Film Academy of Miroslav Ondříček in Písek

What Film Academy of Miroslav Ondříček in Písek does

The Film Academy of Miroslav Ondříček in Písek (FAMO) is a private film school operating through two Czech legal entities: Filmová akademie Miroslava Ondříčka v Písku, o.p.s. (a public-benefit corporation founded in 2004) and Soukromá vyšší odborná škola filmová, s.r.o. (SVOŠF, a private vocational film school founded in 1996 by Miloň and Vladana Terč). The combined institution, marketed as 'Filmové školy v Písku' (FAMO/SVOŠF), sits on Lipová alej in Písek, South Bohemia, with 23 employees and offers state-accredited Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in 'Multimedia Production' under the Czech Ministry of Education, valid until 2029 and recognized across the EU via the Bologna Declaration.

The school's academic portfolio spans short courses (Certificate, Diploma), three-year Bachelor's, two-year Master's, and SVOŠF's three-year higher vocational diploma (DiS.), with specializations in directing, cinematography, editing, sound, production, visual effects and animation, screenwriting, dramaturgy, and documentary. All teaching staff are practicing filmmakers and television creators. The core technology stack is traditional film and audio-visual production equipment, including 35mm film stock, animation studios, and post-production facilities. English-language programs are delivered under the IFS (International Film Studies) brand to attract non-Czech-speaking students.

The business model is tuition-driven with no disclosed external funding. Pricing is 6,500 EUR per semester for Bachelor's (≈ €13,000/year) and 7,500 EUR per semester for Master's (≈ €15,000/year), with a separate Czech-language pathway at 74,000 CZK/year from year two. International student enrollment is sourced through an Erasmus+ network spanning ~11 EU countries, study-abroad partnerships with Northern Virginia Community College (since 2018) and Texas A&M University (2025), international education fair attendance (ICE Berlin), and visa/relocation agency referrals. The institution claims 100% graduate employment and uses a Student Academy Award (2024, Oscar for 'The Compatriot') plus recurring Czech Lion, Cannes, Méliès, and VES nominations as primary marketing proof points.

Name

Film Academy of Miroslav Ondříček in Písek

Legal name

Filmová akademie Miroslava Ondříčka v Písku, o.p.s.

Website

https://filmovka.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Film Academy of Miroslav Ondříček in Písek (FAMO) is a private Czech film school offering accredited BA/MA programs plus short courses in multimedia production to international and domestic students, funded primarily through tuition and supported by Erasmus+, NOVA, and Texas A&M partnerships.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Písek

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

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Markets served

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B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Primary revenue from tuition fees charged for Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor, and Master degree programs. Fees vary by program and language of instruction (English vs Czech).

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Core offering

FAMO is a private higher art school offering accredited Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in Multimedia Production, with specializations in directing, documentary, cinematography, editing, sound, production, visual effects & animation, dramaturgy, and screenwriting. It runs alongside SVOŠF, a private higher vocational film school offering three-year diploma programs (DiS.). The institution also provides English-language IFS pathways (Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor, Master) for international students, summer film programs with partner universities, and Erasmus+ exchange opportunities.

Product overview

The Film Academy of Miroslav Ondříček in Písek operates as a comprehensive film education institution comprising two main schools: FAMO (Filmová akademie Miroslava Ondříčka), a private higher art school founded in 2004 offering accredited Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in Multimedia Production, and SVOŠF (Soukromá vyšší odborná škola filmová), a private higher professional film school established in 1996 offering three-year diploma programs. The institution also runs IFS (International Film Studies) offering English-language pathways including Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor, and Master programs for international students. Supporting offerings include the famoUS Summer Film Program with NOVA (Northern Virginia Community College), Erasmus+ exchange partnerships with European film schools, FAMO Productions for student film projects, and FilmUp foundation for student artistic support. The school provides specializations in directing, documentary, cinematography, editing, sound, production, visual effects & animation, dramaturgy, and screenwriting.

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Products and services

• FAMO Bachelor of Arts (Multimedia Production) - Czech language pathway 3-year Czech-language Bachelor's degree program in Multimedia Production with specializations in directing, documentary, cinematography, editing, sound, production, visual effects & animation, dramaturgy, and screenwriting. Accredited by Czech Ministry of Education; 1st year 6,500 EUR/semester, 2nd and 3rd year 74,000 CZK per academic year.
• FAMO Bachelor of Arts (Multimedia Production) - English language pathway 3-year (6 semesters) English-language Bachelor's degree program in Multimedia Production with study majors in Screenwriting, Directing, Production, Cinematography, Sound, Editing, Documentary Film, Animation and Special FX. Tuition: 6,500 EUR per semester. Accredited by Czech Ministry of Education.
• FAMO Master of Arts (Multimedia Production) 2-year (4 semesters) Master's degree program with specializations in Screenwriting and Directing, Cinematography, Sound design, Production, and Animation. Tuition: 7,500 EUR per semester. Accredited by Czech Ministry of Education.
• SVOŠF (Soukromá vyšší odborná škola filmová) - Higher Professional Film School Private higher professional film school offering three-year higher professional studies leading to the title DiS. (Diplomovaný specialista) in Multimedia Production. Founded in 1996 by Miloň and Vladana Terč. Part of the school network under the Czech Ministry of Education.
• Certificate Film Course (IFS) One-semester Fall semester course introducing basics of filmmaking disciplines including theory and practical exercises. Output: Film Course Certificate. Tuition: 6,500 EUR per semester. Designed for international students seeking foundational film education.
• Diploma Film Course (IFS) Two-semester film course (Fall and Spring semesters) focusing on deepening theoretical knowledge and practical skills with final project 'The Silent Etude'. Output: Film Course Diploma. Tuition: 6,500 EUR per semester. Allows continuation to Bachelor program from 2nd year.
• famoUS Summer Film Program Annual study abroad program conducted in June for NOVA students, providing cooperative film projects with Czech film students, workshops with film professionals, and cultural activities. Also offers 2nd-year transfer pathway into BA program.
• Erasmus+ Exchange Program EU-funded exchange program allowing students to study or undertake internships at partner institutions across Europe. Includes study mobilities and work placements at partner institutions in Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, and Spain.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% graduate employment rate in film industry
• +3 more outcomes

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Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Texas A&M University - Department of Communication and JournalismminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 202511-week collaborative project where FAMO and Texas A&M students work together to create short films for social media use.
• Les Films de l'Europe (France)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partner in 'Unboxed Democratic Youth' Erasmus+ KA210-YOU project focused on fostering democratic participation among youth through filmmaking.
• Asociacija IVAIGO (Lithuania)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partner in 'Unboxed Democratic Youth' Erasmus+ project teaching audio-visual and digital skills to young people for civic participation.
• Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Annual summer film program since 2018 for NOVA students. Students prepare screenplays in USA before arriving, then shoot and do post-production in Písek. Also offers 2nd-year transfer pathway into BA program. Students work with FAMO peers and Slovak actors from Church Conservatory Bratislava.
• Cirkevné konzervatórium v Bratislave (Church Conservatory Bratislava)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSlovak acting conservatory providing actors and actresses for joint film projects with NOVA and FAMO students during summer programs.
• New Bulgarian UniversityminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner institution for study mobility. Cinema, Advertising and Show Business program taught in English (B2 minimum).
• Tallinn University - Baltic Film SchoolminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for film studies exchange with School of Digital Technologies.
• Tampere University of Applied Sciences (Finland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Department of Media and Arts exchanges.
• Rheinmain University of Applied Sciences (Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Media: Conception and Production department exchanges.
• Aristotle University in Thessaloniki (Greece)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for School of Film exchanges.
• University of Theatre and Film Arts Budapest (Hungary)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Audiovisual techniques and Media Production (Bachelors/Masters), studies in English (B1 minimum).
• University of Silesia in Katowice (Poland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Department of Radio and Television exchanges.
• Lusófona University (Portugal)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Film and Media Arts department exchanges.
• Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava (Slovakia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Film Faculty exchanges, studies in Slovak (B2 minimum).
• Academy of Arts in Banská Bystrica (Slovakia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Faculty of Dramatic Arts, studies in Slovak or English (B2 minimum).
• CEU Cardenal Herrera University (Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Faculty of Audiovisual Communications, studies in Spanish (B2 minimum).
• University of Design, Innovation and Technology (Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorErasmus+ partner for Design and Creative Industries. Animation program in Spanish (B2), Graphic Design and Multimedia in English (B2).
• Czech CentersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEU-wide cultural promotion organization under Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Provides work placement opportunities for students in cultural project support and documentation.
• FEST - New Directors New Films Festival (Portugal)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFestival organization provides work placement opportunities for festival documentation, marketing, and event support.
• International Film Festival ZOOM - ZBLIŻENIA (Poland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFestival in Jelenia Góra offers work placements in organizational, documentation, and promotional roles.
• Caucasus Film Production (Italy)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBologna-based film production company specializing in auteur cinema and documentaries. Offers work placements for students.
• Alventio (Fuerteventura, Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAudiovisual production company in Canary Islands offering full-range production work and drone/aerial services.
• Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation (Greece)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNon-profit marine conservation organization offering work placements in environmental documentary support.
• Foreigners.czminorOthersVisa and residency assistance agency specializing in nostrification, document translation. FAMO students receive 10% discount.
• PEXPATSminorOthersExpat services provider assisting with Czech visas, health insurance, housing, document recognition for international students.
• Czech TelevisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual Film Accelerator competition for student film projects. Provides co-production and financial support to winning projects. Long-running Student Film Marathon partnership with Summer Film School Uherské Hradiště.

