Alexander Filippov Rector and founder of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting Ostankino Date of Birth: 26.11.1966 Country: Russia

Alexander Filippov: Rector and Founder of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino"

Alexander Filippov is the Rector and Founder of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino" and an Academician of the International Academy of Television and Radio of Eurasian countries. He is also a recipient of the Order of "Honor. Courage. Valor". Born on November 26, 1966, he has a background in television production and has worked alongside renowned television figures such as Ilya Prudovsky, a Honored Artist of Russia, Dina Grigorieva, a Honored Artist of the RSFSR and a top-rated announcer, Tatiana Sudets, a Soviet and Russian television presenter and announcer, and Svetlana Zhiltsova, a Soviet television presenter and a Honored Artist of the RSFSR, among others. These individuals played a crucial role in the development of Russian television, and it was during his time working with them that Filippov conceived the idea of establishing an educational institution to train qualified professionals for the television and radio industry. In the 1990s, there was little training available for television specialties, with universities primarily focused on technical and economic fields. In 1999, Alexander Filippov opened the Higher School of Cinema and Television "Ostankino". The first group of students consisted of 13 people, and classes were held in a small studio in the Ostankino Television Center. Today, the Higher School of Cinema and Television educates approximately one thousand students annually.
The Birth of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino"

The rapid development of the School led to the realization that education in the field of television and radio broadcasting in Russia was in high demand and required a more comprehensive approach. This led to the establishment of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino" in 2003. The government of Moscow supported the Institute and its subdivisions in obtaining the rights to use the names "Ostankino" and "Moscow". It is worth noting that the Television Technical Center officially became known as "Ostankino" only in 2004, previously being named the "Television Technical Center named after the 50th anniversary of October". Currently, the Institute offers faculties in journalism, directing, management, sound production, film studies, design and fashion, advertising and public relations, international journalism, international relations, foreign languages, as well as a theater and cinematography faculty. In 2014, the conglomerate consisting of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino", the Higher School of Cinema and Television, and the Children's Academy will celebrate its 15th anniversary since its establishment.
Alexander Filippov's Vision and Impact

Alexander Filippov emphasizes that students at the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting should have a true passion for television. Merely desiring a diploma is not enough to benefit from the education provided. To become a professional, one must have the motivation to work in the television industry and stay there. There are numerous examples of students who traveled from small towns or remote villages, overcoming great distances, to study at the Higher School and are now working in various professions in the television industry. The Institute welcomes creative, dynamic, confident, sociable, and open-minded students. It provides high-quality equipment, its own newspaper, radio, and soon a television channel, allowing students to develop as journalists, directors, and writers. According to Alexander Filippov, the current media landscape allows any student to make a difference in television. Technological advancements have made television accessible to everyone, without the need for connections or large amounts of money. However, the content produced by the media remains a critical concern. In Filippov's opinion, the current state of television in Russia is morally low, and television reflects the level of a country's culture. The quality of transmitted information, whether it be in music, entertainment, or scientific content, depends on those who work in the modern television industry.
Recognitions and Future Plans

The Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino" has received high praise for its work. In 2011, it became the only educational institution to be awarded the prestigious "Consumer Rights" prize. The laureate diploma was signed by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Prize, the head of the Federal Service for Supervision of Consumer Rights Protection and Human Well-Being, Gennady Onishchenko. In March 2013, the Institute was honored with gratitude by the Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, Sergei Zheleznyak, for its significant contribution to the creative, spiritual, and moral development of Russian youth, the formation of moral values, the strengthening of the country's human resources, and the understanding of the importance of educational activities. Alexander Filippov plans to focus on developing student life, attracting more interesting teachers, opening a youth internet television channel, and acquiring equipment that can be used not only for learning but also for live broadcasts. The work of the Public Council "Media and Culture," which includes prominent individuals such as Henry Borovik, Sergei Zheleznyak, Vsevolod Bogdanov, Sergei Kokovkin, Oleg Marusev, Tatiana Pushkina, Daniil Spivakovski, Alla Surikova, Dmitry Talankin, Andrey Dementyev, Nikita Lushnikov, and Alexander Filippov himself, is also a priority. Alexander Vladimirovich has been happily married to his wife Yulia for six years. She serves as his inspiration and actively contributes to the development of the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting "Ostankino". In his free time, Alexander Filippov enjoys listening to classical music, old rock, and jazz on vinyl records. He particularly appreciates Bach for his autumnal and slightly melancholic mood. He also has an interest in psychology, in which he has been involved extensively, and photography. The most significant achievement in his life, at this stage, is the birth of his son, Alexander, which fills him with an enduring sense of infinite happiness.