Energetic, agile, and solution-driven. My experience in the audiovisual industry has taught me to be highly resourceful and navigate the unpredictable. As a freelancer, I am straightforward, deeply responsible, and never afraid to roll up my sleeves. I seek diverse challenges where I can quickly integrate and deliver results with total dedication. I’m currently focused on freelance video, photography, and live productions, with a passion for storytelling through dynamic visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments and love taking on roles that combine production, direction, and hands-on technical work to bring projects from concept to delivery.

Mariana Cabecinha

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Energetic, agile, and solution-driven. My experience in the audiovisual industry has taught me to be highly resourceful and navigate the unpredictable. As a freelancer, I am straightforward, deeply responsible, and never afraid to roll up my sleeves. I seek diverse challenges where I can quickly integrate and deliver results with total dedication. I’m currently focused on freelance video, photography, and live productions, with a passion for storytelling through dynamic visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments and love taking on roles that combine production, direction, and hands-on technical work to bring projects from concept to delivery.

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Energetic, agile, and solution-driven. My experience in the audiovisual industry has taught me to be highly resourceful and navigate the unpredictable. As a freelancer, I am straightforward, deeply responsible, and never afraid to roll up my sleeves. I seek diverse challenges where I can quickly integrate and deliver results with total dedication.

I’m currently focused on freelance video, photography, and live productions, with a passion for storytelling through dynamic visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments and love taking on roles that combine production, direction, and hands-on technical work to bring projects from concept to delivery.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Event Producer at Sustainability NGO
November 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Led event production for a sustainability-focused NGO in Lisbon, handling budgets, venue sourcing, task allocation, and supplier management. Recruited and managed volunteers, coordinated team needs and motivation to ensure smooth event execution.
Volunteer People & Logistics Manager at Sustainability NGO
September 1, 2025 - Present
Directed people and logistics for volunteer programs, addressing team needs, motivation, and operational support to maximize impact across campaigns and events.
Camera Operator at Jupiter Pixel
January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024
Camera operator and production professional for corporate videos and events. Served as a multi-camera director, set up live streaming (cameras, sound, stage layout and lighting), photographed events, and contributed as video editor and account/project manager with budgeting and equipment logistics.
Freelance Video, Editing and Photography at Freelance
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Self-employed providing videography, editing and photography services for clients in Lisbon. Delivered event coverage, promotional content and brand visuals with a client-focused approach.
Volunteer People & Logistics Manager at Reboot Project (Sustainability NGO)
November 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Event production (budgets, venues sourcing, task allocation, supplier management). Recruiting and managing volunteers. Addressing team needs and motivation.
Camera Operator at Self-Employed / Freelance
September 1, 2025 - Present
Camera operator for production companies and direct clients; setting up and directing live streaming; photography for events and brand content; freelance video editing and photography.
Video Editor / Photographer at Self-Employed (Freelance)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Freelance video editing and photography for corporate and event projects; planning and production support.
Gaffer / Director of Photography at 8H Film Project Lisbon Shorts (Diamante) / A Carne é Fraca
January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024
Cinematography and lighting for short film projects, on-set coordination, camera operation.
Director / Director of Photography / Gaffer at Motel X Festival Lisboa Shorts
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Directed and DP duties for Lisbon Shorts, with on-set lighting and production coordination.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Audiovisual and Multimedia at ESCS - Superior School of Communication and Media
October 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018
High School Diploma in Science and Technology at Colégio Nossa Senhora da Graça
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

Driving License
January 1, 2023 - February 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization