EQC CHECKOUT CONTRACT

As a matriculated student at Rutgers Filmmaking, you may check out available equipment such as cameras, lenses, tripods, sound recording devices, in order to complete coursework and assignments. To do so, you must first agree to the following:*

I agree that RFC equipment may never be used for personal or commercial projects and that doing so will result in the suspension of checkout privileges.I agree that equipment checked out to me is solely for Rutgers Filmmaking coursework and should never be lent to other students or professionals.I agree that I am financially responsible for the repair or replacement of any items checked out to me that may have been lost, damaged, or otherwise compromised under my care.I agree to return all items checked out to me on time, as defined by the checkout agreement. Failure to do so will acquire a $25 late fee per day.I agree that equipment returned with cords unwound, accessories in the wrong location, or otherwise unorganized, will be charged a $25 maintenance fee.I agree to immediately pay all fees in the form of check or money order made out to Rutgers, the State University of NJ and I acknowledge that I am unable to access equipment until my all my fees are paid in full.

www.collegestudentinsurance.com

Rutgers Filmmaking recommends that students, especially those checking out advanced equipment, purchase insurance to offset any personal costs incurred due to equipment damage or theft. Gallagher Insurance has created personal properties policies catered specifically to Rutgers Filmmaking that automatically include $25,000 in coverage for film equipment for as little as $150 per year. For more info visit the link above to get policy quote and use the drop down menu to select "Rutgers University - Filmmaking BFA"*

I have carefully read the information above.

Rutger Filmmaking Safety Handbook

Rutgers Filmmaking is concerned with your safety and the safety of your cast and crew. Throughly read the safety handbook (link above) to familiarize yourself with the appropriate protocols necessary for safe film production.*

I have carefully read the above Rutgers Filmmaking Safety Handbook and agree that Rutgers Filmmaking is not liable if I fail to follow its recommendations.

Select the Rutgers Filmmaking BFA CORE COURSE you are enrolled in for SPRING 2026. If you are not a Filmmaking BFA student, select the elective course you are enrolled in.*

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EQUIPMENT CHECKOUT CONTRACT