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Sara Fumaça
Contact
+ 351 963 786 670
sarafumaca@proton.me
Linkedin
Website
Education
Data Ethics, AI and Responsible Innovation
The University of Edinburgh, 2024
Making Kin Through Academic Research, Performativity, and Collective Healing
Institute for Postnatural Studies, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Cinematography and Art Production
Sint-Lukas Brussel, 2014-2015
Bachelor of Arts
Animation, Interactive Technology and Special Effects
Universidade Católica Portuguesa, 2011-2015
Work experience
1.
Creative Producer
Freelancer · 2018 - present
I’m a Designer, Cultural Strategist, and creative professional with over 6 years of experience in creative production, curation, and project management. I specialize in designing immersive experiences that engage diverse audiences, foster a sense of community, and build lasting connections. With a background in Film School and Creative Production, I blend cultural insight, storytelling, and creative direction to deliver projects that are not only engaging but also purposeful and impactful.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the chance to be part of collectives like NoShade, DigiGxl, and HeartQore, where I contributed to bringing unique cultural and artistic projects to life. These experiences led to collaborations with a wide range of brands and organizations, including C/O Berlin, NTS Radio, CTM Festival, Boiler Room, Factory Berlin, Sonar+D, Red Bull Music Academy, Nike, Adidas, Offline.Place and Beatport.
As a result, I’ve worked on a variety of projects, from large-scale events to smaller, community-focused initiatives. Working across different industries and creative spaces has deepened my ability to connect with diverse audiences and understand the cultural dynamics that drive engagement.
My work has always been focused on amplifying underrepresented voices, crafting narratives that resonate, and creating experiences that bring people together in ways that create real impact, challenge perspectives, and spark lasting change.
I’m passionate about merging culture, creativity, and collaboration to drive positive change and build strong, inclusive communities.
Key Skills: Cultural Strategy, Project & Event Management, Artist Care & Management, Budget Planning & Oversight, Curation, Narrative Development, Artist Scouting, Bookkeeping
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Berlin Office Representative
Artsy · Contract · 2018 - 2021
At Artsy Berlin, I led and oversaw all daily operations to maintain a productive and efficient work environment. I guided the office through a significant quick expansion, growing the team from 6 to over 50 employees while managing onboarding, orientation, and office layout redesigns to optimize capacity and workflow. I streamlined processes by introducing new technologies and fostering strong supplier relationships, negotiating cost effective contracts to support office needs. Yearly budget planning, expense tracking, and financial reporting were essential parts of my role. Additionally, I cultivated a positive and engaging workplace culture by organizing an annual schedule of team-building activities that significally impacted everyone's and proactively addressing infrastructure, maintenance, and repair needed.
Key skills: Office operations management, team leadership, onboarding, process optimization & technology integration, budget planning and financial oversight, supplier management and contract negotiation, event planning and team-building, infrastructure maintenance & sustainability practices.
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Assistant Operations Manager
Spoon Flower · Contract · 2019
GuruCollective · Contract · 2017 - 2018
PaylevenUK · Contract · 2015 - 2017
As an Assistant Operations Manager, I have successfully managed a diverse range of teams and responsibilities, from overseeing production and quality control to optimizing inventory, workflows and logistics. My expertise lies in streamlining operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring seamless service delivery across multiple sectors.
Key Skills: Operations Management, Quality Control, Client Services & Invoicing, Shipping & Logistics, Team Coordination | Event Coordination, Equipment Maintenance & Compliance, Supply Chain Management, Economic Order Quantities (EOQ)
Languages
Portuguese Native
English C1Spanish C1
German B1
Skills
Curation
Research
Project Managment
Planning and Development
Problem Solving
Team oriented
People Skills
Tech Savvy
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Adobe Creative Suite
Google G Suit
Blender
AI tools
VR tools
Basics of CCS + Html
Driver’s license B2
Dear Sybil Team,
I see Sybil as a dynamic space where art, gaming, and experimental technology can intersect, so I’m excited to apply for the Curator role.
My goal is to contribute to an inclusive environment where creatives, artists, and developers can collaborate, share ideas, and inspire each other; where diverse voices can connect at their own pace in meaningful ways.
A bit about my background: over the last six years I’ve worked as a cultural strategist, curator, and project manager, organizing creative initiatives across Europe, with a particular focus in Berlin.
I’ve been part of and involved with collectives like NoShade, DigiGxl, and HeartQore, where I’ve curated and led projects that blend creativity, technology, and community. These experiences have deepened my belief in the importance of creating spaces where people can come together to engage, be creative and feel inspired to do their own thing and push boundaries.
One of my most recent projects with HeartQore was the GooGooGlide Slime Wrestling Competition in Berlin. We transformed the old Kardstadt Sportsmall into an interactive slimy arena where contestants competed in video game inspired wrestling for a chance to win a 3D-printed silicone trophy and a monetary prize. The event attracted a wide range of creative communities, who all received it enthusiastically. I’ve also co-curated and co-organized a two day LARP experience in collaboration with Hackers & Designers in the Netherlands, which centered on collaborative storytelling and immersive interaction around the topics of hacking.
As a multidisciplinary artist, my work revolves around world-building, speculative futures, and queer theory, with an emphasis in intimacy, interdependency, and collaboration. Through LARPs and immersive projects, I’ve learned how to design environments where people can engage with each other in both physical and digital spaces.
I see the role at Sybil as an opportunity to cultivate a space where both large-scale and intimate events can thrive. I would love to host monthly book readings, starting for example with The Two Revolutions: A History of the Transgender Internet by Avery Dame-Griff, which explores the intersection of queer theory and digital culture. Additionally, I would to organize collective VR game props sculpting sessions, which I currently run informally, and create a space for discussing a broad range of topics such as internet folklore, decentralised platforms, AI, game assets, and whatever else feels appropriate to the collective. I would also host intimate sessions for game developers to share their WIP with the community for feedback and troubleshooting.
I believe in the value of initiatives that focus on softer skills, and activities that encourage participants to connect regardless of their technical background. I would create spaces that foster these connections, helping participants build relationships and collaborate on creative projects.
I also see an opportunity to bridge the physical and digital worlds by hosting events that take place both IRL and URL. Using platforms like Discord, and running initiatives in Roblox and Second Life, we could expand Sybil’s community and make it easier for people to engage regardless of their location.
Sybil’s being barrier free is something that higly motivated me to apply. I would ensure that all initiatives are inclusive and welcoming to people with diverse body abilities. I would work to establish connections with like-minded projects, with niche sub-cultures, other collectives and institutions, which could open up exciting new avenues for programming and engagement, helping Sybil grow as a platform for diverse voices and innovative ideas.
What excites me most about Sybil is its potential to be more than just a physical space. It can become a vibrant creative ecosystem that fosters collaboration, learning, and experimentation.
Thank you for considering my application. I would be thrilled to discuss how I can contribute to Sybil’s mission and help shape its future programming.
Warm regards,
Sara Fumaça