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11/5/25

Choosing your film school in Paris during the AMCA open house

When it comes to choosing a film school, nothing beats direct immersion. Open days offer a valuable opportunity for future students and their families to discover an institution from the inside. Although brochures and websites provide an initial overview, an in-person visit is essential to see the school's facilities, feel the atmosphere of the premises and judge the seriousness of the school.
Digital camera test during the visit to the AMCA film school by future students and their families.

Discover professional audiovisual equipment and plan ahead

During these days, visitors can explore The classrooms, the common areas And theglobal environment around the school (playground for student outdoor filming). But above all, the professional audiovisual equipment that future students will use throughout their studies as part of their practical work:

  • 4K digital cameras (Red, Arri)
  • high-end sound equipment
  • professional editing stations with Adore Premiere Pro software licenses
  • soundproof film studios
  • calibration room equipped with Da Vinci software
  • audio mixing room
  • TV control

This immersion allows you to better project yourself into the daily future of the student and to assess whether the institution meets your expectations. Feeling the general atmosphere, seeing the infrastructures and discovering the equipment are key elements to observe before send your application.

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Meet the teaching team and active professional speakers

Open days are also an opportunity to meet the teaching teams And the professional speakers (all working in parallel with their interventions at school), particularly in the fields of cinema and audiovisual, as well as the training managers. These exchanges make it possible to ask specific questions about The course program, The schedule, the spirit of the school, the teaching methods And the admission procedures. The answers provided offer a clearer vision and a personal feeling about the establishment, essential to make your choice.

Scripting is a complex job that is often summed up in misunderstandings, which are actually the tip of the iceberg. It is a job that requires a lot of concentration and technical knowledge.“Excerpt fromInterview with Nolwenn Letanoux, script and former student of M. Benichou, director of AMCA.

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Why visit AMCA Paris?

Participating in an open day at AMCA means immersing yourself in a environment dedicated to training and feel the energy that animates the school. This first contact is important, not only for future students, but also for the teaching team, because it poses The foundations of a relationship of trust. This experience can be decisive in the final choice of your training location.

In short, the AMCA open days are much more than a simple visit: they allow you to transform an abstract idea of “make movies”, into a tangible reality of Becoming a film student, thus facilitating an informed decision for your future or that of your child.

In other words,
The AMCA is

A team of passionate teachers.

At AMCA, we are convinced that passion is the driving force behind all sustainable learning. This is why our teaching team is made up of film and audiovisual professionals who have made the choice to pass on their knowledge with rigor, but above all with enthusiasm. Directors, cinematographers, editors, screenwriters, screenwriters, sound engineers or producers, our teachers share concrete experience in the field, enriched by years of practice. Their mission: to offer much more than technical education.

They inspire, guide and support each student in their uniqueness, to help them affirm a personal vision of cinema. Far from impersonal lectures, our workshops favour interaction, constructive criticism and ongoing dialogue. This strong human bond between teachers and students contributes to creating a dynamic and stimulating learning environment. Thanks to this proximity, each student benefits from individualized follow-up, adapted to their development and ambitions. At AMCA, you will not only learn a profession: you will discover a community of image makers, committed to the emergence of a new generation of daring filmmakers.suivi individualisé, adapté à son évolution et à ses ambitions. À l’AMCA, tu n’apprendras pas seulement un métier : tu découvriras une communauté d’artisans de l’image, engagés à faire émerger une nouvelle génération de cinéastes audacieux.

Premises equipped with the latest equipment.

Learning cinema today also means mastering tools that meet professional standards. This is why AMCA provides its students with an exceptional technical environment. Our premises, designed to promote creativity and collaboration, are equipped with the latest generation of audiovisual equipment. 4K digital cameras, high-end sound equipment, professional editing stations, professional editing stations, soundproof studios, calibration room, mixing room, TV control rooms: each space is designed to reproduce real shooting and post-production conditions. Whether for educational exercises or personal projects, our students have free and supervised access to these equipment throughout their training.locaux, conçus pour favoriser la créativité et la collaboration, sont équipés de matériel audiovisuel de dernière génération. Caméras numériques 4K, équipements son haut de gamme, stations de montage professionnelles, studios insonorisés, salle d’étalonnage, salle de mixage, régies TV : chaque espace est pensé pour reproduire les conditions réelles de tournage et de postproduction. Que ce soit pour des exercices pédagogiques ou des projets personnels, nos étudiants ont un accès libre et encadré à ces équipements tout au long de leur formation.

The objective is clear: to allow everyone to become familiar with the tools used in the industry from the first year, in order to be fully operational at the end of school. This technological immersion is reinforced by regular training in reference software (DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Pro Tools, After Effects...). At AMCA, we believe that technical mastery is inseparable from creative freedom. It is by giving yourself the right tools that you will be able to create images that look like you.

Partnerships with the big names in cinema.

The AMCA forges strong links with major cinema and audiovisual professionals and institutions, to open the doors of the real world to its students. These partnerships take multiple forms: masterclasses with recognized directors and technicians, acting workshops with established actors, writing residencies in collaboration with festivals, co-production projects with partner studios, visits to film sets... Thanks to these privileged connections, our students can enrich their learning in direct contact with those who make today's cinema.

These exchanges also offer numerous opportunities for internships, film assistants or participation in festivals. The school is thus thought of as a real springboard towards professional integration. These collaborations also feed into our educational program, which is continuously updated in line with changes in the industry. We believe that meeting the big names in the sector stimulates ambition, cultivates high standards and offers future filmmakers a wider perspective on the realities of the profession. At AMCA, you will never be alone: you will be surrounded, supported and inspired by a network in motion.insertion professionnelle. Ces collaborations nourrissent aussi notre programme pédagogique, continuellement actualisé en fonction des mutations de l’industrie. Nous croyons que la rencontre avec les grands noms du secteur stimule l’ambition, cultive l’exigence et offre aux futurs cinéastes un regard plus vaste sur les réalités du métier. À l’AMCA, tu ne seras jamais seul·e : tu seras entouré·e, soutenu·e et inspiré·e par un réseau en mouvement.

Follow-up even in the professional world.

Entering AMCA means embarking on a structuring journey, which does not end with the diploma. Our mission is to support each student beyond training, until their integration into the world of work. From the last year, we offer personalized support for professional integration: writing artistic files, preparing for calls for projects, helping to create a business or an intermittent status, networking with recruiters or producers, etc.

Numerous mechanisms are in place to facilitate this transition: pitch events, job advertising platforms, individual coaching, interview preparation modules, mentoring by former students. This follow-up is possible thanks to a strong link with our network of alumni, who are regularly asked to intervene or recruit. The world of cinema is demanding, sometimes unstable: we want each graduate to come out equipped, confident, ready to adapt. The AMCA is not only a school: it is an ecosystem that continues to support you, even once you are in active life. Because making a movie, setting up a production company or joining a film crew requires preparation. And that's what we're here for.

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