I am João Oliveira Ferreira, a dedicated Communication Designer and professor with a passion for art, teaching, and martial arts. Over the years, I have grown my professional skills by working with diverse groups, including adults and children, helping them improve through discipline, respect, and teamwork. My experience ranges from designing and mural painting to teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu across multiple gyms in Portugal and internationally in Italy. I find great joy in combining creativity with discipline. Managing teaching responsibilities alongside artistic projects has honed my capabilities in communication, organization, and relationship building. I am a hardworking individual, committed to continuous learning and excellence in my craft and specialty areas, whether in education, design, or martial arts.

João Oliveira Ferreira

I am João Oliveira Ferreira, a dedicated Communication Designer and professor with a passion for art, teaching, and martial arts. Over the years, I have grown my professional skills by working with diverse groups, including adults and children, helping them improve through discipline, respect, and teamwork. My experience ranges from designing and mural painting to teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu across multiple gyms in Portugal and internationally in Italy. I find great joy in combining creativity with discipline. Managing teaching responsibilities alongside artistic projects has honed my capabilities in communication, organization, and relationship building. I am a hardworking individual, committed to continuous learning and excellence in my craft and specialty areas, whether in education, design, or martial arts.

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I am João Oliveira Ferreira, a dedicated Communication Designer and professor with a passion for art, teaching, and martial arts. Over the years, I have grown my professional skills by working with diverse groups, including adults and children, helping them improve through discipline, respect, and teamwork. My experience ranges from designing and mural painting to teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu across multiple gyms in Portugal and internationally in Italy.

I find great joy in combining creativity with discipline. Managing teaching responsibilities alongside artistic projects has honed my capabilities in communication, organization, and relationship building. I am a hardworking individual, committed to continuous learning and excellence in my craft and specialty areas, whether in education, design, or martial arts.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Professor de Jiu-Jitsu Brasileiro at SampaioBJJ
January 1, 2020 - Present
Teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to both adults and children in three gyms, including managing cross-location classes and responsibilities. Also taught extracurricular classes in a kindergarten for 4 years. Developed skills in discipline, respect, teamwork, and working under pressure.
Delegado Comercial at NOS Empresas
December 31, 2017 - August 28, 2025
Handled commercial delegation tasks including client relationship management, sales, and organizational duties.
Colaborador de Loja at Decathlon
January 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Customer service, teamwork, organization of sales activities, and maintaining store operations.
Estafeta at Burguer King
December 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Responsible for deliveries, managing communication under pressure, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Militar at Marinha de Guerra Portuguesa
January 1, 2020 - August 28, 2025
Served in the Portuguese Navy, gaining extensive discipline, responsibility, and teamwork experience over two years.
Pintor Industrial at Incomef Engineering
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Completed industrial painting tasks including working with ferro/alumínio and welding prior to promotion to painter. Managed responsibility, client relations, communication, and worked effectively under spontaneous pressure.
Colaborador de Loja at Aldi
January 1, 2018 - August 28, 2025
Customer relations, teamwork, organization of the store, and supporting sales with Excel for inventory and planning.
Nadador Salvador
January 1, 2017 - August 28, 2025
Lifeguard duties ensuring swimmer safety and emergency preparedness.
Empregado de Mesa at Restaurante Bacalhau
January 1, 2014 - Present
Waiter providing customer service, maintaining professionalism and hospitality standards.

Education

Degree in Communication Design at Escola Superior de Artes e Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Faixa Preta de Jiu-Jitsu Brasileiro
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality