# Welcome & Getting Started

### **Welcome to the SCA Production Guide**

This guide is the starting point for making films at DePaul’s School of Cinematic Arts. Use it to find information about project approval, equipment, stages, filming locations, safety, paperwork, insurance, and production policies.

Whether you are working on a class project, thesis film, independent study, grant project, club project, or another student production, begin with the steps below.

SCA filmmaking is collaborative. Students are expected to work professionally, respect cast and crew, care for shared equipment and facilities, and help maintain a safe and inclusive production environment.

### Start here

<table data-header-hidden data-search="false"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>If you want to…</strong></td><td><strong>Start with…</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Plan a new production</td><td><a href="/start-a-project"><strong>Start a Project</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Submit a project for review</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/submitting-projects"><strong>Submitting a Project</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find forms and templates</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork"><strong>Filmmaking Paperwork</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Review filming locations, permits, and insurance</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits"><strong>Filming on Location &#x26; Permits</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Review safety requirements and restricted activities</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards"><strong>Production Policies &#x26; Safety Standards</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find production support and contact information</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support"><strong>Production Resources &#x26; Support</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Report an emergency or safety concern</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline"><strong>Report a Concern / Safety Hotline</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Check closures, holidays, and facility hours</td><td><a href="/closures-and-holiday-schedule"><strong>Closures &#x26; Holiday Schedule</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Before you participate in a production

Complete these steps before reserving equipment, using SCA facilities, entering a filming location as cast or crew, or beginning production:

* ☐ Complete the annual [**SCA Production Training in D2L**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695).
* ☐ Bookmark [**SCA Central in D2L**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/653204).
* ☐ Submit the annual [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed).
* ☐ Review [**Start a Project** ](/start-a-project)to determine whether your production is an Anytime Project or a Greenlighting Project.
* ☐ Review the [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards).
* ☐ Check the [**Closures & Holiday Schedule**](/closures-and-holiday-schedule) before confirming production dates.

Additional forms, certifications, permits, insurance documents, or approvals may be required depending on your project, equipment, location, and activities.

### What is SCA Central?

[**SCA Central**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/653204) is the School of Cinematic Arts' information hub in D2L. It includes production resources, announcements, Crew Calls, the Film Crew Directory, Patron Portal access, the Actor Database, The Well screenplay database, student employment opportunities, and other resources that support student productions.

Some SCA Central resources are available only to current SCA students. If you are enrolled in SCA but cannot find [**SCA Central** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/653204)or [**SCA Production Training in D2L**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695), contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)**.**

### Understand the production process

#### 1. Determine your approval path

Use [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project) to determine whether you are making an Anytime Project or a Greenlighting Project.

#### 2. Complete the required preparation

Complete training, submit the [**Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed), review safety and production policies, and gather the information needed for your project.

**Important:** Complete annual [**SCA Production Training** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)at least **24 hours before making your first equipment or facility reservation** each academic year.

#### 3. Submit your project

Use the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/) for an eligible Anytime Project. Use the [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619) if your project requires Greenlighting.

#### 4. Complete review and approvals

The Production Office may request additional information, paperwork, safety planning, permits, insurance, equipment details, or location documents. Respond to requests through [**Smartsheet and Dynamic View**.](/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view)

#### 5. Reserve resources and begin production

After the required approvals are complete, review [**Equipment & Facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities) and reserve eligible equipment, stages, rooms, or other spaces. Remember that a reservation does not replace project approval.

### Need help?

If you are unsure where to begin, contact the [**SCA Production Office**](/production-resources-and-support#the-sca-production-office).

SCA Production Office\
Email: [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
Phone: (312) 362-6862\
Loop: Daley LL103\
Cinespace: 2514 W. 16th St., Office 204

For immediate danger or a serious emergency, call 911 or DePaul Public Safety. For a non-emergency safety concern, visit [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline).

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# Student Quick Links

Here are some of the resources SCA students use most frequently. Use the links below to quickly access tools, opportunities, training, and support services.

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### Popular Links

* [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/)
* [**SCA Production Training (D2L)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)
* [**Crew Calls (SCA Central)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/common/dialogs/quickLink/quickLink.d2l?ou=653204\&type=discuss\&rcode=depaul-2635239\&launchFramed=1\&framedName=Crew+Calls)
* [**Equipment & Facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities)

### Make a Film

* Determine your project approval path → [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* Register an Anytime Project or request eligible equipment → [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/)
* Submit a project that requires Greenlighting → [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)
* Review project requests and submit required documents → [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://bit.ly/SCADynamicView)
* Check which cast and crew members still need to sign release forms → [**Release Check Dynamic View**](https://bit.ly/SCAReleaseCheck)
* Complete annual production training → [**SCA Production Training (D2L)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)
* Submit the annual Student General Release Form → [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)
* Find crew members and production opportunities → [**Crew Calls (SCA Central)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/common/dialogs/quickLink/quickLink.d2l?ou=653204\&type=discuss\&rcode=depaul-2635239\&launchFramed=1\&framedName=Crew+Calls)
* Find production forms and templates → [**Filmmaking Paperwork**](/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork)
* Review safety requirements and restricted activities → [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards) and [**Restricted & Prohibited Activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)

### Equipment, Facilities & Production Support

* Find cameras, lighting, sound equipment, grip equipment, stages, rooms, and facilities → [**Equipment & Facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities)
* Access Cinespace IDs, gate access, parking, visitor lists, transportation, and campus maps → [**Getting Access to Cinespace**](/equipment-and-facilities/getting-access-to-cinespace)
* Review location, permit, and insurance requirements → [**Filming on Location & Permits**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits)
* Check closures, holidays, inventory periods, and facility hours → [**Closures & Holiday Schedule**](/closures-and-holiday-schedule)
* Find production resources and support services → [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)
* Contact the SCA Production Office → [**Contact Us**](/production-resources-and-support#the-sca-production-office)
* Report a safety concern or incident → [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline)

### Student Opportunities & Resources

* Find crew calls and production opportunities → [**Crew Calls (SCA Central)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/common/dialogs/quickLink/quickLink.d2l?ou=653204\&type=discuss\&rcode=depaul-2635239\&launchFramed=1\&framedName=Crew+Calls)
* Search for on-campus employment → [**Campus Jobs**](https://offices.depaul.edu/student-employment/Pages/default.aspx)
* Find SCA student organizations → [**Student Clubs**](/student-sca-clubs)
* Learn about the LA Quarter → [**LA Quarter**](https://cdm.depaul.edu/school-of-cinematic-arts/depaul-los-angeles/la-quarter)
* Find scripts, projects, and other SCA resources → [**The Well**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/WellDatabase/Script/Index)
* Access LinkedIn Learning → [**Linkedin Learning**](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/?u=2228698)

### Campus Resources & Services

* Access D2L and SCA Central → [**D2L**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/653204)
* Reserve classrooms and other university spaces → [**25Live**](https://25live.collegenet.com/pro/depaul)
* Check the Cinespace shuttle schedule → [**Shuttle Schedule**](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule)
* Report a CDM facilities or technology issue → [**ServiceNow**](https://depaul.service-now.com/cdm/en/report-a-cdm-issue?id=depaul_item\&sys_id=a65b9aff1b3db410f46cda48cc4bcbce)
* Pay an SCA fine → [**SCA Fine Payment**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/CIM/Cage/Cagepay)
* Appeal an SCA decision or fine → [**SCA Appeals Process**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/Forms/Appeal/Home)
* Find tutoring support → [**Tutoring Services**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/Public/Tutors?area=)
* Review recommended hardware for filmmaking, animation, game development, VFX, and post-production coursework → [**SCA Computer Recommendations**](https://myresources.depaul.edu/cdm/current-students/faq)

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# Current Policies & Updates

### Review Current Production Policy Changes

This page highlights new and updated production policies that affect SCA students, faculty, and staff. Review each update to learn what changed, who is affected, and what action may be required.

