I am a passionate designer with experience since 1991, specializing in editorial, communication, exhibitions, web, and branding projects. I work at Lisbon City Hall as well as freelancing for several companies, bringing creativity and professionalism to every project. I enjoy combining my skills in various design domains to create engaging visual communication. Born and raised in Portugal, I have a strong dedication to my craft, continually expanding my knowledge from traditional arts to digital tools. I love traveling, riding my motorcycle, visiting exhibitions, and surfing, which inspire my creative work and balanced lifestyle.

Catarina Amaro da Costa

I am a passionate designer with experience since 1991, specializing in editorial, communication, exhibitions, web, and branding projects. I work at Lisbon City Hall as well as freelancing for several companies, bringing creativity and professionalism to every project. I enjoy combining my skills in various design domains to create engaging visual communication. Born and raised in Portugal, I have a strong dedication to my craft, continually expanding my knowledge from traditional arts to digital tools. I love traveling, riding my motorcycle, visiting exhibitions, and surfing, which inspire my creative work and balanced lifestyle.

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I am a passionate designer with experience since 1991, specializing in editorial, communication, exhibitions, web, and branding projects. I work at Lisbon City Hall as well as freelancing for several companies, bringing creativity and professionalism to every project. I enjoy combining my skills in various design domains to create engaging visual communication.

Born and raised in Portugal, I have a strong dedication to my craft, continually expanding my knowledge from traditional arts to digital tools. I love traveling, riding my motorcycle, visiting exhibitions, and surfing, which inspire my creative work and balanced lifestyle.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Designer (Comunication, exhibitions, web and editorial) at UCCLA - Union of Capital Cities of Portuguese Language
January 1, 2017 - Present
Lead design initiatives focused on communication, exhibitions, web content, and editorial projects to support the union of Portuguese Language capitals.
Designer and Senior Designer (Comunication, exhibitions, web and editorial) at Lisbon City Hall
January 1, 2016 - Present
Developed and executed design projects including communications, exhibitions, web design, and editorial works serving the city hall and its departments.
Editorial Designer at Dislire Editions, Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 2018 - Present
Focused on editorial design, contributing to publication layouts and visual presentation of various editorial projects.
Editorial Designer at Alfarroba Publisher, Alchochete, Portugal
August 1, 2010 - Present
Produced editorial designs supporting the publishing house’s projects in layout and visual content creation.
Editorial Designer at LisboèteMag - PitaAcrobatica, Lisboa, Portugal
February 1, 2024 - Present
Managed editorial designs for the magazine, including creative layouts and visual storytelling for various editions.
Senior Designer (Communication, exhibitions, web and editorial) at UCCLA - Union of Capital Cities of Portuguese Language
January 1, 2017 - Present
Responsible for design across communication, exhibitions, web and editorial projects in a multicultural environment connecting Portuguese-speaking capitals. Delivered senior design expertise and led creative projects to strengthen brand and communication strategies.
Designer and Senior Designer (Communication, exhibitions, web and editorial) at Lisbon City Hall
January 1, 2016 - Present
Handled various design projects for city communication, including exhibitions, web design, and editorial materials. Contributed significantly to public communication efforts with creative visual assets and design leadership.
Editorial Designer at Dislire Editions, Lisbon, Portugal
August 1, 2010 - Present
Created editorial designs for book and publication projects, focusing on layout, graphics, and visual coherence to enhance readers’ experience and publication aesthetics.
Editorial Designer at Alfarroba Publisher, Alchochete, Portugal
January 1, 2018 - Present
Designed editorial content including books and printed materials, collaborating closely with editorial teams to deliver high-quality visual publications.
Editorial Designer at LisboèteMag - PitaAcrobatica, Lisbon, Portugal
February 1, 2024 - Present
Produced editorial designs for the magazine, managing layout, typography, and visual elements to meet editorial standards and audience appeal.

Education

Art Expertise - higher education course specializing at ESAD - Higher School of Decorative Arts of Ricardo Espirito Santo Foundations, Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor degree - Portuguese decorative arts at ESAD - Higher School of Decorative Arts of Ricardo Espirito Santo Foundations, Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Photography in graphic arts at Municipal Press, Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1992
Art Expertise - higher education course specializing at ESAD - Higher School of Decorative Arts of Ricardo Espirito Santo Foundations, Lisbon, Portugal
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor degree - Portuguese decorative arts at ESAD - Higher School of Decorative Arts of Ricardo Espirito Santo Foundations, Lisbon, Portugal
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Photography in graphic arts at Municipal Press, Lisbon, Portugal
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

Conservation and restoration of furniture professional internship
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Art of woodworking - professional course
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Video operator course
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Conservation and restoration photography
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Conservation and restoration of furniture professional internship
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Art of woodworking - professional course
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Video operator course
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025
Conservation and restoration photography
January 11, 2030 - August 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Other