Hi, I’m Rita Maia from Porto, Portugal. I’ve always been surrounded by art and I’m a creative person who loves to learn, embrace new projects, and constantly challenge myself. I’m passionate about travel and discovering new places, and I enjoy stepping out of my comfort zone to express and share my art around the world.

Rita Maia

Hi, I’m Rita Maia from Porto, Portugal. I’ve always been surrounded by art and I’m a creative person who loves to learn, embrace new projects, and constantly challenge myself. I’m passionate about travel and discovering new places, and I enjoy stepping out of my comfort zone to express and share my art around the world.

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Hi, I’m Rita Maia from Porto, Portugal. I’ve always been surrounded by art and I’m a creative person who loves to learn, embrace new projects, and constantly challenge myself.

I’m passionate about travel and discovering new places, and I enjoy stepping out of my comfort zone to express and share my art around the world.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Content Creator at Freelance
September 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
As a freelancer, I worked on various independent projects focused on visual and video content for social media. I developed short-form videos, graphics, and motion pieces, combining storytelling, editing, and design to create engaging digital content.
Bookseller at Papa-Livros bookshop
December 31, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Assisted customers, managed stock, and supported store events; helped with displays and promotions.
Professional Dancer at Kale Dance Company
January 1, 2021 - October 5, 2025
Responsible for merchandising and promotional activities in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Professional Dancer at Kale Dance Company
September 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Dancer at KALE Dance Company
December 31, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Performed as a dancer with KALE Dance Company; contributed to choreography and stage performances.
Bookseller at Papa-Livros bookshop
December 31, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Customer service, sales and events coordination at a local bookstore.
Promotional Activities Assistant at MARS, Incorporated
July 31, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Supported promotional activities, merchandising and campaigns for product launches.
Event/Community Assistant at IEFP - Porto Social Forum
September 30, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Assisted in organizing and supporting the social forum events and outreach.
Operations Assistant at Lusiaves
February 1, 2025 - Present
Supported day-to-day operations and coordination tasks.
Professional Dancer at KALE Dance Company
January 1, 2021 - Present
Professional dancer involved in performances and productions.
Bookseller at Papa-Livros bookshop
January 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Merchandiser at Papa-Livros bookshop
January 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Marketing/Promotions at MARS, Incorporated
July 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
IEFP - Porto Social Forum Participant at IEFP
September 1, 2025 - Present
Logistics/Operations at Lusiaves
February 1, 2025 - Present
Chulé at Chulé
December 1, 2024 - Present

Education

Master's Degree in Editing and Audiovisual Production at FX Barcelona Film School
October 1, 2025 - August 31, 2026
Currently pursuing a Master’s degree focused on video editing, post-production, and motion design, where I’m enhancing both my technical and creative skills. The program allows me to combine artistic direction with storytelling and visual experimentation — essential tools for producing compelling motion content.
Bachelor's Degree in Multimedia at Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design
September 1, 2021 - July 31, 2024
Completed a degree centered on multimedia production, including video editing, animation, design, and audiovisual storytelling. It was during this time that I discovered my passion for motion design and developed a strong foundation in Adobe Creative Suite and post-production workflows.
Dance Education at Ginasiano Dance School
September 1, 2007 - August 31, 2021
Bachelor's Degree in Multimedia Exchange Programs at Norway (2017), Poland (2018), Spain (2019)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Artistic Dance Education at Ginasiano Dance School
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2021
Science and Technology at Escola Secundária Almeida Garrett
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Current studies in Media Arts and Design at Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
FX Barcelona Film School at FX Barcelona Film School
January 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia at Unknown Institution
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Dance Education at Ginasiano Dance School
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2021
Higher Education in Media Arts and Design at Escola Superior de Media Artes e Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
FX Barcelona Film School Program at FX Barcelona Film School
January 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025

Qualifications

Exchange program - Norway
February 1, 2017 - February 15, 2017
Exchange program - Poland
January 1, 2018 - January 15, 2018
Exchange program - Spain
February 1, 2019 - February 15, 2019
Master’s Degree course in Editing and Audio Visual Production
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Driving license B1 (own car)
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Master’s Degree in Editing and Audiovisual Production
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Driving license
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Driving license B1
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other, Retail