About the Team

Roy Monteiro

For Roy Monteiro, Portugal - An Adventure of Discovery was an exhilarating journey to rediscover his own heritage and to showcase Portugal’s unique scenic and cultural grandeur to a global audience. Faced with countless hurdles and seemingly insurmountable odds, Roy’s commitment and perseverance to bring his creative vision to life reflects the true pioneering spirit of many Portuguese before him. The production of the films and companion book was also motivated by his wish to unite the millions of Portuguese and their descendants throughout the world in an international community based upon a shared heritage, and to inspire the people of Portugal to rediscover their magnificent country from a whole new perspective.

Marc Pingry

Marc Pingry began his broadcasting career in the mid-seventies as a camera operator in Milwaukee and joined KCTS (PBS) Seattle in 1979. Since that time Mark has been an innovator in HDTV aerial cinematography and was recognized for his talents with 17 regional Emmy Awards. His most recent HDTV accomplishments include Chihuly Over Venice and Over Alaska.

Fernando de Simas

A producer with our co-production partner, RTP, Fernando has over 30 years of experience in all aspects of television and film production. He is a pioneer of HDTV productions in Portugal, including a documentary about acclaimed Fado singer Amália Rodrigues.

Jeff Gentes

Jeff has over 25 years experience in public television as a producer, director, writer and editor. During the last 10 years he was involved in numerous HDTV productions, including the highly acclaimed Over America series for which he is recognized as an industry leader.

Alice Ikeda

Alice is a producer at Intris HD, where she has gained extensive experience
dealing with the challenges of HDTV at all stages and levels of production. In addition, Alice has also been involved with numerous High Definition productions for NHK Japan.

Jorge Quintela

Jorge began playing piano at the age of 3 and initiated his recording career by the age of 17. He has worked with many of Portugal's top performers including Carlos Guilherme and Dulce Pontes and his song Lusitana Paixão won first prize at the
Portuguese National song festival. Jorge currently composes and produces film,
television and advertising soundtracks.

Greg Day