Porto, Portugal · International · Available for opportunities

Maria Silva

Creative Technologist · Digital Creator · Visual Artist

I create digital products, visual content and creative projects using design, AI and modern digital tools — combining practical experience with independent project development.

A creative and practical approach to digital work

I'm based in Porto, Portugal, with a professional background spanning customer-facing work, operations, emergency response and international airport passenger assistance.

Alongside my professional experience, I've developed hands-on projects in AI, visual creation, video, e-commerce, digital products and automation.

I enjoy turning ideas into practical digital projects — from concept and research through creation, organization, presentation and publication.

My goal is to work internationally, collaborate with businesses and clients, and develop independent projects with long-term potential.

Creative and digital support for real projects

I help businesses, creators and independent projects turn ideas into polished digital content, products and practical workflows.

01

AI & Visual Content

AI-assisted visual creation for brands, products, social content and creative projects.

  • AI-generated imagery
  • Creative visual concepts
  • Product visuals
  • AI-assisted content workflows

Ideal for: small businesses, creators, online shops and creative projects.

02

Video Editing

Short-form and atmospheric video editing focused on storytelling, rhythm, sound and visual presentation.

  • Video editing
  • Transitions & pacing
  • Color grading
  • Sound design

Ideal for: social media, promotional content, YouTube and creative projects.

03

Digital Products

Creation and preparation of digital products from concept and visual assets to organized, marketplace-ready collections.

  • Digital asset packs
  • Product curation
  • File organization
  • Marketplace presentation

Ideal for: Etsy sellers, creators and businesses building digital products.

04

E-commerce & Digital Operations

Practical support for online shops and marketplaces, with a focus on organization, product information and efficient workflows.

  • Product listings
  • Product research
  • Marketplace organization
  • Workflow improvement & automation

Ideal for: small online businesses, marketplace sellers and growing shops.

Need something more specific? I can also combine these skills into a custom workflow depending on the project, business or content requirements.

Discuss a Project

Open to international opportunities

I'm building my career with an international focus, particularly toward Thailand.

I'm interested in opportunities where creativity, digital tools, AI, content, e-commerce or operations intersect with an international working environment.

I'm open to employment, freelance collaborations and projects that can develop into longer-term professional relationships.

  • International / Thailand opportunities
  • Creative & digital roles
  • AI & content-related work
  • E-commerce & digital operations
  • Freelance collaborations

Projects that show how I work

A selection of practical case studies and creative work demonstrating research, AI workflows, visual creation, video, digital products, e-commerce and automation.

Building ideas beyond client work

Independent projects exploring digital products, creative content and ideas with potential to grow beyond individual client engagements.

Independent Project

Digital Products

Development of downloadable creative products, including illustration, nature and botanical asset collections prepared for digital marketplaces.

Focus: Product Development · Visual Design · Digital Commerce

Content Project

Creative Content

Development of atmospheric and documentary-style visual content combining video editing, storytelling, sound, visual composition and AI-assisted creative production.

Focus: Content · Video · Storytelling · AI

Future Venture

Digital & Creative Ventures

Exploring scalable ideas that combine AI, digital products, content, e-commerce and creative production into independent digital businesses.

Focus: Innovation · Digital Business · AI · Entrepreneurship

Interested in collaborating, investing or exploring a project together?

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Creative thinking, practical execution

I combine creative thinking, technical adaptability and practical experience to turn ideas into finished digital work.

  • A real creative and digital portfolio spanning visual creation, video, digital products, e-commerce and practical digital projects.
  • Experience with modern creative tools and AI-assisted workflows, including ComfyUI and local creative technology setups.
  • The ability to take an idea from research and concept through creation, refinement, organization and final delivery.
  • Strong visual judgment developed through hands-on work in illustration, composition, digital products and video.
  • A research and problem-solving mindset, with experience investigating information, identifying issues and finding practical solutions.
  • An independent and adaptable approach, developed through different professional environments and self-directed projects.
  • The ability to manage projects, priorities and practical details while working toward a finished result.
  • A creator mindset focused not only on client work, but also on developing independent products, creative projects and business ideas.

Skills that turn ideas into finished work

A practical combination of creative, digital and technical skills, supported by modern tools and adaptable workflows.

Creative & Visual

  • Visual composition
  • Illustration & digital art
  • Creative direction
  • Visual storytelling
  • Content creation
  • Concept development

Video & Content

  • Video editing
  • Storytelling
  • Visual pacing
  • Sound design
  • Color grading
  • Short-form content

AI & Creative Technology

  • Generative AI
  • AI-assisted workflows
  • Prompt-based workflows
  • AI image generation
  • ComfyUI
  • FLUX workflows

Digital Products & E-commerce

  • Digital product creation
  • Product research
  • Product listings
  • Marketplace presentation
  • E-commerce operations
  • Workflow improvement

Research & Digital Operations

  • Online research
  • Fact-checking
  • Content evaluation
  • Information accuracy
  • Customer communication
  • Problem-solving

Tools & Platforms

  • Canva
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • CapCut
  • Shopify
  • Vinted
  • Visual Studio Code
  • GitHub
  • Pinokio

Professional background

A varied professional background combining customer-facing work, operations, administration and international service environments.

Professional Experience

Airport Passenger Assistance

2023–2026

International passenger mobility and accessibility assistance in a fast-paced airport environment, requiring communication, responsibility and attention to individual needs.

Emergency Response Support — Portgás

2022–2024

Gas emergency call handling, accurate information collection, computer-based incident registration and escalation support.

Production — Cerealis / Milaneza

2019–2022

Food production environment requiring consistency, attention to detail, hygiene, safety procedures and reliable operational work.

Additional Experience

Administration — OBLER

Administrative support involving budget preparation, Excel-based work, organization of information and general administrative processes.

McDonald's

Customer service and operational experience in a fast-paced environment, developing reliability, teamwork and communication skills.

Burger King

Operational and customer-facing experience, including working efficiently within a structured team environment.

El Corte Inglés

Customer-facing retail experience with emphasis on service, communication and day-to-day operational support.

Training & Certifications

Private Security Guard Training First Aid Fire Prevention & Firefighting Passenger Assistance — PRM Prevention & Combat of Workplace Harassment Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training

Across different professional environments, I developed adaptability, reliability, problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure — strengths I now bring into creative and digital projects.

Languages I speak

  • Portuguese Native
  • Spanish C2
  • English C1
  • Thai A1

Let's build something together

I'm open to freelance projects, international opportunities, creative collaborations and conversations around digital products or independent ventures.

Maria Silva

Porto, Portugal · Open to international opportunities

vintagebymaria@gmail.com