What Projeto Paradiso does

Projeto Paradiso is a Brazilian non-profit film and audiovisual talent development foundation, established in 2019 and maintained by Instituto Olga Rabinovich, a civil association without profit purposes based in São Paulo. The organization operates a platform-plus-modules architecture that combines financial support, professional development, and international exchange for Brazilian audiovisual professionals. Its core program portfolio includes the Incubadora Paradiso (project development incubator), Aceleradora Paradiso (market-access accelerator), Bolsas e Prêmios (international scholarships and awards), Residências (international residencies including Casaquarium Paradiso, Cité Internationale des Arts, and Nipkow Programm), Paradiso Multiplica (free knowledge-dissemination masterclasses), Rede Paradiso de Talentos (an alumni talent network of 270+ professionals), Brasil no Mundo (international festival and market support), Cursos e Seminários (courses), and Publicações (research including 'Clima em Cena' audience intelligence study).

The organization delivers no technology products; its value is built on human-curated programming, mentorship, and institutional partnerships. Beneficiaries are screenwriters, directors, producers, cinematographers, editors, and researchers across Brazil, with specific programs targeting underrepresented groups (women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Indigenous, and peripheral filmmakers) and students from underrepresented regions (North, Northeast, Center-West). Programs are free to participants, funded by Instituto Olga Rabinovich. Project Paradiso operates a community-led go-to-market model via social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Canal Paradiso YouTube), email newsletter, and a dense referral network of more than 25 partner institutions in Brazil and internationally, including Sundance Institute, EICTV (Cuba), Film Independent, EAVE, Torino Film Lab, IFFR Rotterdam, Festival des 3 Continents, and Festival de Biarritz. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed; the organization is staffed by 1-10 employees and operates from São Paulo.

Name

Projeto Paradiso

Legal name

Instituto Olga Rabinovich

Website

https://projetoparadiso.org.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Projeto Paradiso is a Brazilian non-profit foundation (maintained by Instituto Olga Rabinovich) that develops audiovisual talent through scholarships, incubation, residencies, an international exchange program, and a 270+ member talent network, serving screenwriters, directors, and producers across Brazil.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Institutional funding and grants: Projeto Paradiso is maintained by Instituto Olga Rabinovich, a civil association without profit purposes based in São Paulo. Its funding comes from institutional support, grants, and likely donations — all directed toward funding scholarships, prizes, residencies, and operational programs for Brazilian audiovisual talent.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Projeto Paradiso is a Brazilian non-profit film-industry initiative that provides scholarships and prizes (Bolsas e Prêmios), an incubator (Incubadora Paradiso), an accelerator (Aceleradora Paradiso), international residencies, free masterclasses (Paradiso Multiplica), an alumni talent network (Rede Paradiso de Talentos), international festival support (Brasil no Mundo), and industry publications to develop Brazilian audiovisual talent and connect it to global opportunities. Programs are delivered free of charge to selected individual beneficiaries and funded by Instituto Olga Rabinovich and institutional partners.

Product overview

Projeto Paradiso is a non-profit organization (maintained by Instituto Olga Rabinovich) that operates as a comprehensive platform of programs supporting the professional growth of Brazilian audiovisual talents. The organization functions as a platform-plus-modules architecture, with its core offerings including the Incubadora Paradiso (incubator for project development), Bolsas e Prêmios (scholarships for international training), Aceleradora Paradiso (accelerator for market access), and Residências (international residencies). Supporting infrastructure programs include Paradiso Multiplica (knowledge sharing), Rede de Talentos (talent network), Cursos e Seminários (courses), Publicações (publications), Brasil no Mundo (international support), and Projetos Especiais (special projects). The organization focuses on storytelling development, script support, project development, and audience intelligence, connecting Brazilian professionals with global industry opportunities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Incubadora Paradiso Incubator program that supports the development of audiovisual projects for Brazilian filmmakers through mentorship, resources, and access to industry networks.
• Bolsas e Prêmios Paradiso Scholarships and awards providing financial support and grants for Brazilian audiovisual professionals to attend international training programs, workshops, and labs such as EICTV, Film Independent, Sundance, Torino Film Lab, EAVE, Rotterdam Lab, and BAL-LAB.
• Brasil no Mundo Program supporting Brazilian audiovisual projects in international festivals and markets, providing visibility, networking, and on-the-ground support abroad.
• Cursos e Seminários Educational courses and seminars providing training and professional development for audiovisual industry professionals.
• Aceleradora Paradiso Accelerator program designed to fast-track the development and market access of selected audiovisual projects.
• Residências Paradiso Residency programs offering filmmakers the opportunity to develop projects in specialized environments, often in international locations such as Cité Internationale des Arts (Paris) and Nipkow Programm (Berlin).
• Paradiso Multiplica Knowledge-dissemination program where professionals who received Paradiso support share their expertise free of charge with institutions across Brazil.
• Rede Paradiso de Talentos Talent network connecting 270+ audiovisual professionals who have received scholarships and support from Projeto Paradiso, facilitating ongoing collaboration and professional development.
• Publicações Paradiso Publications including industry research, studies, and reports (e.g., the 'Clima em Cena' audience-intelligence research) produced or supported by Projeto Paradiso.
• Show me the Fund International program connecting Brazilian audiovisual professionals with funding opportunities and international markets.
• Projetos Especiais Special projects including unique initiatives and collaborations that fall outside the standard program categories.

Quantifiable outcome

• 270+ professionals supported and tracked through the Rede Paradiso de Talentos
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• SpcinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpcine (São Paulo Cinema) is a key strategic partner for Paradiso Multiplica, delivering joint masterclasses, courses, and mentorship programs. The partnership has provided 80+ free course vacancies in audiovisual production and distribution, benefiting members of the Rede Paradiso de Talentos.
• Escuela Internacional de Cine y TV (EICTV), CubacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEICTV hosts the annual Maestría en Escrita Criativa de Roteiro Audiovisual, for which Projeto Paradiso has provided scholarships (Bolsa Paradiso) for Brazilian participants for eight consecutive years. The program covers full tuition, airfare, and living expenses for selected candidates from North/Center-West Brazil.
• Film Independent (Los Angeles, USA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFilm Independent's Screenwriting Lab is supported by the Bolsa Paradiso (R$20,000), covering airfare and lodging for one Brazilian participant. Projeto Paradiso's executive director conducts live Q&A sessions to support Brazilian applicants.
• EAVE (European Audiovisual Entrepreneurs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEAVE Producers Workshop is supported by Projeto Paradiso through partial scholarships covering program fees and one workshop module's travel costs. The workshop involves three residential modules across European cities (Luxembourg, Finland) over one year.
• ABRA (Associação Brasileira de Autores Roteiristas)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerABRA is a key industry partner. Projeto Paradiso partnered with ABRA on the 'Clima em Cena' research study and on a free online course on character construction in screenwriting, featuring trans characters.
• Torino Film Lab (TFL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple TFL programs (TFL Next – TV Series, TFL Green Narratives, TFL Extended Script Development, TFL Extended Audience Design) are supported by Bolsa Paradiso scholarships for Brazilian participants, including screenwriters and producers.
• Sundance InstitutemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSundance Institute's Episodic Lab and Feature Film Program are supported with international airfare scholarships for Brazilian participants selected by Sundance.
• Vitrine FilmesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVitrine Filmes serves as an acquisition partner, awarding distribution contracts to winning projects in laboratories such as BrLab and Prêmio Cabíria. Several Rede Paradiso de Talentos members have received Vitrine Filmes acquisition awards.
• Prêmio CabíriamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrêmio Cabíria de Roteiro partners with Projeto Paradiso for joint mentorship and prize initiatives. Rede Paradiso de Talentos members have won and been mentored through this award, with winners receiving acquisition deals from Vitrine Filmes.
• FRAPAmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFRAPA (Festival de Roteiro Audiovisual de Passo Fundo) is a major screenwriting competition in Latin America. Projeto Paradiso partners with FRAPA through Paradiso Multiplica mentorship and awards prizes including the Prêmio Paradiso de Melhor Longa-metragem.
• Porto Iracema das Artes / Cena 15 LabmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Cena 15 screenplay development laboratory at Porto Iracema das Artes partners with Projeto Paradiso for mentorship and awards. Multiple Rede Paradiso de Talentos members have won Paradiso prizes at Cena 15.
• Laboratório GriotminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Griot Laboratory (screenplay development) received support from Paradiso Multiplica, with Rede Paradiso de Talentos members providing mentorship to selected projects.
• NordesteLABminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe NordesteLAB university laboratory received support from Paradiso Multiplica, with mentorship from Rede Paradiso de Talentos members for projects in development.
• Películas Negras LABminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPelículas Negras LAB (Black Film Laboratory) partners with Paradiso Multiplica for mentorship of winning projects by Ana do Carmo, a Rede Paradiso de Talentos member and Saturnema Filmes CEO.
• Cine Qua Non LabmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCine Qua Non Lab (Mexico) partners with Projeto Paradiso through the Script Revision Lab and Taller de Revisión de Guión en Español, with Bolsa Paradiso supporting Brazilian participants.
• Festival des 3 Continents / Production and Storytelling (PAS)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe PAS workshop at Festival des 3 Continents in Nantes, France is supported by Bolsa Paradiso, covering the participation fee (€250) for a Brazilian director-producer duo and integrating them into the Rede Paradiso de Talentos.
• International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) / Rotterdam LabmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRotterdam Lab (during IFFR) is supported with participation for Brazilian producers. Rede Paradiso de Talentos members (e.g., Joelma Gonzaga) have represented Brazilian projects at Rotterdam.
• Festival de Biarritz / BAL-LABmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBAL-LAB (Biarritz Animation Lab) partners with Bolsa Paradiso for scholarships supporting Brazilian animation and fiction writers and directors.
• Cité Internationale des Arts (Paris)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCité Internationale des Arts in Paris hosts residency programs for Brazilian audiovisual professionals supported by Paradiso scholarships. Rede Paradiso de Talentos members including Safira Moreira and Lincoln Péricles were selected for residencies in 2026.
