Active Roles
Ambassador Coordinator
Women in Games | United Kingdom
The first point of contact for Individual Ambassadors. Individual Ambassador since 2020 organizing coffee breaks, discussion panels and being an evangelist for Women In Games in schools and industry events.
Chair
IGDA Berlin Chapter
Elected Term: 2024–2027
Running IGDA Berlin with the help of the other Board Members of IGDA Berlin. Stabelishing IGDA Berlin community presence and values while growing alongside the Berlin game industry and border German game industry, fostering collaboration, professional growth and international reach.
Board of Directors
International Game Developers Association: IGDA
Elected Term: 2024–2027
As a member of the Board of Directors, I help chart and execute the strategic and long-term vision of the International Game Developers Association. IGDA is the largest games association, and my focus lays in support growing industry communities around the world advocating for their local needs and unique points of view.
Games I worked on
Out of Line | Full Release
Summer Camp | Demo
Whale Singer: Rise of the Leviathan | Demo
About me
journey into game dev
I am a Game Producer and Studio Director who thrives at the intersection of creative vision and structured execution. My journey into the industry began with a background in animation and interactivity design, and that artistic lens still informs how I lead teams today: balancing the rigor of production with a deep respect for the creative process.My experience has been defined by building and scaling sustainable studio environments. From my time growing Nerd Monkeys in Lisbon to architecting Telescope Game Studios from the ground up in Potsdam, I’ve focused on navigating complex transitions with transparency. I specialize in bridging the gap between cinematic storytelling and interactive play, having led the development of several multi-platform titles and transmedia ecosystems.Beyond studio walls, I am a dedicated advocate for the global developer community. Whether serving as Board Secretary for the IGDA or championing diversity with Women in Games, I am committed to fostering a connected, resilient industry where developers feel empowered to do their best work.I believe that great games are the result of teams that feel supported and heard. My goal is always to deliver exceptional player experiences while maintaining a culture of collaboration, integrity, and excellence.
Producer & Studio Director Credits
Published Videogames
- Lani's Call: A Tiny Whale Singer Story (PC Steam)
- Package Inc. (Nintendo Switch Port & Publishing)
- Railways (Nintendo Switch Port & Publishing)
- Short Games Collection (Nintendo Switch)
- Out of Line (PC Steam/Epic Store/Gog; Nintendo Switch; Xbox Series X/S)
- Traffix (Nintendo Switch Port & Publishing)
- Detective Case and Clown Bot in: Murder in Hotel Lisbon (Nintendo Switch Port)
Highlighted feature
People of Lisbon
People of Lisbon is a weekly video series showcasing the personalities of the people of LisbonPeople of Lisbon is produced by Stephen O'Regan, former founder of international music platform BalconyTV and the award-winning short film They're Made Out Of Meat. It is also produced by photographer Rita Ansone.Follow Mafalda while she preps for the Spotlight Awards.
Other Roles & Projects
Founder and Volunteer
Community evangelist, event organizer and overall creative direction of activities to promote the Portuguese Game Industry.
Networking Playing Book
"Imagine this: It’s an industry
event, and you’ve just walked
into a crowded room full of
strangers..."
A fun booklet with networking tips and tricks.
Podcast Co-Host & Co-Creator
Join Mafalda & Diogo and unlock unexpected opportunities through spontaneity and unplanned decisions with the "Totally Planned: Game Dev" podcast.