BOLIVIA LAB

What BOLIVIA LAB does

Bolivia Lab is a non-profit film development platform created in 2009 by the Bolivian production company Producen Bolivia and headquartered in La Paz, with additional programming locations in Santa Cruz and Cochabamba. It operates a portfolio of training laboratories covering the full film project lifecycle: the Laboratorio de Análisis y Clínica de Proyectos (project development for fiction, documentary, animation, and immersive works), the Taller Internacional de Guión (first-draft screenwriting), Finaliza Lab (post-production support and market access), the Rally de Pitch de Coproducción Internacional (international co-production pitching), the Incubadora de Guion (screenplay incubator), Bolivia Lab En Corto (short films), and Cine, Comunidad y Diversidad (community and diversity cinema). The platform serves emerging and senior filmmakers from across Iberoamerica, selecting participants via open annual convocatorias and connecting them to a collaborative network of over 60 partner festivals, distributors, embassies, government agencies, and international film programs.

The underlying technology stack is minimal: the platform's core technology is described as a "Film industry training and development platform with no proprietary technology systems," with program delivery via a WordPress-based website (bolivialab.com.bo), virtual pitch sessions conducted over Zoom, and routine social media engagement on Facebook and Instagram. The core intellectual property is the curated programming model, the 15-year alumni network, and the institutional relationships that funnel Iberoamerican filmmakers into international festival and distribution pathways.

Bolivia Lab's business model combines modest program fees (Bs. 70 Rally registration, $150 USD matriculation for selected participants, $50 USD per additional participant) with substantially larger institutional support. The platform is funded and resourced through partnerships with Programa Ibermedia (10 annual scholarships), the Gobierno Autónomo Municipal de La Paz (GAMLP), the Embassy of France and French Cooperation for Andean Countries, Dolby Atmos, and Filmo Estudios (which provides $10,000 USD in post-production services to the Finaliza Lab winner). The organization operates with approximately 6 core employees supplemented by an extended team of program coordinators across its three Bolivian cities, and it is positioned as a collaborative network rather than a commercial enterprise.

Name

BOLIVIA LAB

Legal name

Bolivia Lab

Website

https://bolivialab.com.bo

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bolivia Lab is a non-profit film development platform created in 2009 that runs annual training laboratories covering the full film project lifecycle, from screenwriting through post-production, for emerging and senior Iberoamerican filmmakers, operating in La Paz, Santa Cruz, and Cochabamba.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Film Industry Training Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro primary industry

Research & Lab-Based Short-Term Programs (Undergraduate/Graduate) (EDAIAIAF)

Keywords

• Film industry training
• Film development programs
• Screenwriting workshops
• Coproduction facilitation
• Post-production support

Headquarters

HQ city

La Paz

HQ country

Bolivia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Registration Fees: Bolivia Lab charges registration fees for participation in its programs including the Rally de Pitch (Bs. 70 registration fee), subsidized matriculation fees ($150 USD for selected Rally participants), and additional accreditation fees for extra participants ($50 USD per additional person).
2. Workshop and Training Programs: Income generated from workshop participation including the Taller Internacional de Guion and specialized workshops such as Workshop Videoclip Pro.
3. Festival Partnerships and Sponsorships: Sustained through partnerships with Programa Ibermedia (providing 10 scholarships per year), government entities (GAMLP), foreign embassies (France, Colombia), and corporate sponsors (Dolby Atmos, Filmo Estudios).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bolivia Lab is a non-profit film industry training and development platform that runs annual laboratory programs for Iberoamerican filmmakers. It offers project development advisories, screenwriting workshops, post-production support, international co-production pitch events, and short film and community cinema programs across three Bolivian cities (La Paz, Santa Cruz, Cochabamba) with virtual components for international participants.

Product overview

Bolivia Lab is a cinematic training platform that strengthens the encounter and development of the Iberoamerican film industry. Since 2009, it has operated as a unified platform offering multiple interconnected programs: the Laboratorio de Análisis y Clínica de Proyectos (for project development advisories), the Taller Internacional de Guión (for screenwriting), Finaliza Lab (for post-production support), Rally de Pitch de Coproducción Internacional (for international co-production networking), Incubadora de Guion (for screenplay development), Bolivia Lab En Corto (for short films), Cine Comunidad y Diversidad (for community cinema), Muestra Internacional de Películas (film showcase), and various animation and industry encounter programs. These programs provide specialized accompaniment across all stages of film production from script development through distribution and exhibition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Laboratorio de Análisis y Clínica de Proyectos: Space for cinematic projects in development stage from Iberoamerica selected through calls for applications to receive advisories, master classes and panels.
• Taller Internacional de Guión
• Finaliza Lab
• Rally de Pitch de Coproducción Internacional
• Cine, Comunidad y Diversidad (CCD)
• Bolivia Lab En Corto
• Incubadora de Guion

