Technical Producer and A/V Engineer with 15+ years of international experience across festivals, broadcast environments, studios, and cultural institutions. Skilled in audio/video production, post-production, QC, media asset workflows, and technical operations. Known for precision, structured problem-solving, and the ability to maintain reliable, high-quality technical environments under pressure. Experienced working with multidisciplinary teams, complex systems, and fast-paced global workflows. My vision is to lead technical teams and productions through precision, innovation, and structured management, delivering safe, efficient, and world-class live experiences.

Nuno Fernandes Paula

Technical Producer and A/V Engineer with 15+ years of international experience across festivals, broadcast environments, studios, and cultural institutions. Skilled in audio/video production, post-production, QC, media asset workflows, and technical operations. Known for precision, structured problem-solving, and the ability to maintain reliable, high-quality technical environments under pressure. Experienced working with multidisciplinary teams, complex systems, and fast-paced global workflows. My vision is to lead technical teams and productions through precision, innovation, and structured management, delivering safe, efficient, and world-class live experiences.

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Technical Producer and A/V Engineer with 15+ years of international experience across festivals, broadcast environments, studios, and cultural institutions. Skilled in audio/video production, post-production, QC, media asset workflows, and technical operations. Known for precision, structured problem-solving, and the ability to maintain reliable, high-quality technical environments under pressure. Experienced working with multidisciplinary teams, complex systems, and fast-paced global workflows.

My vision is to lead technical teams and productions through precision, innovation, and structured management, delivering safe, efficient, and world-class live experiences.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Project Manager at Mediapro International
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Directed technical planning, system design, and implementation for large-scale AV and broadcast projects. Coordinated engineering teams across audio, video, lighting, LED, IT networking, and broadcast control. Developed technical documentation, workflows, schematics, and deployment plans. Managed budgets, timelines, procurement, safety standards, and compliance with regional regulations. Delivered fully integrated multi-system production environments under high operational pressure.
AV Specialist at WIN2DAY
January 1, 2025 - Present
Oversaw the operation and stability of professional broadcast AV systems. Provided real-time technical management for live productions. Ensured full system redundancy, signal integrity, and optimal studio workflows. Collaborated with engineering and production management teams on upgrades and improvements.
Technical Production Manager at MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Produced and delivered contemporary art exhibitions within a landmark architectural space. Coordinated artists, studios, designers, and technical teams. Managed budgets, schedules, contracts, and production logistics. Supervised IT, audiovisual, and interactive installations. Collaborated with communication, design, education, and public programs teams.
Technical Director at Brunch Electronik Lisboa
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Led all technical departments for a major festival brand: Audio, Lighting, Video, LED, Staging, Power. Produced full technical documentation: stage designs, CAD plans, signal flow, power distribution, and rigging plots. Oversaw large technical crews and coordinated with operations, city authorities, safety inspectors, and suppliers. Ensured technical excellence and operational safety at high-capacity outdoor events.
Senior Stage & Technical Manager Europe at Sónar Lisboa - European Festival Portfolio
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Managed stage technical operations across multi-stage festival environments. Supervised FOH/monitor engineers, video crews, power teams, and stage techs. Ensured safe workflows, technical precision, and on-schedule performance delivery across Europe-based events including Sónar Lisboa, Boiler Room, Neopop, BPM, and more.
Technical Producer at Boom Festival
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
Core technical authority for one of the world’s premier independent festivals. Designed and managed large-format PA systems, LED setups, projection, power, network topologies, and show control. Built technical timelines, budgets, resource plans, and detailed operational frameworks. Led large technical teams (40–120 techs) during build, show, and de-rig phases. Delivered complex, multi-system productions in remote, challenging environments.
Recording Engineer & Audio Post-Production at Red Bull Music Portugal
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Recorded, mixed, and mastered audio for live sessions and broadcasts. Delivered high-quality post-production under strict brand standards.
Recording Engineer & Audio Post-Production at Metalbox Studios
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
Delivered technical production for music, commercial, and audiovisual content at a professional studio level. Ensured system calibration, equipment deployment, and technical quality control.
Senior Stage & Technical Manager – Europe at Various (Sónar Lisboa, Boiler Room, Neopop, BPM, Brunch Electronik, Elrow, Kalorama, Afronation, Secret Project, Festival Forte)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2025
Managed stage technical operations across multi-stage festival environments. Supervised FOH/monitor engineers, video crews, power teams, and stage techs. Ensured safe work flows, technical precision, and on-schedule performance delivery.
Project Manager at Mediapro International (Saudi Arabia)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Directed technical planning, system design, and implementation for large-scale AV and broadcast projects. Coordinated engineering teams across audio, video, lighting, LED, IT networking, and broadcast control. Developed technical documentation, workflows, schematics, and deployment plans. Managed budgets, scheduling, procurement, safety standards, and regional compliance. Delivered fully integrated multi-system production environments under high operational pressure.
Senior Stage & Technical Manager Europe at Sónar Lisboa and associated festivals (Boiler Room, Neopop, BPM, Brunch Electronik, Elrow, Kalorama, Afronation, Secret Project, Festival Forte)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Managed stage technical operations across multi-stage festival environments in Europe. Supervised FOH/monitor engineers, video crews, power teams, and stage techs. Ensured safe work flows, technical precision, and on-schedule performance delivery.
Senior Stage & Technical Manager Europe at Sónar Lisboa (and associated events: Boiler Room, Neopop, BPM, Brunch Electronik, Elrow, Kalorama, Afronation, Secret Project, Festival Forte)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Managed stage technical operations across multi-stage festival environments. Supervised FOH/monitor engineers, video crews, power teams, and stage techs. Ensured safe work flows, technical precision, and on-schedule performance delivery.