For complete requirements, review the linked policy page, form, or official university resource. If you are unsure whether a policy applies to your project, contact the SCA Production Office before reserving equipment, beginning production, or including a restricted activity in your plan.

## Current Updates

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<summary><strong>Production</strong> <strong>Independent Study Policy Updates</strong></summary>

**Effective:** Fall 2026\
**Applies to:** Students planning a Production Independent Study and faculty supervising one.

Production Independent Studies have been updated to strengthen faculty mentorship, improve project oversight, and better align projects with SCA production standards.

**What Changed**

* Production Independent Studies that use SCA equipment, facilities, stages, insurance, or Production Office support must be supervised by a [**full-time faculty member**](/faculty-and-staff/school-of-cinematic-arts-faculty).
* **Zero-credit Production Independent Studies have been discontinued.** Production Independent Studies remain available for **2–4 academic credits**.
* Projects must be approved, registered, and enrolled before the [**University's Add Deadline** ](https://academics.depaul.edu/calendar/Pages/default.aspx)for the quarter in which the project will take place.
* New Production Independent Studies cannot be initiated after the Add Deadline.

**What Students Need to Do**

Before planning production, identify a full-time faculty supervisor, confirm that the project meets the eligibility requirements, and allow enough time for approval and enrollment before the Add Deadline.

**→** [**Learn More About Production Independent Studies**](/production-independent-studies)

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<summary><strong>Prop Firearms Policy Update</strong></summary>

**Effective:** Fall 2026\
**Applies to:** Students considering the use of a prop firearm in any SCA production.

SCA permits the use of approved, non-functional prop firearms only in designated advanced production courses and MFA thesis projects. Use is restricted to approved Cinespace facilities and requires faculty review, administrative approval, safety planning, inspection, and an approved Firearms Handler.

Prop firearms are **not permitted** in Anytime Projects, Production Independent Studies, student club productions, introductory production courses, or any off-campus filming location.

**What Students Need to Do**

Do not include a prop firearm in your production plan until you have reviewed the complete policy and received the required approvals. Describe the proposed use in the appropriate project materials and allow time for review, safety planning, inspection, and Firearms Handler approval.

**→** [**Learn More About Prop Firearms Policy**](/current-policies-and-updates/prop-firearms-policy)

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<summary><strong>Student Club Faculty Mentorship &#x26; Production Standards Update</strong></summary>

**Effective:** Academic Year 2026–2027\
**Applies to:** Students producing work through an SCA student production club and faculty serving as club advisors.

To support student learning, safety, responsible use of SCA resources, and equitable access to facilities and equipment, student production clubs must follow updated mentorship and production standards.

**What Changed**

* Student production clubs must maintain active university recognition through DeHub and the Office of Student Involvement.
* Clubs are expected to maintain active mentorship from a full-time faculty advisor and establish realistic production limits based on available faculty support and production resources.
* Whenever possible, clubs should plan to complete principal photography within the **first five weeks of the academic quarter**.
* Clubs must maintain a clear mission and goal statement describing their educational purpose, activities, and alignment with SCA priorities.
* Projects using SCA production resources must follow all applicable production, safety, and Greenlighting policies.
* Limited exceptions to the faculty-advisor requirement or production timeline may be considered through an administrative review process.

**What Students Need to Do**

Confirm that your club is recognized, identify an active full-time faculty advisor, establish realistic production limits, and review the applicable Production Policies & Safety Standards before planning a project.

**→** [**Learn More About Student SCA Clubs**](/student-sca-clubs)

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<summary><strong>Advanced Camera Certification Update</strong></summary>

**Effective:** Fall 2026\
**Applies to:** Students seeking access to advanced Camera Vault equipment.

Advanced camera certifications are now granted through designated SCA courses and faculty evaluation. This replaces the previous individual testing model.

**What Students Need to Do**

Review the Equipment Certifications page, enroll in an approved certifying course when applicable, and complete the faculty evaluation process. Certification must be recorded before you reserve or check out equipment that requires it.

**→** [**Learn more About Advanced Camera Certification**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications#camera-vault-advanced-camera-certifications)

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### All SCA Production Policies & Requirements

The updates above are recent policy changes. The resources below contain all other production policies and requirements that may apply to your project.

* [**Anytime Projects**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) **&** [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Restricted & Prohibited Activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)
* [**Equipment & Stage Policies**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies)
* [**Film on Locations & Permits**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits)
* [**Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications)
* [**Penalties & Fines**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies#penalties-and-fines)


# Prop Firearms Policy

*Effective Fall 2026*

The School of Cinematic Arts permits the use of approved prop firearms only in a limited number of designated upper-level courses and under strict supervision, safety protocols, and administrative approval.

**Eligible Productions**

Prop firearms may only be considered for:

* Advanced Directing courses (DIR 385, DIR 387, FILM 487)
* MFA Thesis projects

Prop firearms are **not permitted** in:

* Introductory or intermediate production courses
* Production Independent Studies
* Anytime Projects
* Student club productions
* Productions outside approved SCA coursework

**Location Restrictions**

Prop firearms may only be used in approved SCA facilities at **Cinespace Chicago Film Studios**.

Prop firearms are prohibited:

* On DePaul campuses outside approved Cinespace facilities
* In classrooms, offices, and residence halls
* At all off-campus filming locations

**Safety Requirements**

All approved prop firearms must:

* Be non-functional
* Be rented from approved vendors
* Be approved through the SCA review process
* Be inspected by SCA production staff before use
* Remain under direct supervision at all times

Each production must designate an approved **Firearms Handler** responsible for the custody, transportation, storage, and on-set management of all prop firearms.

**Approval Process**

Productions seeking to use prop firearms must:

* Receive faculty approval
* Submit a Prop Firearm Approval Form
* Provide a production safety plan
* Obtain administrative approval before production begins

Approval may be denied based on safety, staffing, facility, insurance, or liability concerns.

**Compliance**

Failure to comply with this policy may result in suspension of production activities, loss of production privileges, disciplinary action, or additional university sanctions.


# Production Independent Studies

Planning a Production Independent Study? Review the eligibility requirements carefully. Beginning in Academic Year 2026-2027, Production Independent Studies have updated requirements for faculty supervision, credit value, registration, and deadlines.

**Important:** All required approvals must be completed before the [**University's official Add Deadline**](https://academics.depaul.edu/calendar/Pages/default.aspx)**.** New Production Independent Studies cannot be initiated after the Add Deadline.

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### New Rules at a Glance

| Requirement          | What Students Need to Know                                                                                                                                                |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Faculty Supervision  | Production Independent Studies require a [**full-time faculty mentor**](/faculty-and-staff/school-of-cinematic-arts-faculty).                                             |
| Credit Value         | Production Independent Studies are offered for 2-4 credits.                                                                                                               |
| Zero-Credit Studies  | Zero-credit Production Independent Studies are discontinued beginning Fall 2026.                                                                                          |
| Deadline             | All approvals, registration, and enrollment must be completed before the official Add Deadline.                                                                           |
| Production Resources | Projects using SCA equipment, stages, facilities, insurance, permits, or Production Office support must follow all applicable production policies and approval processes. |

***

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<summary><strong>What Is a Production Independent Study?</strong></summary>

A Production Independent Study allows a student to earn academic credit for a clearly defined, faculty-mentored creative or production project.

