Rui Silva

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Editor at TV Channel (Praia, Cape Verde)
January 1, 2008 - Present
Created fluid narratives by applying visual and sound effects, adjusting color and audio, adding graphics/text, and exporting final projects; collaborated on revisions to meet client needs.
2D & 3D Animation / Virtual Set Designer at Luxembourg-based Studio
June 1, 2009 - Present
Bringing characters and objects to life, creating realistic and expressive movements in 2D/3D software; developing storyboards and concepts to translate ideas into animated scenes for advertising and TV.
Video Editor & Motion Graphics at Independent Studio / Freelance
September 1, 2022 - Present
Animation and graphics: bringing logos, text (animated typography), and illustrations to life using 2D/3D software; storyboarding and concepting; audio integration; preparing final deliverables for TV and online platforms.
Camera Operator / Independent Cinematographer at Luxembourg Productions
October 20, 2025 - Present
Capturing high-quality images, working closely with production teams to translate creative visions into visuals; framing, lighting, and focus; maintaining continuity; setting up/dismantling equipment; overseeing pre- and post-production tasks.
Intern - Video Editor at TV Channel
January 20, 2008 - Present
Video Editor and Graphic Designer: scenes to create a fluid narrative, apply visual and sound effects, adjust color and audio, add graphics/text, collaborate on revisions, and export the final project. Branding and Logo Design. Production process from sketch to final product. Commercial videos and TV shows/advertising production. Following client requests in content production, making corrections and alterations to obtain final product. Follow-up on projects through monitoring and advisory service tailored to client needs, always aiming to achieve their final vision.
2D and 3D Animation / Virtual Set Designer at Luxembourg TV / Production
June 20, 2009 - Present
Responsible for the TV creative department; 2D and 3D animation / virtual set design / graphic pack-production of animations and interactive visuals. Bringing characters and objects to life, creating realistic and expressive movements in 2D or 3D software, working with storyboards and concepts to translate ideas into animated scenes for advertising, television shows and commercials. Print and Digital Graphic Design - creation and design concept of roll-up banners for brands, companies or campaigns. TV shows and advertising production - creation of audiovisual content for various television broadcasting platforms.

Education

Licence en Communication at Universidade Independente de Lisboa
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's degree in Communication at Independent University of Lisbon
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Audio Visual Communication at Independent University of Lisbon
June 1, 2003 - February 24, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Audio Visual Communication at Independent University of Lisbon
June 1, 2003 - March 15, 2026

Qualifications

Radio Journalism Workshop
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Television Journalism Workshop
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Entrepreneurship Workshop
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026
Digital Photography
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Other