Building web3 product strategy leveraging user first Blockchain economies and mechanics that integrate with state of the art AI technologies.

• Orchestrated the optimization of project pipelines to reduce department friction and enhance asset acceptance rates. I facilitated smoother and faster integration of assets in engines and final shots and automated production tools. I also set up versioning software to manage project changes.• Conducted research and reviewed advanced procedures and software to increase overall task success rates. I supported the team in selecting and implementing new tools and technologies.• Aligned business objectives, product features, and production requirements to improve stakeholder communication and understanding. I facilitated more straightforward conversations around the goals and objectives of the team.• Pioneered the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in serious games environments using Virtual, Mixed, and Augmented Reality in the Health and Sports industry.• Implemented specific project procedures in Game Art Pipeline to improve performance and workflow in pre and early production stages. I optimized production processes to ensure timely delivery of high-quality assets.• Streamlined team organization by optimizing intrapersonal communication, recruitment requirements, and conflict resolution. I led the team to work efficiently and cohesively.• Supported stakeholder review by breaking down the animation project, tasks, milestones, budgeting requirements, and scheduling. I ensured the team adhered to the project scope, timeline, and budget.• Designed and implemented metaverse and blockchain product and system integration strategies. I contributed to the development of innovative solutions that leveraged cutting-edge technologies.

As a project manager, I was responsible for overseeing the Art production and optimizing its processes. I collaborated closely with the Directors and department leads to create and develop new workflows while optimizing pipelines to enhance efficiency.I led the change management initiative from a waterfall system to a leaner and more agile process. I facilitated the adoption of new approaches, tools, and methodologies that helped us to work more effectively and deliver higher-quality results.Throughout the project, I ensured effective communication with stakeholders, including regular updates on project progress, milestones, and deliverables. I worked closely with the team to manage project risks, identify and mitigate issues, and ensure that project timelines and budgets were met.Overall, my focus was on achieving operational excellence by streamlining processes, optimizing workflows, and delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.

Start-up managerial and administrative Roles, Producer and project manager

·Ensured visual and gameplay expectations of the product were respected keeping deadlines andstakeholders in perspective·Creating transparency to stakeholders through clear project monitoring·Responsible for reporting, mediating and managing the delivery of project milestones.

I have built a solid development pipeline that provides a consistent flow through all stages of production. I have ensured that the visual and gameplay expectations of the product are respected and developed for stakeholders while researching and implementing the use of technical innovations and tools to create project flexibility and enhance visuals and gameplay.I have overseen a team of artists, programmers, and designers to ensure production fluidity and stability. As an art director, I have directly managed art-related tasks for preproduction and production of digital assets. I have also been responsible for planning, tasking, and evaluating the art team and major art project milestones.In addition, I have reviewed art deliverables, project modifications, risk management, and scope creep pitfalls, mediating and reporting directly to stakeholders and clients. I have been accountable for all art decisions, recruitment, and scope modifications.Overall, I have contributed to the success of projects by leveraging my expertise in project management, team leadership, and art direction. My focus on maintaining quality, communication, and stakeholder engagement has resulted in successful outcomes and high client satisfaction.

·Designed a syntax and a language for the visuals ensuring consistency and proper narrative support.·Conducted a small team of artists (up to 5 people) to develop the inception of concept document andart assets.·Researched symbology, meanings and derivatives for a sci-fi setting based on actual esoteric andmystical studies.·Supported the development of the script and background history with documented research andHistory Credibility.

·Worked directly with the lead writers for an authentic and realistic value in art direction and accuratehistorical Research.·Supervised a team of artists (+5) to create concept art illustrations for marketing and production.·Provided the cohesion and historical review of all asset details and visual integrity.·Responsible for briefing, production documentation, review, quality control and sign-off of allart-related tasks.·Global project planning, task evaluation and risk appraisal.

