Ever imagined building the sets that shape your favorite shows and movies? Now’s your chance! The Pittsburgh Film Office, I.A.T.S.E. Local 489, and Reel Works have teamed up to create a no-cost training program that prepares local residents to become in-demand shop craftspeople (carpenters) for television and film.
📋 Program Snapshot
- What: Hands-on shop craft (carpentry) training for film & TV
- Where: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (within 50 mile radius of downtown)
- Cost: FREE — plus a paid stipend for all trainees
- Perks: Direct pipeline to union jobs with I.A.T.S.E. Local 489
Talent Application
🛠️ Why This Rocks
✅ Industry-led instruction — learn exactly what productions need
✅ Stipend pay while you train
✅ Union pathway to steady, well-paid crew work
✅ Build, install, and strike real sets — from intricate interiors to massive exterior builds
✅ Perfect for anyone who loves working with their hands in a creative, fast-paced world
👀 Who Should Apply?
- Age 18+
- Pennsylvania resident living within 50 miles of downtown Pittsburgh
- Comfortable with hand & power tools (blueprint reading a plus)
- Serious interest in a film/TV career — newcomers or career-changers welcome!
🚀 How to Apply
- Visit createpa.org/shop-craft (or tap ➡️ createpa.org/shop-craft)
- Fill out the online application form
- Submit any required docs & await next-step instructions
Spots are limited—apply ASAP to grab your seat in the workshop!
✅ Quick Recap — Why You Should Jump In
Learn from seasoned pros, build a killer résumé, and join Pittsburgh’s growing production scene
Free professional training + stipend
Real pathway to union work on movies, series, and streaming shows
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