escrita e adaptação de guiões, apoio cénico e sonoro; monitor de Cultura Clássica em escolas portuguesas e em eventos internacionais.
Professional Interpreter & Trainer at Teleperformance
March 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026
Provided professional-level Portuguese (European and Brazilian) into English interpretation for LanguageLine Solutions (under Teleperformance), with over 5,000 hours of consecutive interpretation for both phone and video. Achieved an average quality score of 98%. Specialized in medical/healthcare contexts and in legal, technical and bureaucratic domains such as insurance and banking. Conducted research on cultural practices, linguistic differences and historical/political contexts between the USA, Brazil, the UK and Portugal. In 2025 served as Trainer for new interpreters, developing linguistic proficiency, communication skills and familiarity with company systems.
Radio Host, Trainer, Cultural Coordinator and Lead of Marketing at Rádio Universidade de Coimbra
September 1, 2022 - Present
Completed 9 months of radio host training in 2022, hosting a weekly hour-long show and leading teams and content produced by RUC. Supported marketing efforts in 2022/2023, establishing professional relationships with cultural and business entities nationwide, and helping craft publicity plans and packages to solidify RUC’s market image. In 2024-2025 began training new radio students. Produced Palco RUC festival in 2025, a four-day event featuring European artists as part of Queima das Fitas de Coimbra.
Barkeep, Curator and Cultural Producer at Aqui Base Tango
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Part of the bartending team; provided bar services, prepared drinks and food, stocked and organized the space, and assisted with management. Contributed to the production and curation of multiple cultural events, from small festivals to corporate events, primarily in the music and pop culture spheres.
Door 2 Door Brand Ambassador at YUPI! IT’S POSSIBLE
August 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Brand Ambassador training to assist human rights organizations such as Amnesty International and UNICEF under the Yupi! It’s Possible brand.
Translator and Producer at Caminhos do Cinema Português
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Translated European Portuguese to English materials for Caminhos do Cinema Português, leading a team of translators and assisting with proofreading and formatting. Participated in festival production logistics and communications to ensure successful festival operations.
Event Coordinator & Ambassador at Nintendo of Portugal
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Coordinated gaming and cultural events with local and national groups, handling logistics and on-site production. Strengthened connections between Nintendo of Portugal and partner groups, and supported the coordination and production of events like MOCHE XL Gaming, Lisbon Games Week, and Comic Con Porto.
Barkeep and Restaurant Server at Restaurante Há Brasa Adegas
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Barkeep and server supporting restaurant operations, assisting with management tasks as needed.
Actor, Director, Translator at Associação Cultural Thíasos e FestEA – Festival de Teatro Clássico
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Performer and scenic director in multiple theatre productions; translated and created materials for FESTEA and taught elementary school students about Classical Greek and Roman theatre and mythology.

Education

Licenciatura em Estudos Artísticos at Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Mestrado em Literaturas, Culturas e Línguas Modernas at Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts at Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Master's degree in Literatures, Cultures and Modern Languages at Faculdade de Letras da Universidade de Coimbra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

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