• Midpoint InstitutemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMidpoint Institute's Writers' Room and TV Series programs are supported by Bolsa Paradiso for Brazilian screenwriters. Alumni include Maíra Oliveira and Bruno Borges (Midpoint Writers' Room 2025).
• Festival Visões PeriféricasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFestival Visões Periféricas (Peripheral Visions Film Festival) partners with Paradiso Multiplica for masterclasses delivered by Rede Paradiso de Talentos members.
• IndieLisboaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndieLisboa Lab (Portugal) partners with Bolsa Paradiso for screenwriter support. Thalita Rubio was selected for IndieLisboa Lab in 2026.
• Columbia University (NY)minorOthersColumbia University is the alma mater of Pedro Coutinho (Rede Paradiso de Talentos), who developed his scriptwriting expertise there and now delivers screenplay workshops for Paradiso Multiplica. Not a formal institutional partnership.
• Nipkow Programm (Germany)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNipkow Programm (Berlin) is a film residency program. Daniel Barosa was selected through the Paradiso Residências program for the Nipkow Programm in 2026.
• Show me the FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShow me the Fund is listed as a linked program under the Paradiso programs menu, suggesting a content or informational partnership around film funding opportunities.
• FAM (Festival Audiovisual Multimídia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFAM festival received Paradiso Multiplica mentorship support from Incubadora Paradiso 2020 alumni Higor Gomes and Ulisses Arthur for selected projects.
• SAPI (Mercado Audiovisual Centro-Oeste)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSAPI (Central-West Audiovisual Market) partnered with Paradiso Multiplica for mentorship of Prêmio CORA winners. Mentors included Mariana Thomé, Beatriz Seigner, and Rafaela Camelo.
• Enterteinment + Culture Pavilion / Good EnergyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThese organizations co-produced the 'Clima em Cena' research survey on audience intelligence, alongside ABRA and Projeto Paradiso.
• Festival de Cinema de TorontominorOthersListed under Brasil no Mundo 2026 supports as a market/festival where Brazilian projects can receive Projeto Paradiso support.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Midpoint Institute: Midpoint Institute runs the Writers' Room and TV Series training programs for screenwriters and producers, with intensive residential modules in Europe. Paradiso funds Brazilian screenwriters' participation, making Midpoint a direct peer in screenwriting-talent development with international cohort structure.
• Film Independent: Film Independent is a US non-profit that runs the Screenwriting Lab, Producing Lab, and Spirit Awards. Projeto Paradiso sponsors a Brazilian fellow into Film Independent's Screenwriting Lab each year, making it a direct mission and operational peer — non-profit talent development with lab + grant model.
• La Cinéfondation: La Cinéfondation is the Cannes Festival's residency and support arm for young filmmakers globally, including the Atelier co-production event. It is a direct peer in non-profit cinematic talent development with international placement focus.
• Sundance Institute: Sundance Institute is a US non-profit running labs, fellowships, and grants for independent filmmakers (Feature Film Program, Episodic Lab). It is the closest direct peer to Projeto Paradiso in mission, structure and operational model — non-profit foundation supporting emerging film talent through labs, residencies and international exchange.
• Locarno Open Doors: Locarno Open Doors focuses on filmmakers from underrepresented regions of the Global South, providing co-production support and industry exposure. It is a direct peer to Paradiso in targeting emerging Southern-hemisphere filmmakers for global market integration.
• Torino Film Lab: Torino Film Lab (TFL) is a European lab running script, series and audience-design programs for emerging writers, directors and producers from around the world. TFL is a direct peer because Paradiso places Brazilian fellows in TFL programs (TFL Next, Green Narratives, Extended Script Development), mirroring TFL's core audience-development mission.
• EAVE (European Audiovisual Entrepreneurs): EAVE runs the Producers Workshop, one of the world's leading training and networking programs for film producers, with three residential modules across European cities. Paradiso directly funds Brazilian producers' participation, making EAVE a direct peer in producer-talent development.
• International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR): IFFR runs Rotterdam Lab and the Hubert Bals Fund, supporting emerging producers and directors from diverse regions with co-production and lab placements. Paradiso funds Brazilian producers' participation in Rotterdam Lab, making IFFR a direct peer in festival-anchored talent development.

Regional players

• Spcine: Spcine (São Paulo Cinema) is the São Paulo municipal film agency that runs training, development and exhibition programs. It is a regional peer that co-delivers Paradiso Multiplica courses and shares the Brazilian-market focus, though Spcine is a public agency rather than a private foundation.
• BrLab: BrLab is a Brazilian script and project development laboratory held annually in Rio de Janeiro, focused on feature film and series development. As a Brazilian-market peer offering similar lab/development services, it is comparable in mission but operates regionally rather than with Paradiso's international placement emphasis.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses3 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/projeto-paradiso
• Instagraminstagram.com/projetoparadiso

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Profiles1 record

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