Rodrigo Roldán Pro

Rodrigo Roldán | Documentary Film Director & Audiovisual Producer

Rodrigo Roldán is a documentary film director, cinematographer, and executive producer based in Guatemala. Specializing in high-impact audiovisual storytelling and end-to-end project execution, Rodrigo is proficient in everything from creative conceptualization to advanced post-production and color grading.

Notable Projects & Cinematographic Vision

As a documentary filmmaker, his vision is to tell stories that challenge stereotypes and provoke deep sociological reflection. He is currently the Director and Showrunner for the feature documentary in pre-production “Disonancia Klínica”, a forensic thriller and sociological autopsy regarding impunity in Guatemala. In the corporate and investment sector, he directed and produced the documentary “Promised Land by TerreFunded,” operating as a one-man crew.

Industry Awards & Recognition

Rodrigo's narrative work has earned international validation and a presence in film festivals:

• A La Deriva: Nominated for the prestigious National ÍCARO festival (2025) and winner of the Best Audiovisual Narrative award at the UDEFEGUA Short Film Competition.
• FODA: Winner of the Best Audiovisual Production award at the LAVA Festival of the Universidad del Istmo (2024), with an honorable mention at the Antigua Film Festival and official selection at the Villa Nueva Showing in Madrid.

Technical & Academic Profile

Graduating Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Audiovisual Communication from the Universidad del Istmo. He is the creative director behind ISTUDIOS / ROMANCINE. His cutting-edge technical profile includes:

• Cinematography & Lighting: Expert in the Sony Alpha (A7III) ecosystem in 4K S-Log2, with international certifications in professional lighting schemes.
• Drone Operation: Certified pilot with an active license for aerial cinematography on international shoots.
• Production Management & AI Technologies: Specialist in budgeting structuring (P&L), complex logistical breakdowns, and a pioneer in integrating Artificial Intelligence (LLMs) workflows to optimize pre-production and data analysis.