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Broad incumbents

• London Film School: Established UK-based graduate film school offering MA Filmmaking and other specializations. Comparable as a premium international film school with English-language programs, though larger and more established.
• National Film and Television School (NFTS) UK: UK's premier film school with MA programs across directing, cinematography, animation, and screenwriting. Comparable as a top-tier international film school with strong industry recognition and Oscar-winning alumni.

Direct peers

• Deutsche Film- und Fernsehakademie Berlin (DFFB): Berlin-based independent film school offering graduate directing programs with strong festival track record. Compares as a small, prestige-focused European film school with English-language programs and renowned alumni.
• Film and TV School of Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU): Czech state-funded film school and one of Europe's oldest film academies, offering BA, MA, and doctoral programs in directing, cinematography, editing, sound, and documentary. FAMO is a direct competitor in the Czech film-education market, though FAMU is a public institution with broader international name recognition.
• University of Theatre and Film Arts Budapest (SzFE): Hungary's primary film school offering BA and MA programs in film and television with English-language instruction. Comparable Erasmus+ partner competing for similar international student cohort.
• National Film School (Łódź Film School): Poland's flagship state film school in Łódź offering undergraduate and graduate programs in directing, cinematography, editing, and animation. Comparable Central European public film school and Erasmus+ partner.
• New Bulgarian University – Cinema, Advertising and Show Business: Bulgarian private university offering English-language film programs. Direct peer via Erasmus+ partnership and similar private/English-medium positioning for international students in Central/Eastern Europe.
• Tallinn University Baltic Film, Media, Arts and Communication School: Estonian film school at Tallinn University offering English-language BA and MA programs in film and media. Erasmus+ partner with similar small-scale, English-medium positioning for international students.
• Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava (VŠMU): Slovakia's national film school offering Film and Television faculty programs including directing, cinematography, editing, and screenwriting. Direct peer via Erasmus+ partnership and similar post-Bologna degree structure.

Regional players

• Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA): U.S. community college partner that sends students annually for FAMO's Summer Film Program and 2nd-year BA transfer pathway. Functions as a feeder institution rather than a direct competitor, demonstrating FAMO's outreach into the U.S. market.

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• Instagraminstagram.com/filmove_skoly_v_pisku/?hl=cs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/filmov%C3%A1-akademie-miroslava-ond%C5%99%C3%AD%C4%8Dka-v-p%C3%ADsku

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