I'm Nuno Farinha, freelance videographer, video editor, and TV director based in Lisbon, Portugal with over 20 years in the audiovisual industry. I specialize in cinematography, color grading, editing, and TV directing, delivering compelling visual narratives for production companies, digital agencies, brands, and content creators across a range of formats and platforms. I manage projects from concept to final delivery, coordinate multi-camera shoots, and lead technical teams to ensure smooth operations and high-quality results. I'm passionate about storytelling, technical excellence, and helping clients achieve their communication goals while adapting to diverse client needs and timelines.…

Nuno Farinha

I'm Nuno Farinha, freelance videographer, video editor, and TV director based in Lisbon, Portugal with over 20 years in the audiovisual industry. I specialize in cinematography, color grading, editing, and TV directing, delivering compelling visual narratives for production companies, digital agencies, brands, and content creators across a range of formats and platforms. I manage projects from concept to final delivery, coordinate multi-camera shoots, and lead technical teams to ensure smooth operations and high-quality results. I'm passionate about storytelling, technical excellence, and helping clients achieve their communication goals while adapting to diverse client needs and timelines.…

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I’m Nuno Farinha, freelance videographer, video editor, and TV director based in Lisbon, Portugal with over 20 years in the audiovisual industry. I specialize in cinematography, color grading, editing, and TV directing, delivering compelling visual narratives for production companies, digital agencies, brands, and content creators across a range of formats and platforms.

I manage projects from concept to final delivery, coordinate multi-camera shoots, and lead technical teams to ensure smooth operations and high-quality results. I’m passionate about storytelling, technical excellence, and helping clients achieve their communication goals while adapting to diverse client needs and timelines.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Multi-Skilled Operator at Euronews
November 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Implementation and installation of audiovisual equipment and resources for the Lisbon newsroom.
News Stories Producer at Rede Record - Brasil
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Produced news stories including Domingo Espetacular segments for Portugal/BR coverage (2023).
TV Director at Maumaumia Produções
August 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023
Director and Videographer of the TV shows - “Educando Noa”, “Experências.pt” (season 1) and “Ó da Casa” (season 2) for Casa & Cozinha (cable network), overseeing production and leading the technical team to ensure smooth execution of each program.
Audiovisual Trainer at TV Miramar - Mozambique
March 1, 2020 - March 31, 2020
Delivered an audiovisual training course to TV directors, video editors, camera operators and TV producers, focusing on practical workflows and production techniques.
Senior Video Editor at Rede Record de Comunicação
June 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Edited news pieces and daily highlights for Olympic coverage at the London event. Coordinated with editors and producers to deliver timely content during the Olympic cycle.
Freelance Videographer, Video Editor & TV Director at Videomaker.pt
June 1, 2007 - Present
Collaborated with Production Companies, Digital Agencies, Brands, Small Businesses, national and international TV Networks, and Content Creators (among others: RTP, TVI, SportingTV, Record TV São Paulo, All About Parenting Inc, Made2Web, Migalha Doce). Delivered high-quality video content across multiple formats and platforms, adapting to clients’ creative and technical needs. Managed projects from concept to final delivery, ensuring deadlines and quality standards were met.
TV Director Senior Videographer & Video Editor at Rede Record de Televisão Europa, SA
August 1, 2005 - July 31, 2018
Directed numerous live and recorded shows, overseeing multi-camera setups, video editing, and image/audio capture, including “Giro”, “Palco Record”, “FalaPortugal”, “Cine Record” and others. • From 2014 to 2018, managed all A/V equipment and led the technical team in the Entertainment Department, ensuring smooth production operations

Education

Camera and Lighting for Audiovisuals at Restart | Escola Criatividade e Novas Tecnologias
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Audiovisual Directing and Media Production at Restart | Escola Criatividade e Novas Tecnologias
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Camera Operator at Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales, Spain
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Lighting Technician at Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales, Spain
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Storytelling for Digital Marketing at Santander Open Academy
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Fundamentals of Color Correction and Color Grading at AvMakers, Brazil
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
DaVinci Resolve - Color Grading at AvMakers, Brazil
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Cinematography: Color Grading Coordination at AvMakers, Brazil
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Grading at World Academy
January 1, 2019 - May 6, 2026
Television Production at Palavras Ditas com Ricardo Espirito Santo
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
DaVinci Resolve - Color Grading at AvMakers
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    Videomaker Showreel 2025

    It starts with a feeling, not a frame.
    A reason before a record button.
    Shot on location, shaped in the edit.
    I don’t just shoot videos. I craft stories.
    Stories that sell, move, connect.
    From brands to artists, from real people to raw moments, this is a mix of it all.

    If you’re looking for a filmmaker who thinks in narrative, not noise…
    …hit play. ▶️

    www.videomaker.pt

    Walk by Lisbon
    A breathtaking journey through Lisbon downtown, a city where history meets modernity, and every street tells a story. Experience the vibrant essence of Portugal’s capital, with its iconic landmarks and lively atmosphere where every corner is filled with charm and every moment is unforgettable. Directed and edited by NUNO FARINHA Music: Stereossauro "Barco Negro feat. Dj Ride"…
    Behind the Scenes - Assino de Cruz
    🎬 Behind the scenes — Campanha “Assino de Cruz” ⠀ Lápis gastos. Canetas espalhadas. Um cenário caótico. Tudo pensado ao detalhe para representar um mundo desigual. O desafio era claro: contar uma história só com objetos e gestos. Sem rostos. A força da mensagem está no contraste: da negligência para a Mudança E tudo começa com um gesto simples: assinar de cruz. 🖊️ Obrigado à agência Cupido e às instituições que nos confiaram esta missão. 💪 Juntos fazemos a diferença! 🔗 Sabe mais sobre a campanha e conhece histórias reais em assinodecruz.org…