Luis Mendes
About Luis Mendes
Luis Mendes serves as the Assistant City Producer in Lisboa, contributing to the programming of theater, music, and dance performances. He has extensive experience in cultural animation and has worked in various roles within the cultural sector since 1996.
Work at 48 Hour Film Project
Luis Mendes serves as the Assistant City Producer for the 48 Hour Film Project in Lisboa. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the organization of this international filmmaking competition. In his role, he provides support for the production of various events, facilitating the participation of local filmmakers and enhancing the cultural landscape of the city.
Current Role at Câmara Municipal da Amadora
Since 1996, Luis Mendes has worked at Câmara Municipal da Amadora as Técnico Superior de Animação Cultural. Over his 28 years in this position, he has been involved in programming theater, music, and dance performances, playing a significant role in the cultural development of Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal.
Previous Experience at Teatro Passagem de Nível
Luis Mendes worked at Teatro Passagem de Nível as Programador e Produtor do Auditório de Alfornelos from 2000 to 2017. During his 17 years in this role, he was responsible for programming and producing various cultural events, contributing to the vibrant arts scene in Amadora.
Education and Expertise
Luis Mendes has a solid educational background in cultural management and education. He studied at Escola Superior de Educação Jean Piaget de Almada, where he earned a Licenciatura in Gestão de Artes na Cultura e na Educação from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his studies at the University of Lisbon, obtaining a Mestrado in Cultura e Formação Autárquica from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he completed a Bacharelato in Animação Sociocultural at the same institution from 1992 to 1995.
Contributions to the Cultural Scene in Lisbon
Since 2017, Luis Mendes has been actively contributing to the cultural scene in Lisbon through his role as Assistant City Producer. His involvement in various cultural initiatives has helped promote local talent and foster community engagement in the arts.