Independent Studies are designed to support specialized learning experiences that extend beyond regularly offered coursework. Projects should have clear learning objectives, measurable deliverables, and a realistic scope appropriate for the number of credits requested.

Production Independent Studies are not intended to:

* Replace existing SCA courses
* Serve as open-ended personal projects
* Support large, unsupervised productions
* Circumvent existing production policies or resource limitations

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<summary><strong>Eligibility Requirements</strong></summary>

To qualify for a Production Independent Study:

* The project must have clearly defined learning objectives and deliverables.
* The scope must be realistic for the timeline and credit amount requested.
* The project must comply with all SCA production policies and safety standards.
* A full-time faculty mentor must be secured before registration.
* All required approvals must be completed before the [**Add Deadline.**](https://academics.depaul.edu/calendar/Pages/default.aspx)

Production Independent Studies are offered for **2-4 credits**.

The final credit amount should be determined collaboratively by the student and faculty mentor based on project scope, complexity, and expected learning outcomes.

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<summary><strong>Important Deadlines</strong></summary>

Beginning in Academic Year 2026-2027, all Production Independent Studies must be fully approved, registered, and enrolled by the [**university's official Add Deadline**](https://academics.depaul.edu/calendar/Pages/default.aspx).

After the Add deadline:

* New Production Independent Studies cannot be initiated for that quarter.
* Students may begin planning for a future quarter instead.
* Exceptions are rare and require administrative review.

Students are strongly encouraged to begin planning and faculty outreach before the quarter begins.

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<summary><strong>How to Find a Faculty Mentor</strong></summary>

Production Independent Studies require a full-time faculty mentor.

Before reaching out to a faculty member, prepare:

* A project overview
* Script, treatment, or project plan
* Learning objectives
* Proposed deliverables
* Desired quarter for enrollment
* Proposed credit amount

When contacting faculty:

* Introduce yourself and your academic program.
* Explain your project in a few concise sentences.
* Explain why you are seeking their mentorship specifically.
* Request a conversation about project fit and expectations.

Faculty are not obligated to accept Independent Study requests. Students are encouraged to begin outreach early to maximize the likelihood of securing mentorship before registration deadlines.

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<summary><strong>Registration Process</strong></summary>

#### Step 1: Develop Your Proposal

Prepare:

* Script, treatment, or project plan
* Learning objectives
* Deliverables
* Timeline and milestones
* Equipment and facility needs
* Requested credit amount

#### Step 2: Secure a Faculty Mentor

Identify a full-time faculty member whose expertise aligns with your project and obtain mentorship approval.

#### Step 3: Complete the Approval Process

* The faculty mentor submits the proposal.
* The student reviews and approves the submission.
* The faculty mentor completes final approval.
* Administrative review is completed.
* The Records Manager enrolls the student in the course.

#### Step 4: Verify Enrollment

Confirm that the Independent Study appears correctly in your Degree Progress Report (DPR) before the Add deadline.

Once enrolled, projects requiring SCA production resources may begin the Greenlighting process through the Production Office.

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<summary><strong>Equipment &#x26; Facility Access</strong></summary>

Production Independent Studies may access SCA production resources when appropriate to the educational goals of the project.

Access to equipment, stages, facilities, insurance support, permits, and Production Office resources requires compliance with:

* SCA Production Policies
* Greenlighting requirements
* Equipment center policies
* Reservation deadlines
* Certification requirements

Access to resources is subject to availability and may be limited based on overall departmental capacity.

Students should contact the Production Office early if their project will require equipment, stages, insurance, permits, or other production support.

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<summary><strong>Faculty Mentor Responsibilities</strong></summary>

Production Independent Studies require faculty mentorship and academic oversight throughout the quarter.

Faculty mentors typically:

* Help define learning objectives and deliverables.
* Ensure the project scope is appropriate for the requested credit amount.
* Discuss expectations, milestones, and project goals with the student.
* Provide guidance and feedback throughout the project.
* Help students understand applicable production policies and requirements.
* Evaluate student learning and completed deliverables.
* Assign a final course grade.

Faculty mentors may decline an Independent Study request if:

* The project scope is unrealistic.
* The proposed learning objectives are not appropriate for academic credit.
* Adequate mentorship cannot be provided.
* The project presents resource, safety, or supervision concerns.

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<summary><strong>Frequently Asked Questions</strong></summary>

**Can an adjunct faculty member supervise a Production Independent Study?**\
No. Production Independent Studies require a full-time faculty mentor.

**How many credits can a Production Independent Study be worth?**\
Production Independent Studies are offered for 2-4 credits.

**Can I start an Independent Study after the Add Deadline?**\
No. New Independent Studies cannot be initiated after the Add Deadline.

**Can I use SCA equipment and facilities?**\
Yes. Projects using production resources must follow applicable Greenlighting, reservation, certification, and safety procedures.

**Does approval guarantee access to equipment and facilities?**\
No. Access to equipment, stages, facilities, insurance support, permits, and other production resources remains subject to applicable policies, reservation deadlines, certification requirements, and resource availability.

**Can I start planning before the quarter begins?**\
Yes. Early planning is strongly encouraged and often leads to a smoother approval process.

**What if a faculty member declines my request?**\
Faculty are not obligated to supervise Independent Studies. Students should approach potential mentors early and be prepared to contact more than one faculty member.

**Is a Production Independent Study the same as a personal project?**\
No. Production Independent Studies are academic courses with defined learning objectives, deliverables, mentorship, and evaluation criteria.

**Are zero-credit Production Independent Studies still available?**\
No. Zero-credit Production Independent Studies are discontinued beginning Fall 2026.

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<summary><strong>Related Resources</strong></summary>

* [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications)
* [**Equipment & Facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities)
* [**Faculty & Staff Directory**](/faculty-and-staff)
* [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)

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# Start a Project

### Find the Right Approval Path for Your Production

Use this page to determine what approval process applies to your production and what you need to do before filming.

Whether you are making a class project, thesis film, independent study, grant project, or club project, start here. Complete the required prerequisites, then determine whether your project follows the [**Anytime Project**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) or [**Greenlighting Project**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects) approval path.

**Important:** You must complete the required training, submit the annual Student General Release Form, and be enrolled in an SCA program during the quarter in which your project takes place.

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### Step 1: Complete the Prerequisites

Complete these requirements before beginning a production or requesting SCA resources.

| Requirement                                                                                            | What You Need to Do                                                                                   |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [**SCA Production Training**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)                                 | Complete the annual SCA Production Training in D2L.                                                   |
| [**Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed) | Submit the annual Student General Release Form.                                                       |
| **SCA Enrollment**                                                                                     | Confirm that you are enrolled in an SCA program during the quarter in which your project takes place. |
| **Project Information**                                                                                | Identify your project category, dates, locations, equipment, activities, and support needs.           |

If you are unsure whether you meet these requirements, contact the SCA Production Office before making reservations or beginning production.

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### Common Production Categories

Your production may fall into one of the following categories. A production category describes the type of work you are making. It is separate from the approval path described below.

| Production Category                                      | Description                                                                                                                                                  |
| -------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Class Project**                                        | A production completed as part of an SCA course assignment. Requirements may vary by course and instructor.                                                  |
| [**Independent Study**](/production-independent-studies) | A faculty-supervised production completed for academic credit outside a traditional production course. Review the Production Independent Study requirements. |
| **MFA Thesis Film**                                      | A production completed as part of the SCA MFA program.                                                                                                       |
| **Grant Project**                                        | A production supported through an approved SCA grant program.                                                                                                |
| **Club Project**                                         | A production sponsored by a recognized SCA student organization.                                                                                             |

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### Step 2: Choose Your Approval Path

All SCA productions follow one of two approval paths.

