Students who request the library space for filming/photography, must follow these guidelines:
• Any space in the library for filming/photography must be preapproved by the Director, Access and Outreach.
• Request must submitted no less than 2 weeks prior to filming/photography.
• Library open hours will not be modified to accommodate filming.
• Students must be able to accommodate staff or students in need of any library resources in the film/photography’s proximity at any time.
• Student is responsible for arranging crew members as the library staff cannot assist with filming.
• Please limit your crew to six people.
• You may not film any student or staff that are in the library that are not part of your crew.
• Lighting accommodations will be limited due to library operating conditions.
• Staff offices are not available as a filming location.
• Students are allowed to use library furniture, with these exceptions:
• All library furniture must remain in the library.
• Furniture and space cannot be altered in any way that will cause permanent damage.
• Any materials and/or furniture used must be returned to their original location.
• A library staff member must be present when the library is open while filming is in progress.
• When the library is closed, a security guard must accompany the student in the library at all times during shooting. Prior arrangements must be made with the head of security at (626) 396-2299. *Students are required to pay a fee to have security present; the cost is not covered by the library.
• Library staff can refuse filming if it creates an unnecessary burden on staff or compromises the services of the library.
• Staff have the right to halt filming at any time if guidelines are not followed.
• All financial responsibilities are that of the student for any damage; the library will not collect damages from the student’s department.