Clube Atlético Paranaense
Born in Goiânia, Goiás, Jorginho started his career in regional side Goiatuba Esporte Clube, earning him a transfer to Clube Atlético Paranaense where he played for five years, also being loaned to Esporte Clube Santo André. After spells with Sociedade Esportiva do Gama and Goiânia Esporte Clube, he moved to Portugal and Vitória F.C. in the 2001–02 season.