#### Anytime Project

Most small student productions begin as an [**Anytime Project**](#anytime-project) unless they require additional review, approvals, specialized equipment, locations, or production support.

Your project may qualify as an Anytime Project if it generally:

* Takes place on student-owned property
* Has five or fewer participants
* Uses basic equipment that does not require advanced certification
* Does not include stunts, intimacy, prop weapons, permits, or other special production requirements

**Next Action:** Start an Anytime Project in the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/).

***

#### Greenlighting Project

A [**Greenlighting Project** ](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)requires review and approval from the SCA Production Office. This process helps coordinate project registration, paperwork, equipment, stages, locations, permits, insurance, safety planning, and other production resources.

Your project requires Greenlighting if it includes any of the following:

| Your Project Involves...              | Examples                                                                                                                                                                                         |
| ------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **A Special Project Category**        | Independent Study, Grant Project, or Club Project                                                                                                                                                |
| **Advanced Equipment**                | Equipment requiring certification, including equipment from the Camera Vault or The Shack                                                                                                        |
| **Special Production Activities**     | Stunts, Intimacy Coordination, or Prop Weapons                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Special Locations**                 | Filming on DePaul property, filming on public property requiring permits, blocking sidewalks or public access, filming in alleys, or filming in Chicago parks with more than one handheld camera |
| **A Location Not Owned by a Student** | Any property requiring a location agreement, permit, insurance, or other approval                                                                                                                |
| **Additional Production Support**     | Outside equipment rentals, insurance requests, or Production Office coordination                                                                                                                 |

**Next Action:** Start the Greenlighting [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619).

***

### What Is the PIF?

The [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619) is the first step in the Greenlighting process.

You may be asked for information about your script, production dates, cast and crew, locations, equipment, vendors, safety concerns, and other production requirements.

After you submit the PIF, the Production Office may contact you through [**Smartsheet**](/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view) with additional questions, forms, documents, or approval requirements.

***

### Not Sure Which Approval Path Applies?

If you are unsure whether your project qualifies as an Anytime Project or requires Greenlighting, contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) before making reservations or beginning production.

The Production Office can help you determine the correct process.

***

### What Happens After You Choose a Path?

#### If You Are Making an [Anytime Project](/start-a-project/anytime-projects)

Use the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/) to begin the project and reservation process. Review [**equipment and facility requirements**](/equipment-and-facilities) before requesting resources.

#### If You Are Making a [Greenlighting Project](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)

Submit the [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619). The Production Office will review your project and may request additional information, paperwork, safety planning, permits, insurance, equipment details, or approvals through Smartsheet.

Be sure to monitor [**Smartsheet**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) and respond to any requests for additional information.

***

### Important: Reservations Do Not Replace Project Approval

Making an equipment, stage, room, or facility reservation does **not** automatically approve your production.

Complete all required project submissions, paperwork, certifications, safety reviews, permits, insurance requirements, and approvals before filming.

Do not assume that a reservation confirms that your project is approved to proceed.

***

### What's Next?

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>What You Need Next</th><th>Go To</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Equipment, stages, or facilities</td><td><a href="/equipment-and-facilities"><strong>Equipment &#x26; Facilities</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Smartsheet and project requests</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view"><strong>Smartsheet &#x26; Dynamic View</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Production policies and safety standards</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards"><strong>Production Policies &#x26; Safety Standards</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Locations and permits</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits"><strong>Filming on Location &#x26; Permits</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Forms and submission requirements</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork"><strong>Filmmaking Paperwork</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Production support</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support"><strong>Production Resources &#x26; Support</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>End-of-project responsibilities</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/after-your-project-is-complete"><strong>Wrap</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

***

### Contact the Production Office

The [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) supports project development, filming on campus and in the Chicagoland area, permits, insurance requests, production paperwork, and the [**Greenlighting process**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects).

If you have questions about your production, contact the office before making reservations or beginning production.


# Submitting Projects

### Submit Your Project Through the Correct Process

Before you submit a project, confirm whether it is an [**Anytime Project** ](/start-a-project/anytime-projects)or a [**Greenlighting Project**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects). Your approval path determines where you submit, what information you must provide, and whether the Production Office needs to review your project before production begins.

If you have not yet determined your approval path, start with [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project).

**Important:** Submitting a project, receiving a Project Number, or making a reservation does not automatically approve your production. Complete all required forms, reviews, certifications, permits, insurance requirements, and approvals before filming.

***

### Step 1: Confirm Your Approval Path

| If your project...                         | Submit through...                                                                                        |
| ------------------------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Is an approved Anytime Project             | [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/)                                 |
| Requires Greenlighting review and approval | [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619) |

If you are unsure which path applies, review [**Start a Project** ](/start-a-project)or contact the SCA Production Office before submitting.

***

### Step 2: Complete the Prerequisites

Complete these requirements before submitting or participating in production:

☐ Complete annual [**SCA Production Training (D2L)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)

☐ Submit the annual [**Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)

☐ Confirm that you are enrolled in an SCA program during the quarter in which the project takes place

☐ Review applicable [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)

☐ Gather the project information and supporting documents described below

***

### Step 3: Gather Your Project Information

Prepare accurate information before opening the submission system.

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>Information</th><th>Examples</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Project Details</strong></td><td>Project title, category, course or program, description, and production dates</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Key Crew Information</strong></td><td>Director, Producer, Director of Photography, Key Grip, Gaffer, Sound Mixer, and other key crew members, including DePaul email addresses and Student IDs.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Script or Project Materials</strong></td><td>Script, treatment, storyboard, shot list, or other materials</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Cast and Crew</strong></td><td>Cast members, production crew, background performers and other participants</td></tr><tr><td><a href="/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits"><strong>Locations</strong></a></td><td>Student-owned property, DePaul property, Cinespace, public locations, private locations</td></tr><tr><td><a href="/equipment-and-facilities"><strong>Equipment &#x26; Facilities</strong></a></td><td>Cameras, lighting, sound, stages, rooms, labs, or outside rentals</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Special Activities</strong></td><td>Stunts, intimacy, prop weapons, vehicles, fire, smoke, animals, water, or similar activities</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Documents &#x26; Approvals</strong></td><td>Permits, location agreements, insurance requests, safety plans, faculty approvals, or vendor information</td></tr></tbody></table>

Provide the most complete and accurate information available. If your plans change after submission, notify the Production Office and update the project information when requested.

***

### Step 4: Submit Your Project

#### Anytime Projects

Submit eligible Anytime Projects through the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/).

Use the Patron Portal to register your project and request eligible equipment or resources.

If your project changes and begins requiring advanced equipment, special activities, permits, facilities, or additional support, contact the Production Office. Your project may need to move to the Greenlighting process.

**Start an** [**Anytime Project**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) **→** [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/)

#### Greenlighting Projects

Submit Greenlighting Projects through the [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)**.**

The PIF is used to register your project and begin Production Office review.

After submission, the Production Office may request additional information, paperwork, safety planning, permits, insurance documentation, location information, equipment details, or other approvals.

**Start a** [**Greenlighting Project**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects) **→** [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)

***

### What Happens After You Submit?

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<summary><strong>🔴 Phase 1: REDLIGHT</strong> — <strong>Project Submitted</strong></summary>

Phase 1 begins when you submit the [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.smartsheet.com%2Fb%2Fform%2Fb990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344187262%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=VDif3I6wKdmebV7akHF7AR4Gd6DjudnXw1vKhDnl9do%3D\&reserved=0).

The PIF provides the Production Office with the initial information needed to evaluate your project, including:

* Project Owner and Additional Point of Contact information
* Project title, category, associated course, and academic quarter
* Project type and anticipated production dates
* Script, treatment, documentary description, or project summary
* Faculty advisor
* Initial equipment, facility, location, and production needs.