Products and services

• Laboratorio de Análisis y Clínica de Proyectos A laboratory program where Iberoamerican film projects in development stage are selected through public calls to receive specialized advisories, master classes, and panels aimed at strengthening projects and generating future co-production ties.
• Taller Internacional de Guión An international screenwriting workshop where Iberoamerican film projects in first-draft script stage are selected to receive personalized advisories and mentorship from industry professionals.
• Finaliza Lab A post-production support program where film projects in final post-production stage are selected to receive advisories and meet with independent theater exhibitors, international festivals, distributors, and local television channels; includes completion incentives such as $10,000 USD post-production services from Filmo Estudios.
• Rally de Pitch de Coproducción Internacional An international virtual co-production pitch rally connecting filmmakers and producers with potential international co-production partners, featuring project presentations, masterclasses on co-production and pitching techniques; selects up to 30 projects (15 fiction, 15 documentary).
• Incubadora de Guion A screenplay incubator program providing intensive writing guidance and mentorship for screenwriters in early and intermediate development stages.
• Bolivia Lab En Corto A training laboratory and advisory program focused on short film development, providing screenwriting, production, and distribution training to strengthen emerging Bolivian short film projects; includes the Intensos Fulgores short film festival.
• Cine, Comunidad y Diversidad (CCD) A meeting point for film training spaces and filmmakers working with communities committed to cinema as a tool for social change, promoting diversity, inclusion, and cultural dialogue in Iberoamerican cinema.

Quantifiable outcome

• Projects developed through Bolivia Lab have gone on to premiere at international festivals including Festival de Málaga, Sundance, and win awards at regional festivals
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and supporting.

• Producen BoliviacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Film production company that develops multinational co-productions and training programs around audiovisual and cinema. Created Bolivia Lab platform in 2003 and serves as the primary organizer of the platform. Responsible for films including 'Cuando los hombres quedan solos' and '¿Por qué quebró Mc Donalds?'
• Gobierno Autónomo Municipal de La Paz (GAMLP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal government of La Paz supporting Bolivia Lab since its inception in 2009 to strengthen cultural management in the cinematographic area.
• Filmo EstudioskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerPost-production house for image and sound that accompanies Bolivia Lab from its beginnings, providing $10,000 USD post-production services to the Finaliza Lab winning project.
• Dolby AtmoskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerDolby supports Bolivia Lab's industry management and provides audio technology expertise and potential access to Dolby ATMOS mixing services for winning projects.
• Embajada de Francia en BoliviakeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench embassy establishing cultural ties with Bolivia. Featured as invited country for Bolivia Lab theme 'Conectando Identidades'. Awarded Luis Espinal recognition in 2021.
• Cooperación Francesa para los países AndinoskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Cooperation for Andean countries (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela) developing and strengthening cinematographic relations in the region.
• Tres Tribus CinekeyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBolivian film production company based in La Paz dedicated to cinematographic production, advertising and audiovisual training management. Part of Bolivia Lab and Cine: Comunidad, Diversidad networks.
• Sundance Film FestivalkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor international film festival providing industry connections and potential pathways for Bolivia Lab participants and alumni projects.
• Festival de MálagakeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpanish film festival organized by Málaga City Council. Bolivia Lab alumni films including 'Diógenes' have premiered at the festival. MAFIZ industry zone provides training opportunities.
• Cinemateca BolivianakeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerBolivian Cinematheque founded in 1976, promoting film preservation and screening. Provides venue support for Bolivia Lab events and film presentations.
• Latam CinemasupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInformation platform for Latin American film professionals. Collaborates with Bolivia Lab on publicity from launch through event execution to closing awards.
• Alianza Francesa (Santa Cruz and Cochabamba)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench cultural centers teaching French language and organizing various cultural activities in Bolivia.
• Festival ÍcarosupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLargest International Film Festival in Central America, providing regional network connections for Bolivia Lab participants.
• ADECINE - Agencia del Desarrollo del Cine y Audiovisual BolivianoskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerDecentralized public law institution promoting Bolivian cinematographic and audiovisual activity, development, production, postproduction, distribution, exhibition and cultural consumption.
• Universidad USFAsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversidad Privada San Francisco de Asís, Bolivian university providing educational partnership support.
• Universidad Mayor de San Andrés (UMSA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Bolivian public university partnering for student cinema education programs and joint activities with Bolivia Lab.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/BoliviaLab
• Instagraminstagram.com/redbolivialab
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bolivia-lab

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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