FAQs

I missed the shuttle, can I get to Cinespace any other way?

Yes! You can take the the pink line train to the Western stop or take the CTA bus #49 to the Western and 16th stop.

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I'm not sure if the shuttle left from where I am, how can I check if I missed it?

Not to worry you can track the shuttle locations by visiting the links below.

• Loop - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker

• Lincoln Park - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker

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I have a DePaul ID, do I also need a Cinespace ID?

Indeed! You need both IDs if you are planning on being at the DePaul Cinespace campus.

Your DePaul ID will give you classroom door access and your Cinespace ID will give you exterior door access to enter the building.

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I'm planning on driving to Cinespace. Can I park there?

Absolutely! Students, staff, faculty, and visitors can park in either lot J or C. Make sure to put a yellow parking slip on your dashboard so security knows that the vehicle belongs to someone in the DePaul community.

Parking slips are located in three locations, near each parking lot door and in the Stage Assistants office. If you can't find any parking slips or notice that we are running low, please let the Stage Technicians know.

Questions please email Jelani at [email protected]

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I think I left something behind on one of the shuttles, how can I check if I did?

To check if you might have left something on one of the shuttles please email Jelani Hardy at [email protected] with your name, shuttle you took, the time you took the shuttle, and what the item/s you left behind are. Our shuttle drives do sweeps after each run so we will try our best to help you out! ☺️

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I want to film in one of the DePaul Cinespace parking lots or common areas, who do I reach out to?

The point of contact for any exterior or common areas spaces (bathrooms, den, etc.) is Jelani Hardy.

Please email Jelani at [email protected] at least two business days prior to your shoot day. Remember sooner is always better than later as sometimes these spaces will not be available for a variety of reasons.

Unauthorized use of spaces will be subject to account holds.

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My cast and crew has changed since I last sent in my Cinespace Security List, how can I update it so my cast and crew can enter Cinespace?

• No worries! Changes happen all the time.

• If your SCA film shoot Cinespace Security List has changed, all you need to do is update the template with the names removed/added and re-attach the list to your Dynamic View. We cannot guarantee that the access will be permitted if you are submitting these changes after the 2-business day deadline prior to the shoot.

• If you are a visitor coming individually and not for an SCA Student film shoot, similarly update the template but send it to Jelani Hardy at [email protected] and he’ll take care of it for you.

Make sure to not modify the template! Apply the template format before you upload or send it, as modified templates will cause a delay in how they are uploaded, potentially delaying your shoot

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I'm not sure if my cast and crew visitor list is good to go, how can I check?

The production office will work with SCA Student film schedule changes but for individual or non-student film shoots, Jelani will email you back once you are all set. If you do not hear back within two business days of sending your list, check in with Jelani.

REMEMBER! - Sending your list ahead of time, even if it isn't complete, is better than sending it too late and having no gate access for your cast and crew.

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I'm picking up equipment from Cinespace via a vehicle from the Camera Vault or the Shack, how can I make sure I get gate access?

Please email Jelani at [email protected] at least two business days from when you have scheduled your gear pick up or drop off.

Make sure to include the date and time frame you plan on picking up or dropping off your equipment as well as the names of anyone else coming along to do the pick up/drop off with you.

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I lost my Cinespace ID, can I get a new one?

Uh oh! Yes, you can get a new one. Please email Jelani at [email protected] as soon as you realize you have misplaced your ID.

IDs are available for pick up at the Stage Assistants office located near classroom 101.

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Are there any places nearby to grab a bite to eat or vending machines?

Yes! Cinespace has Beatrix located in the breezeway of the center building, where the DePaul Cinespace stages are.

Beatrix is open Monday through Friday from 9am-2pm. DePaul Cinespace also has two vending machines, one with snacks and one with drinks.

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I have a question about my production paperwork, is there anyone from the production office at Cinespace that can help me out?

Absolutely! The production office has an office located down the hall from classroom 101 on the first floor. Their hours are 10AM-5PM Monday-Thursday, 10AM-4PM Friday.

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Does DePaul Cinespace have a lost and found?

We do! It is located off the breezeway entrance of Stage 22. Items such as wallets will be delivered to Jelani for safe keeping. Please email him at [email protected] to check if he has received it. If he has, he will coordinate a time for you to pick it up.

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🤔 Need more info or have a question?

Email: [email protected]

We want your visit to go great, please reach out anytime!