Writers Resources

WRITER'S RESOURCES: Looking for a FREE program to format your script and previsualize your film? Try: Celtxltx

Visit the Writers Computer Store for one stop shopping on your script supplies and software needs.

Read interviews with professional screenwriters at the Writers Guild of America.

Read favorite screenplays for inspiration.

Upcoming Events

Take-A-Shot Contest Kick-Off/FREE Showing of YERT 1.29.12
Alert '12 Finalists: Early March
THE WRITER'S PITCH: 3.17.12 - University of Pittsburgh
THE DIRECTOR'S PITCH: 4.14.12 - Point Park University
AND THE WINNER IS...: 5.12.12 - Carnegie Mellon

Pittsburgh/Hollywood Connection

Very Funny! Curt Wootton and Chris Preksta (of SyFy's The Mercury Men) go viral with their new web series, 'Pittsburgh Dad'! Watch Pittsburgh Dad!

Batman shows his face on the big screen in Pittsburgh! A special Sneak peak of “The Dark Knight Rises” will be showing in Pittsburgh starting December 16! Read more!

Pirates of the Caribbean Director, Rob Marshall, visits his hometown, Pittsburgh! Read More!

Congratulations to Greg Nicotero, Film Factory adviser and Makeup artist extraordinaire, on becoming the co-executive producer of "The Walking Dead". Read More!

"The Pittsburgh Innovative Media Incubator" brings in executives from LA to shoot a talk show the local WQED studio! She show is about empowering girls and women. Read More!

Steeltown Spotlight

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"The Film Factory has done a wonderful job of nurturing emerging talent in Pittsburgh, while at the same time, reconnecting established people in the entertainment industry with the hometown they still love."
- Jamie Widdoes
Director: 'Two & a Half Men'
Co-Star:'Animal House'