Education

BSc International Tourism Management at University of Bolton
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Sound Technician Certification at ETIC – Escola de Tecnologias, Inovação e Criação
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
BSc at University of Bolton, United Kingdom
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Sound Technician Certification at ETIC – Escola de Tecnologias, Inovação e Criação, Lisbon
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
BSc International Tourism Management at University of Bolton, United Kingdom
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Sound Technician Certification at ETIC – Escola de Tecnologias, Inovação e Criação
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
BSc International Tourism Management at University of Bolton, United Kingdom
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Sound Technician Certification at ETIC – Escola de Tecnologias, Inovação e Criação
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Q-SYS Level 1 – Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Q-SYS Level 2 – Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Dante Level 2
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Dante Level 3
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Shure Audio Institute Certifications – RF Systems, Wireless Microphones, Conferencing Solutions
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Sennheiser Sound Academy – RF Basics, TeamConnect Ceiling, Installed Sound
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Barco Event Master — Technical Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Disguise Learn Certifications – Fundamentals, xR Basics, Media Server Workflows
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
L-Acoustics Digital Learning – Soundvision Basics, System Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Vectorworks Core Associate Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
PMI Certifications: Business Continuity; Disciplined Agile Essentials; Generative AI for Project Managers
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Q-SYS Level 1 – Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Q-SYS Level 2 – Certified
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Dante Level 2
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Dante Level 3 (Audinate)
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Shure Audio Institute Certifications – RF Systems
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Shure Audio Institute Certifications – Wireless Microphones
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Shure Audio Institute Certifications – Conferencing Solutions
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Sennheiser Sound Academy – RF Basics
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Sennheiser Sound Academy – TeamConnect Ceiling
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Sennheiser Sound Academy – Installed Sound
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Barco Event Master — Technical Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Disguise Learn Certifications – Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Disguise Learn Certifications – XR Basics
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Disguise Learn Certifications – Media Server Workflows
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
L-Acoustics Digital Learning – Soundvision Basics
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
L-Acoustics Digital Learning – System Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Vectorworks Core Associate Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
PMI Certifications – Business Continuity
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
PMI Certifications – Disciplined Agile Essentials
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
PMI Certifications – Generative AI for Project Managers
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Q-SYS Level 1 – Certified
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Q-SYS Level 2 – Certified
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Dante Level 1, 2 & 3 (Audinate)
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Shure Audio Institute Certifications – RF Systems, Wireless Microphones, Conferencing Solutions
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Sennheiser Sound Academy – RF Basics, TeamConnect Ceiling, Installed Sound
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Barco Event Master — Technical Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Disguise Learn Certifications – Fundamentals, xR Basics, Media Server Work flows
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
L-Acoustics Digital Learning – Soundvision Basics, System Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Vectorworks Core Associate Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Q-SYS Level 1
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Q-SYS Level 2
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Dante Level 1
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Dante Level 2
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Dante Level 3
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Shure Audio Institute Certifications – RF Systems, Wireless Microphones, Conferencing Solutions
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Sennheiser Sound Academy – RF Basics, TeamConnect Ceiling, Installed Sound
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Barco Event Master – Technical Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Disguise Learn – Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Disguise Learn – XR Basics
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Disguise Learn – Media Server Workflows
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
L-Acoustics Digital Learning – Soundvision Basics
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
L-Acoustics Digital Learning – System Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026
Vectorworks Core Associate Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet