Hi, I'm Maria, a creative professional passionate about video editing, illustration, and animation. With a strong foundation in visual storytelling and project management, I love bringing ideas to life through engaging content. I'm also the founder of La Merry Marie, where I combine my love for audiovisual and Portuguese cultural identity. I enjoy working independently and collaborating with teams to create impactful projects.…

MARIA MARTINS

Hi, I'm Maria, a creative professional passionate about video editing, illustration, and animation. With a strong foundation in visual storytelling and project management, I love bringing ideas to life through engaging content. I'm also the founder of La Merry Marie, where I combine my love for audiovisual and Portuguese cultural identity. I enjoy working independently and collaborating with teams to create impactful projects.…

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Hi, I’m Maria, a creative professional passionate about video editing, illustration, and animation. With a strong foundation in visual storytelling and project management, I love bringing ideas to life through engaging content. I’m also the founder of La Merry Marie, where I combine my love for audiovisual and Portuguese cultural identity. I enjoy working independently and collaborating with teams to create impactful projects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at CRFT Productions
January 1, 2024 - Present
Editing footage to create engaging e-learning short courses for LinkedIn and Udemy. Sourcing b-roll and stock footage from online libraries to enhance visual storytelling. Utilize Frame.io, Canva, and Notion for collaboration and file management.
Freelance Animator at MGFamiliar
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produced and animated a video about how to deal with stress as the 1st episode of an animated health education series.
Co-producer, Character Designer, Video Editor, and 2D Animator at The Man Who Loved Flowers
December 31, 2023 - July 15, 2025
Worked as a part of a small team to create an animated short film. Used Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, Toon Boom, Microsoft Office, and Google Documents.
Assistant Animator at Plates on Oma’s Wall
December 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Assisted a graduate production by animating roughs in Toon Boom Harmony.
Assistant Animator for Clean-Up at Middle Watch
December 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Completed a Clean-Up Artist internship in the 2023 BAFTA-nominated short, Middle Watch. A collaborative project between industry expert John Stevenson and Falmouth University graduate Aiesha Penward.
Founder at La Merry Marie
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founded an online handmade stationery business inspired by Portuguese culture, using mixed media. Filmed and edited promotional content; developed brand identity including logo, website, packaging, core values, and social media presence; developed a financial plan catered towards e-commerce.
Founder & Creative Director at La Merry Marie
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founded an independent stationery brand inspired by Portuguese culture, developed brand identity, visual language, packaging, and managed e-commerce strategy.
Freelance Illustrator at Luna em Terras de Santa Maria
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed visual language and illustrations for a children's musical production and created promotional visual assets for digital and social media.
Freelance Animator at MGFamiliar Lda
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Produced and animated an educational video on mental health awareness using Procreate and Adobe Animate.
Co-Producer & Animator at The Man Who Loved Flowers
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Co-produced and animated an award-nominated short film end-to-end, handling character design, video editing, and 2D animation.
Clean-Up Artist (Internship) at Middle Watch
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Contributed as Clean-Up Artist on a BAFTA-nominated short, working alongside industry professionals.

Education

BA (Hons) Animation Production at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
BA (Hons) Sound and Image at Portuguese Catholic University of Porto
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Harriet Craig’s Award for Film and Animation at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
José Luís Novaes Award at Portuguese Catholic University of Porto
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
BA (HONS) ANIMATION PRODUCTION at Unknown Institution
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
BA (HONS) SOUND AND IMAGE at Unknown Institution
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Certified Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider)
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
Harriet Craig's Award for Film and Animation
January 1, 2023 - May 22, 2026
José Luís Novaes Award
January 1, 2020 - May 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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