One of the most prominent artist-centric festivals in the world. Known for delivering a strong and unforgettable experience. ·Considered nowadays one of the most important industry festivals in the world by various presssources, studios, and the public itself.·The creative mind behind the development of the idea and spirit of the festival.·Co-Researched partnerships and sponsors that complemented the focus of the festival and had ameaningful background for the attendees·Established the atmosphere for the THU experience and its dynamics. planned how everyone wouldbring out the best of themselves and share it in a well-taught environment devoted to passion andvisionary dreams, bringing down all the boundaries between speakers and the public.·Choice and validation of speakers, the proposal of speeches and presentations themes, conferencetimes, and networking with learning and social activities·Organised the scheduling with career preferences in mind and arranged the build-up of expectationsto happen at specific moments.·Responsible for the uniqueness of the festival and the disruptive nature of the approach to artists

Business development and Creative and Project direction in VR sports technology

·Worked close with studio creative director and Executive producer, for development of new IPs (PS4and XB1).·Researched state-of-the-art technology, tools and procedures for use within Unity and Unreal engines.·Optimised pipeline structure for short deadline projects, aiming for less crunch time need whenslipping schedule or last-minute stakeholder changes.·Researched and developed key reference and mood boards for the artist's direction, creatingdocumentation for use within production.·Managed studio art teams (+15) in a multi-project environment, managing for visual consistency,usage of tools, procedures and deadlines.·Worked close with producers to evaluate scheduling and expected delivery of assets.·Mediated meetings with stakeholders and executives

·Established and optimised a pipeline for VFX and Commercial production.·Responsible for project management and overseeing whole production stages, supervising task reviewand signoff, handling production of various simultaneous projects.·Responsible for studio and project budgeting, production management and client pitching.·Actively worked with client-side executives, art directors and producers to negotiate budgets,conditions and development milestones of projects.·Creative direction of global studio projects and art direction of a medium-sized team (+15).·Developed and directed seed stage ideas from inception to pitch for advertisement, film andanimations.·Keeping creativeness and art assets consistent and clean to promote the chosen style andcommunication.

·Featured in the top 100 international animation schools, ranking 13th in 2018 by Animation CareerReviewhttps://www.animationcareerreview.com/articles/2018-top-100-international-animation-school-rankings·Management of all key operations, management of costs and resources.·Formed partnerships with international schools and studios·Validation of school processes and school ethics.·Established the bar for excellence, aligned schools goals with global industry trends.·School and Studio resources management and employees training.·General industry positioning strategy, marketing and brand management.·Worked directly with tv production houses for student internship placements

·Responsible for the coordination of projects and managing outsourcing tasks for stakeholder pipelines.·Resource management and resource allocation to projects by portfolio and student developmentdemands.·Creation of briefing documentation, task allocation, reviews, sign-offs for all studio related projects.·Managing interdisciplinary projects between groups of students from different courses.·Client meetings and presentations

·Responsible for the pedagogic structure of the school and its course contents·Created and maintained an innovative teaching method based on a fast pace learning with a pyramidalsystem and a free learning track choice.·Designed digital entertainment educational career paths, introducing the first complete multi-yearcourse on concept art for the entertainment industry in Portugal·Created a complete practical production course for video games, using three different inter-sectionedstructures for micro production teams (Concept | Programming | 3D).·Interviewed students for counselling, created course documentation and tutored teachers for schoolmethodology.·Responsible for the reviewing of grades, coaching students, conflict resolution, student admission andparents reporting.·Advocated for careers in the entertainment industry, making several presentations in schools, collegesand studios.

- Technical artist responsible for bridging 3d artists and Programmers.- Art Pipeline creation and Technical researcher for game art technologies and state of the art methodologies- Art and Story Development in the preproduction stage

- Responsible for Outsource resources, Contracts and Supervision of Game Assets- Wii children game Design and Artwork direction- Responsible for the Art style and Visual development in Preproduction prototypes

- Technical Artist and Art Direction- Accountable for the quality and solidity of the art development and 3D assets building- Overall management of art department, including 2D, 3D and animation.

- 3D development tools- 3D Modeling, Texturing and Animation- Rigging- Task planning- Stakeholder reporting- Team management