Carlos Cardoso
@carloscardoso
Multilingual radio host and programming director with broad broadcast expertise.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
I am a seasoned radio professional with decades of experience as a host, programs director, head of music and journalist across Portugal and Canada. I have led programming and editorial direction for stations like Antena 3, Rádio Oxigénio and Cinq FM, produced daily and weekly shows, and delivered cultural reporting for Rádio Comercial.
I bring proven leadership in station management, music curation and content development, combined with teaching experience in journalism and composition. Fluent in English, French and Portuguese, I focus on creating engaging audio content, mentoring on-air talent, and driving audience growth through thoughtful programming.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Programs Director
Rádio Oxigénio
Jan 2010 - Jan 2017 (7 years)
Directed programming, hosted shows and headed music selection, driving station content strategy and operations from 2010 to 2017.
Radio Announcer
Cirv FM
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010 (2 years)
Served as radio announcer and journalist in Toronto, producing segments and reporting for station programming from 2008 to 2010.
ANRadio Host / DJ
Antena 3
Jan 2002 - Jan 2008 (6 years)
Hosted shows and DJ sets on Antena 3, curating music and engaging national audiences between 2002 and 2008.
Head of Content
Rádio Voxx
Jan 2000 - Jan 2002 (2 years)
Led content strategy and hosted programming, overseeing editorial direction and on-air talent from 2000 to 2002.
Radio Host
Rádio XFM
Jan 1994 - Jan 1997 (3 years)
Hosted shows and led music selection as Head of Music, shaping station sound and programming between 1994 and 1997.
Radio Correspondent
Rádio Comercial
Jan 1991 - Jan 1994 (3 years)
Produced weekly arts and culture reports for Rádio Comercial, researching subjects and delivering on-air segments to national audiences.
Programs Director
Cinq FM
Jan 1991 - Jan 1994 (3 years)
Managed general station operations, led training programs and directed music programming to shape on-air content and strategy.
Assistant Professor
Escola de Santa Cruz
Jan 1992 - Jan 1993 (1 year)
Taught journalism and composition at a Portuguese high school in Montreal, developing curriculum and instructing students in media writing.
Radio Host
Rádio Marginal
Jan 1987 - Jan 1991 (4 years)
Hosted a daily music show featuring local and international talent, growing listener engagement and promoting emerging artists.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidade Internacional (Lisbon)
Professional Certificate, Hotel Management
1996 - 1997
Completed studies in Hotel Management at Universidade Internacional in Lisbon from 1996 to 1997.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PortugalAuthorized to work in
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