Welcome to The Loop Lab! The Loop Lab began in 2017 as an ambitious effort to create opportunities for young people (opportunity youth) in underestimated communities, focusing on addressing youth violence and substance abuse through pathways to careers in Pro Av and media arts. What started as a single program offering free professional development for opportunity youth has grown into a thriving nonprofit social enterprise with multiple locations across Greater Boston.

Today, The Loop Lab serves high school students and apprentices with dynamic tuition-free and paid programming that combines workforce training and real-world experience. Our commitment to tuition-free education ensures that participants can access top-tier professional audio-visual and media arts training without financial barriers. Through our innovative curriculum, we empower youth to build sustainable careers in digital storytelling, audio-video production, and creative industries.

Expanding Our Reach

With a growing presence in Greater Boston, The Loop Lab has become a hub for cultivating creativity, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit. We are proud to serve a diverse community of participants, providing paid work opportunities, college credit pathways, and hands-on experience that prepares them for success in the media arts sector.

Our programs now include:

  • High School Initiatives: Engaging young creatives early, we offer media arts workshops and mentorships that introduce students to the possibilities of careers in the creative economy.

  • Apprenticeships: For opportunity youth, our paid apprenticeships provide rigorous training, mentorship, and professional experience to launch their careers in audio-visual and media production.

  • Free Programming: True to our origins, all of our programs remain tuition-free, ensuring access to quality training and resources for all participants.

At The Loop Lab, we believe in the transformative power of storytelling and the limitless potential of youth when given the tools and opportunities to thrive. Join us in shaping the future of media arts and empowering the next generation of creative leaders.

The Loop Lab is a 501(c)(3) organization. Our Tax ID# is 82-3829806.