At this stage:

* Your submission enters the Production Office review process.
* Staff review the initial project information and supporting materials.
* Your project records begin being established in Smartsheet and, when applicable, Patron Portal.

You may be contacted if clarification or additional information is needed.

**Red Light confirms that your project has been submitted. It does not authorize reservations, equipment pickup, stage or facility use, rehearsal of restricted activities, or filming.**

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<summary><strong>🟡 Phase 2: YELLOW LIGHT — Project Review and Preparation</strong></summary>

After the initial submission has been reviewed and your project has been established, the Project Owner and any listed Additional Points of Contact will be notified that the project has entered Yellow Light status.

During this phase, you may:

* Receive a Project Number
* Receive access to your project’s [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)
* Review and update project information
* Submit required documents and respond to Production Office questions
* Create equipment, stage, or facility reservations when permitted
* Request or coordinate permits, insurance, locations, and other production support
* Complete required safety reviews and special-activity approvals

The detailed questions you receive will be based on the script, treatment, summary, and shooting plans submitted during Phase 1.

Common review areas include:

* Script, treatment, shooting plans, and production dates
* Safety plans and identified production hazards
* Cast and crew lists
* [**General Release Forms**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fstart-a-project%2Fgeneral-release-form\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344284819%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=QuKOlAiif8RcBqyz5z7f9XnUTmhKGK%2BnQrW7jQwYqgw%3D\&reserved=0)
* [**Filming locations and permits**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fstart-a-project%2Ffilming-on-location-and-permits\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344319394%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=ay9MC7xZQYRQGCm%2FzkJz8gdaurohLfjXXEgu3kDpVnI%3D\&reserved=0)
* Insurance and Certificates of Insurance
* Equipment, stages, facilities, and specialized production spaces
* [**Stunts**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fstart-a-project%2Fstunts\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344340472%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=BvFfsIj31aTgcS6BXMGEeIJtScFYdkXkqBV1KT%2BiZmg%3D\&reserved=0)
* [**Intimacy coordination**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fstart-a-project%2Fintimacy-coordination\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344359938%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=j81hL2%2FmDKqY9oFxMA5psCjq3C17Nv6%2B49D8oNz909w%3D\&reserved=0)
* [**Prop weapons**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fstart-a-project%2Fprop-weapons\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344378147%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=XuYHvhdg%2Fk3gwC7jDBQQJp2D63pQ6pT2MziqKCAPTuA%3D\&reserved=0)
* [**Prop firearms**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fcurrent-policies-and-updates%2Fprop-firearms-policy\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344445783%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=Oy9kmVgHTmnIpF1%2FeL67mdCUlv4ch%2FNWM0jeE9L94NA%3D\&reserved=0)
* [**Outside equipment rentals**](https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fscaproduction.depaul.edu%2Fstart-a-project%2Frenting-equipment-outside-of-depaul\&data=05%7C02%7Cmartes%40cdm.depaul.edu%7Cca96e6b637d8428d68d608df0ac8b5fd%7C750d3a3f1f464da28a647605e75ea2f9%7C0%7C0%7C639241529344545653%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\&sdata=Iiw4QVntz%2Ft8GDSXsoeNpeWMvOUfc9ei7wE8qNytu%2FE%3D\&reserved=0)
* Other required forms, faculty confirmations, and administrative approvals

Phase 2 is a continued conversation with the Production Office. Monitor your DePaul email and Smartsheet regularly, respond promptly to questions, and upload requested documentation through your Dynamic View.

**Yellow Light permits only the preparation activities specifically allowed by the Production Office. It does not authorize filming, equipment pickup, stage or facility use, or rehearsal of an unapproved stunt, intimate scene, prop weapon, prop firearm, or other restricted activity.**

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>🟢 Phase 3: GREEN LIGHT — Approved to Film</strong></summary>

Once the Production Office confirms that all required information has been provided, all questions have been resolved, all required documents have been uploaded, and all necessary administrative approvals have been received, the project may receive Green Light status.

The Project Owner and Additional Points of Contact will receive confirmation of the project’s final approval. When applicable, approved Patron Portal reservations will also reflect the project’s Green Light status.

A Greenlit project may:

* Begin filming on its approved production dates
* Use its approved filming locations
* Pick up equipment associated with approved reservations
* Use approved stages, facilities, and specialized spaces
* Proceed with approved stunts, intimacy, prop weapons, or other reviewed activities
* Use approved permits, insurance documentation, and Production Office support

Do not begin filming, pick up equipment, use a stage or facility, or proceed with a restricted activity until you have received written Green Light confirmation.

Green Light applies only to the information and production plan reviewed by the Production Office. Changes to production dates, locations, cast or crew, equipment, special activities, or other material details must be reported and may require an [**Additional Shoot Date Form**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9841612/View) and additional review.

Students must continue following all applicable production policies throughout production and must submit required Call Sheets and Daily Production Reports for each shoot day.

**Accuracy and Academic Integrity**

All information provided through the PIF, Smartsheet, Patron Portal, reservations, forms, agreements, and production records must be complete and accurate. False or misleading information can create serious safety and insurance problems and may result in production penalties or action under the University’s Academic Integrity policies.

</details>

### Important: Submission Does Not Equal Approval

Submitting a project, completing the PIF, receiving a Project Number, or making equipment or facility reservations does **not** automatically authorize filming.

Before production begins, confirm that you have completed all required:

* Project approvals
* [**Forms and releases**](/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork)
* [**Equipment certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications)
* [**Location agreements and permits**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits)
* Insurance requirements
* Safety reviews
* Faculty or administrative approvals, when applicable

If a requirement remains incomplete, contact the Production Office before filming.

***

### If Your Plans Change

Notify the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) if you change your script, dates, locations, cast, crew, equipment, vendors, special activities, or production plan after submission.

For [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)**,** update information through [**Smartsheet**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) and respond to any related requests from the Production Office.

Do not assume that a previous approval automatically applies to a significantly revised project.


# Smartsheet & Dynamic View

### Manage Your Greenlighting Project

Smartsheet is the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) project-management system used to review, track, and approve [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects). Use this page to understand how to access your project, respond to Production Office requests, and track outstanding requirements.

**Smartsheet is used only for** [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)**.** If you are not sure whether your project requires Greenlighting, review [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project) before submitting.&#x20;

***

### Common Tasks

| I need to...                           | Start Here                                                                                                                                  |
| -------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Submit a Greenlighting Project         | [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)                                    |
| Access my project                      | [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) |
| Upload paperwork                       | [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) |
| Respond to a Production Office request | [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) |
| Update project information             | [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) |
| Get help with a request                | [**Contact the SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)                                                                   |

***

### New to Smartsheet?

Watch these tutorials for help navigating the [**Greenlighting process**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects) and completing common project requirements.

#### Smartsheet "How To" Videos

* [**Creating a Smartsheet Account**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12822074/View)
* [**Smartsheet Basics**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12822076/View)
* [**Greenlighting Process**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12886451/View)
* [**Update Requests**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12822078/View)
* [**Location & Equipment Rentals & Submissions**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12822079/View)
* [**Release Forms**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12822081/View)
* [**Smartsheet Prop Weapon Requests**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12822082/View)

**Recommended starting point:** Watch **Creating a Smartsheet Account**, **Smartsheet Basics**, and **Greenlighting Process** before reviewing project-specific tutorials.

