Located in Hillman Library (Room G41), Media Services connects the Pitt community with media spaces, tools, and expertise to support film and media creation at Pitt. Media Services supports the Hillman Library Equipment Lending Program, Media Labs, and the Stark Film Collection, providing students, faculty, and staff with access to professional-grade equipment, creative workspaces, and curated film resources.
The Hillman Equipment Lending Program provides University of Pittsburgh students, staff, and faculty with access to a wide range of high-quality media and production equipment. With a valid Pitt ID, users can borrow cameras, audio recorders, lighting kits, tripods, podcasting equipment, and more. Whether you are working on a class project, conducting research, or exploring your own creative ideas, our lending program makes advanced tools accessible to support learning and media creation across disciplines.
The Media Labs are a suite of creative and experiential learning spaces designed to support film, audio, and digital media projects. These specialized labs are available for reservation and use by Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. From recording and editing to experimentation with new technologies, the Media Labs provide hands-on opportunities to learn, create, and collaborate.
Located in Hillman Library, the Stark Media Collection offers access to a rich selection of films that support teaching, learning, and research across disciplines. While the collection places particular emphasis on Film Studies, it also encompasses a wide range of subjects to enhance classroom instruction and scholarship throughout the University. Most materials are available for a two-week loan to Pitt students, staff, and faculty with a valid Pitt ID. Media Services staff provide expertise to help you explore the collection and connect films to your academic and creative work.
