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Diogo Pessoa de Andrade is a Portuguese independent filmmaker, producer, director, and cinematographer (DoP) / videographer with over 20 years of expertise in the audiovisual and digital media industries. He has honed his skills in creating content for diverse audiences across various platforms, including creative media, entertainment, advertising, music videos, awareness campaigns, educational materials, films, documentaries, and corporate communication. Diogo has collaborated with leading local and international brands, agencies, production companies, institutions, NGOs, and independent artists.
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering but later transitioned to audiovisual production and creation. To enhance his expertise, he participated in numerous European-funded courses and workshops across Portugal and Europe, including France, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, the United Kingdom, and Spain. These programs encompassed a wide range of topics, such as multimedia, crossmedia and transmedia storytelling, sound, photography, digital cinema, video production, film financing, commercialization, and distribution. These experiences provided the foundation for his career as a creative multimedia technician and content creator, where he specialized in photography, video production, and the development of interactive audiovisual content.
In 2005, Diogo traveled to Barcelona to study documentary filmmaking, further expanding his expertise. Upon returning to Lisbon, he worked in advertising as a developer and creator of interactive audiovisual content and videographer. In 2009, he enrolled in a master's degree program in digital cinema. By 2010, following the economic crisis of 2008, Diogo transitioned to becoming a self-employed audiovisual creator, dedicating himself entirely to video production and creation.
As a content creator, Diogo produces a wide array of audiovisual works, including narratives, documentaries, music videos, video content for advertising and marketing campaigns, and corporate video production. He also specializes in live events, promotional videos, and informational and reportage-style productions. Since 2006, Diogo has been a certified trainer, providing training and consulting services in multimedia and video creation to educational institutions, private organizations, and companies both nationally and internationally. His portfolio includes collaborations with film universities, television channels, and advertising agencies. Additionally, Diogo has designed and led digital cinema courses tailored to the general public. His international projects span Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Based in Lisbon, Portugal, Diogo is available for both domestic and international video production projects. He is equipped to handle various types of productions, with access to professional digital cinema and audio equipment, long-standing relationships with trusted local production companies, studios, and equipment rental providers. Additionally, Diogo collaborates with specialized small and medium-sized crews, as well as a network of talented artists, creators, musicians, and actors, ensuring the right expertise and creativity for each project.
Diogo is committed to helping you achieve your goals, whether you're a brand seeking a fresh approach, a production company, or someone looking to bring an idea to life. For inquiries about video production concepts or collaborations, feel free to contact Diogo.
Filmmaker, Producer, Director & Cinematographer (DoP) / Videographer
Service Areas: Lisbon, Porto, Faro - Algarve, and across Portugal.