***

<details>

<summary><strong>Start the Greenlighting Process</strong></summary>

#### Project Information Form (PIF)

Before you can access your project in Smartsheet, you must submit the [**Project Information Form (PIF)**. ](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)

The PIF begins the Production Office review process and provides information about your project, production dates, locations, cast, crew, equipment, vendors, safety concerns, and other production requirements.&#x20;

[**Open the Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)

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<details>

<summary><strong>Access Your Project</strong></summary>

#### Smartsheet Dynamic View

**Dynamic View** is your personal project view within Smartsheet. It is the primary place to review project requirements, read Production Office notes, upload documents, and respond to requests.

[**Open Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)

**Smartsheet** is a third-party system and does not use Campus Connect credentials. Depending on your access method, you may sign in using a one-time access code. Use the DePaul email address and Student ID associated with your project.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>What You May See in Dynamic View</strong></summary>

The information displayed in [**Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) is specific to your production. Depending on your project, it may include:&#x20;

* Production dates and timelines
* Script or safety concerns
* Cast and crew information
* Location requests and permit information
* Equipment or outside-vendor rental requests
* Required forms and supporting documents
* Production Office notes and follow-up questions
* Outstanding Greenlighting requirements

Continue checking [**Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) throughout the review process, as requirements may change as your project develops.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Responding to Requests</strong></summary>

The [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) may contact you through Smartsheet to request additional information or action. Common requests include:&#x20;

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>Request</th><th>What You May Need to Do</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Script Concerns</td><td>Provide additional information about activities, safety planning, or production methods</td></tr><tr><td>Production Details</td><td>Confirm dates, schedules, cast, crew, locations, or equipment</td></tr><tr><td>Location Information</td><td>Submit location addresses, agreements, permits, or insurance documents</td></tr><tr><td>Equipment Requests</td><td>Provide equipment details, certifications, or reservation information</td></tr><tr><td>Outside Rental Requests</td><td>Submit vendor, equipment, cost, and rental information</td></tr><tr><td>Production Paperwork</td><td>Upload required forms and supporting documents</td></tr><tr><td>Production Office Questions</td><td>Provide clarification or updated project information</td></tr></tbody></table>

Respond to requests as soon as possible. Delayed responses can delay project review, approvals, reservations, or production.&#x20;

**Important:** Links in Smartsheet email messages may be for one-time use. After accessing your project, use [**Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) to manage it going forward.

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***

### Need Help?

If you cannot access your project, do not understand a request, or are unsure what information to submit, contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu).&#x20;

**SCA Production Office**\
Email: [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
Phone: (312) 362-6862\
Loop: Daley LL103\
Cinespace: 2514 W. 16th St., Office 204


# Production Policies & Safety Standards

### Read This Before You Reserve Equipment or Begin Production

These policies apply to all SCA student productions. They are intended to protect cast, crew, locations, the public, equipment, and the production itself.

Before reserving equipment or using SCA facilities, every student must complete the annual [**SCA Production Training** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695) and submit the annual [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed).

**When in doubt, stop and ask before proceeding.** If an activity, location, piece of equipment, or production plan could create a safety, liability, or insurance concern, contact the SCA Production Office before making a reservation or beginning work.

#### Need Help Deciding?

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>Question</th><th>Start Here</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Is my activity allowed?</td><td><a href="https://scaproduction.depaul.edu/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#water-filming-around-water"><strong>Restricted &#x26; Prohibited Activities</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Does my project require Greenlighting?</td><td><a href="/start-a-project"><strong>Start a Project</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>How do I submit a project?</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/submitting-projects"><strong>Submitting a Project</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>How do I report a safety concern?</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline"><strong>Report a Concern / Safety Hotline</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>I need production support</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support"><strong>Production Resources &#x26; Support</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>My project includes a stunt or fight sequence</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/stunts"><strong>Stunts &#x26; Fight Choreography Guidelines</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>My project includes an intimacy scene</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/intimacy-coordination"><strong>Intimacy Guidelines</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Can non-DePaul individuals serve on my crew?</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards#crew-eligibility-requirements"><strong>Crew Eligibility Requirements</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

***

## Safety Standards & Responsibilities

Review the sections below for student responsibilities, on-set safety expectations, [**restricted activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)**,** equipment use, weather planning, reporting procedures, and risk-management requirements.

***

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<summary><strong>Your Responsibilities</strong></summary>

Every student, crew member, and production leader is responsible for following SCA policies, safety requirements, and university regulations. The lead filmmaker is ultimately responsible for making sure the production is planned and conducted safely.

You are responsible for:

* Providing accurate information in project submissions, reservations, permits, insurance requests, location agreements, and safety documents.
* Completing required training, forms, certifications, and approvals before production begins.
* Communicating safety information to cast and crew.
* Reporting injuries, accidents, property damage, lost equipment, unsafe conditions, and policy concerns as soon as possible.
* Protecting SCA equipment and facilities from loss, theft, damage, and misuse.
* Pausing an activity when conditions become unsafe or when required information or approval is missing.

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<summary><strong>Restricted Activities &#x26; Safety Review</strong></summary>

Some activities are not permitted on SCA student productions. Others may be permitted only after advance review, written approval, safety planning, and any required documentation.

#### Prohibited Activities

The following activities are not permitted on SCA student productions:

* [**Alcohol consumption during production activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#alcohol-and-drugs)
* [**Drugs, including marijuana products, during production activitie**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#alcohol-and-drugs)**s**
* [**Animals used as principal performers**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#animals)
* [**Open flames and pyrotechnics**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#fire)
* [**Firearms**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#weapons-prop-weapons)
* [**Moving vehicles**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#driving-sequences)
* [**Filming in large bodies of water**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#water-filming-around-water)

#### Activities Requiring Advance Review

The following activities may be permitted only after advance review and approval.

Do not begin these activities until the Production Office confirms that the required planning, documentation, and approvals are complete.

* Stationary vehicles with proof of insurance
* Beach or shoreline filming with appropriate safety precautions
* Stunts or action that may create a risk of injury
* Intimacy or intimate action
* Prop weapons or firearms where specifically permitted by current SCA policy
* Fire, smoke, atmospheric effects, animals, water, vehicles, or other special activities identified during project review
* Any activity requiring a specialized coordinator, trained professional, permit, insurance certificate, or additional safety plan

#### Greenlighting & Safety Review

If your production includes [**restricted activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities), advanced equipment, DePaul or Cinespace facilities, permits, insurance, outside rentals, or other special support, it may require the Greenlighting process.

Start with [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project) to determine the correct approval path.

**A reservation is not project approval.** Reserving equipment, a stage, a room, or a facility does not authorize you to begin filming.

Complete all required project approvals, safety reviews, certifications, permits, insurance requirements, and paperwork first.

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<summary><strong>Safety Roles on Set</strong></summary>

#### First Assistant Director (1st AD)

The 1st AD is the primary safety officer on set.

The 1st AD is responsible for:

* Holding a safety meeting at the beginning of each shoot day
* Reviewing emergency procedures, exits, nearby emergency services, first-aid resources, and location-specific hazards
* Communicating schedule, location, weather, and safety updates throughout the day
* Confirming that cast and crew understand relevant risks and precautions
* Completing one Daily Production Report for each shoot day
* Documenting incidents, injuries, property damage, and safety concerns

For smaller productions, the Producer may perform these duties. Regardless of crew size, the lead filmmaker remains responsible for production safety.

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<summary><strong>Standard Set Safety</strong></summary>

#### Workday Length

Fatigue increases the risk of accidents.

* Maximum workday: **12 hours from call to wrap**
* Preparation and wrap time count toward total work hours
* Schedule adequate time for travel, meals, breaks, and rest
* Do not extend the workday in a way that creates unsafe conditions

#### Meals, Breaks & Water

* Provide a meal no later than six hours after crew call
* Provide sufficient food for the size of the production
* Make drinking water available throughout production
* Provide a designated meal and break area when possible
* Consider dietary restrictions and food allergies
* Schedule adequate breaks during long or physically demanding shoots

#### Holding Areas

Cast and crew who are not actively working should have access to a safe and reasonably comfortable holding area with:

* Weather protection
* Shade or shelter when appropriate
* Access to restrooms
* Reasonable proximity to the set

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<summary><strong>Weather &#x26; Environmental Safety</strong></summary>

#### Plan a Cover Set

Exterior productions should identify an alternate location or backup plan in advance.

#### Monitor Conditions

The Producer and Location Manager should:

* Begin monitoring weather at least one week before production
* Reevaluate conditions during the production period
* Communicate weather changes to cast and crew

#### Severe Weather

Create an action plan for:

* Lightning
* Severe thunderstorms
* High winds
* Flash flooding
* Extreme heat
* Extreme cold

Review the plan during the daily safety meeting and pause production when conditions become unsafe.

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<summary><strong>Equipment Safety</strong></summary>

Electricity, lighting, grip, camera, sound, and other production equipment can cause serious injury or damage when used improperly.

* Do not attempt equipment repairs or modifications
* Inspect plugs, cables, and equipment before use
* Do not use damaged equipment
* Report damage immediately
* Use extra caution around water and wet conditions
* Use GFCI protection when required
* Keep cables clear of walkways and public areas
* Secure equipment during transport and storage
* Do not leave equipment unattended in vehicles or unlocked spaces
* Make sure operators are trained on the equipment they are using
* Use a spotter for Steadicam, moving shots, or other operations requiring additional awareness

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<summary><strong>Risk Management &#x26; Working with Minors</strong></summary>

#### General Risk Management

Before production, scout and assess each location.

Consider:

* Traffic, public access, uneven surfaces, and environmental hazards
* Emergency exits and first-aid resources
* Safe placement of equipment, cables, lights, and set pieces
* Weather and changing location conditions
* Potential impacts on cast, crew, minors, the public, animals, or property

Include relevant safety information and emergency contacts on the Call Sheet when appropriate.

Never ask cast or crew to perform an unsafe task.

#### Working with Minors

A legal guardian must be present and informed of filming activities involving minors.

Confirm any additional university, legal, location, or production requirements before filming.

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<summary><strong>Reporting Injuries, Incidents &#x26; Concerns</strong></summary>

#### Emergency

For immediate danger, serious injury, illness, fire, or another urgent threat:

1. Call **911**
2. Contact DePaul Public Safety
   * Lincoln Park: (773) 325-7777
   * Loop: (312) 362-8400
3. Notify the Producer, 1st AD, faculty member, or SCA staff member
4. Notify the SCA Production Office
5. Complete required incident reports

#### Urgent Production Concern

If a condition is unsafe but not an emergency:

* Pause the activity
* Notify the 1st AD, Producer, or production leader
* Contact the Production Office if the issue is not resolved

For concerns involving unsafe behavior, ignored safety protocols, harassment, discrimination, or other inappropriate conduct, use the SCA Safety Hotline.

The Safety Hotline is not an emergency service. For immediate danger, call 911 first.

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<summary><strong>Crew Eligibility Requirements</strong></summary>

**Can non-DePaul individuals serve on my crew?**

Non-DePaul individuals may participate on student productions in certain crew positions. However, key crew positions must be filled by currently enrolled DePaul School of Cinematic Arts students.

Key crew positions include:

* Director
* At least one Producer
* First Assistant Camera (1st AC)
* Director of Photography (DP)
* Key Grip
* Gaffer
* Sound Mixer

The only exception to this policy is MFA Thesis projects. MFA Thesis students should contact the Production Office regarding any proposed exceptions to these requirements.

Non-DePaul and non-SCA crew members are not eligible to check out SCA equipment.

If you have questions about crew eligibility, equipment access, or your specific production circumstances, please contact the SCA Production Office before finalizing your crew. This helps ensure your production meets all SCA requirements and policies.

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<summary><strong>Equipment Responsibility &#x26; Negligence</strong></summary>

Students are responsible for equipment checked out under their name.

Examples of negligence include:

* Leaving equipment unattended
* Failing to secure equipment in a vehicle
* Leaving equipment in an unlocked space overnight
* Failing to report lost, stolen, or damaged equipment
* Misusing SCA equipment, stages, facilities, or university property
* Failing to follow required safety or checkout procedures

Failure to follow SCA policies may result in:

* Removal from a production
* Loss of equipment privileges
* Loss of facility access
* Production delays or cancellation
* Financial penalties
* Additional disciplinary action

Losses resulting from negligence may not be covered by university insurance.

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<summary><strong>Production Honesty &#x26; Academic Integrity</strong></summary>

Provide accurate and complete information in:

* Project submissions
* Equipment reservations
* Insurance requests
* Permit applications
* Location agreements
* Production paperwork
* Safety documentation
* Smartsheet requests and updates

False or misleading information may result in sanctions under DePaul University's Academic Integrity Policy.

If your script, dates, locations, cast, crew, equipment, vendors, or activities change after submission, update your information and notify the Production Office.

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<summary><strong>Before You Begin: Final Safety Checklist</strong></summary>

☐ Complete annual [**SCA Production Training**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)

☐ Submit the annual [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)

☐ Confirm the correct project approval path

☐ Submit the [**PIF**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619) if Greenlighting is required

☐ Identify hazards and safety precautions

☐ Identify emergency contacts and nearest hospital

☐ Review weather conditions and establish a cover set

☐ Confirm equipment certifications and reservations

☐ Identify any special activities requiring review

☐ Obtain required permits, insurance, and approvals

☐ Plan meals, breaks, water, and holding areas

☐ Conduct a safety meeting with cast and crew

☐ Confirm how incidents and concerns will be reported

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### Questions?

If you are unsure whether an activity is permitted, requires Greenlighting, or needs additional safety planning, contact the SCA Production Office before proceeding.

**SCA Production Office**\
Email: [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
Phone: (312) 362-6862\
Loop: Daley LL103\
Cinespace: 2514 W. 16th St., Office 204


# Restricted & Prohibited Activities

### Quick Reference for Safe, Approved & Prohibited Activities

Use this page to quickly determine whether an activity is prohibited or requires review before it can be included in an SCA production.

For complete requirements, see [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**.](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)

***

**Educational Use Only**

DePaul facilities, equipment, services, and production resources are provided for educational purposes only. Commercial projects, paid client work, and non-DePaul productions are not permitted to use SCA resources unless specifically approved. Violations may result in disciplinary action and the suspension or loss of access to SCA facilities and equipment.

### Quick Reference

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>Activity</th><th>Status</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Fire, pyrotechnics, smoke machines, candles, incense, or lanterns</td><td>Prohibited (limited exceptions may apply)</td></tr><tr><td>Animals</td><td>Prohibited</td></tr><tr><td>Filming in or around large bodies of water</td><td>Restricted</td></tr><tr><td>Alcohol or drugs</td><td>Prohibited</td></tr><tr><td>Driving sequences</td><td>Prohibited</td></tr><tr><td>Weapons or prop weapons</td><td>Restricted</td></tr><tr><td>Damaged or unfamiliar equipment</td><td>Not permitted</td></tr><tr><td>Drones (UAS)</td><td>Restricted</td></tr></tbody></table>

***

### Activity-Specific Requirements

The sections below provide additional information about common activities that are prohibited, restricted, or subject to review.

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<summary><strong>FIRE</strong></summary>

Fire is not permitted on SCA productions. This includes pyrotechnics, smoke machines, fireplaces, candles, incense, and lanterns.

A limited exception may be considered for a single cigarette or birthday candle with prior approval and appropriate safety precautions.

**Questions? Contact the** [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) **before planning any fire-related activity.**

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<summary><strong>ANIMALS</strong></summary>

Animals of any kind are not permitted on SCA productions.

Do not include animals in your production unless the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) confirms that an exception is allowed and all required approvals have been completed.

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<summary><strong>WATER/FILMING AROUND WATER</strong></summary>

Filming in or on large bodies of water, including lakes, ponds, and pools, is not permitted.

Take precautions to protect equipment from sand, moisture, and electrical hazards when filming near water.

**Contact the** [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) **before planning any activity involving water.**

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<summary><strong>ALCOHOL &#x26; DRUGS</strong></summary>

No alcohol or drugs are allowed on any SCA production.

* Prop bottles must be sealed.
* Liquids in cups must be non-alcoholic.
* Prop drugs must be candy or a similar substitute.
* Serving alcohol to or consuming alcohol with anyone under 21 is prohibited.

Use of real alcohol or drugs may result in disciplinary action.

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<summary><strong>DRIVING SEQUENCES</strong></summary>

**Driving sequences of any kind are not permitted.**

This restriction applies to motorized and non-motorized vehicles, including:

* Cars
* Motorcycles
* Bicycles
* Skateboards
* Boats
* Similar vehicles

Contact the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) before using a stationary vehicle in a production.

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<summary><strong>WEAPONS / PROP WEAPONS</strong></summary>

Any item used or depicted as a weapon is subject to SCA safety review and approval requirements.

Real firearms, live ammunition, and functioning weapons are prohibited on all SCA productions.

Prop firearms are permitted only in approved advanced production courses and MFA thesis projects and must comply with the Prop Firearms Policy.

Review these before planning scenes involving weapons:

* [**Prop Weapons Guidance**](/start-a-project/prop-weapons)
* [**Prop Firearms Policy**](/current-policies-and-updates#prop-firearms-policy-update)

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<summary><strong>SAFE EQUIPMENT USE</strong></summary>

* Do not use damaged equipment.
* Report damage immediately.
* Seek assistance before using unfamiliar equipment.
* Do not attempt repairs.
* Follow all electrical and water-safety requirements.

If equipment appears unsafe, stop and contact the appropriate equipment center.

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<summary><strong>DRONES/ UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (UAS)</strong></summary>

* Drone use requires compliance with all University and FAA requirements.
* Required certifications and approvals must be obtained prior to flight.
* Contact the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)  before planning any drone operation.

**→** [**Review the** **UAS Policy**](https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices/index.cfm/go/document.information/documentID/1042092)

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***

### Not Sure Whether an Activity Is Allowed?

Don't guess.

Contact the [SCA Production Office](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) before adding the activity to your script, production plan, equipment reservation, or shooting schedule.

**Email:** [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-6862

For safety concerns, incidents, or confidential reporting, see[ **Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline).


# Filming on Location & Permits

### Plan and Approve Your Filming Location

Successful location filming starts with permission, preparation, safety planning, and respect for the property and the people who use it.

Use this page to understand what you need before filming on DePaul property, on non-DePaul property, or in a public location that may require a permit.

**Important:** Locations that are not student-owned generally require an approved SCA Project Number through the Greenlighting process. All DePaul spaces must be officially reserved before filming.

A location reservation or owner's permission does not replace SCA project approval, permits, insurance, or safety requirements.

If you have not yet determined your approval path, begin with [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project).

***

### Before You Choose a Location&#x20;

☐ Confirm whether the location is DePaul property, student-owned property, non-DePaul private property, public property, a park, a forest preserve, or an independently managed location.

☐ Confirm whether your project requires [**Greenlighting**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects).

☐ Obtain permission from the property owner, Space Manager, or permitting agency, as applicable.

☐ Identify filming dates, hours, crew size, equipment, vehicles, and activities.

☐ Determine whether permits, insurance, a COI, LOI, location agreement, or other documentation may be required.

☐ Include all known location information in your project submission.

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<summary><strong>DePaul Property</strong></summary>

**General Requirements**

* Obtain an approved SCA Project Number before filming in any non-student-owned location.
* Officially reserve every DePaul room, stage, facility, or other space before filming.
* Coordinate with the appropriate Space Manager and DePaul Public Safety.
* Keep exits, hallways, stairways, sidewalks, and safety pathways clear.
* Do not interfere with classes, events, building operations, or pedestrian traffic.
* Leave every location in the same or better condition than you found it.

**Filming on Campus**

* All cast and crew members must carry a valid DePaul ID.
* Notify Public Safety at least **three business days before filming**.
* Filming is not permitted in closed buildings without special approval.
* Additional fees may apply for after-hours access.

**Exterior Campus Locations**

Some outdoor campus spaces may be available for filming.

Approval requirements vary based on:

* Crew size
* Equipment
* Production activities
* Public visibility
* Whether DePaul names, logos, or trademarks appear in the project

[**Contact the appropriate Space Manager before filming**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13774613/View)

**Rooms, Suites, Labs & Interior Spaces**

With an approved Project Number, students may request rooms, stages, studios, and other interior spaces for meetings, rehearsals, casting sessions, and filming.

Most reservable spaces are managed through [**25Live**](https://25live.collegenet.com/pro/depaul).

* Weekend reservations: Request by Thursday at 12:00 p.m.
* Weekday reservations: Request at least one business day in advance.
* Maximum reservation length: Four hours unless otherwise approved.
* Do not modify classroom A/V systems.
* Return rooms to their original configuration.
* Access may be revoked if filming disrupts campus operations.

**See Equipment & Facilities for available spaces, reservation procedures, and space-specific requirements.**

**Nonstandard Spaces**

Hallways, stairwells, atriums, residence halls, dining facilities, athletic spaces, and other locations not available through [**25Live**](https://25live.collegenet.com/pro/depaul) generally require additional approval.

Contact the appropriate [**Space Manager**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13774613/View) and Public Safety at least **72 hours before filming**.

**Do not begin filming in a nonstandard space until approval has been confirmed.**

**DePaul Names, Logos & Branded Materials**

Permission is required when DePaul names, logos, trademarks, or other branded materials will be visible in your project. This requirement applies to both interior and exterior DePaul locations.

**Approval Contact:**\
[**University Branding & Marketing Communications**](https://offices.depaul.edu/university-branding-marketing/services/filming-at-depaul/Pages/default.aspx)

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<summary><strong>Non-DePaul Property</strong></summary>

#### Project Number & Owner Permission

Except for student-owned residences, filming on non-DePaul property generally requires an approved Project Number through the Greenlighting process.

Students are responsible for:

* Obtaining owner permission
* Confirming the owner is authorized to grant permission
* Following location-specific requirements
* Including the location in project submissions

#### **Rental Locations**

* Students seeking to rent a filming location must first submit the location through their [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf).
* The [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) will provide a Rental Request Form for each proposed rental location.
* After the signed Rental Request Form has been submitted, the Production Office will provide any required Location Use Agreement.
* Privately rented locations require a Location Use Agreement signed by both the student production representative and the property owner or authorized manager.

#### Prepare the Location

Before filming:

* Scout the location
* Discuss rules, access, parking, noise, utilities, and restrictions
* Identify hazards and safety concerns
* Photograph the condition of the property
* Identify restricted areas
* Plan equipment transportation and storage
* Hold a safety meeting

#### Protect the Property

* Leave locations in the same or better condition
* Lift equipment instead of dragging it
* Return furniture and personal belongings
* Protect floors, walls, sidewalks, and landscaping
* Report damage immediately
* Do not make unapproved changes

#### Electronics & Utilities

Do not disconnect electronics or utilities without permission.

If equipment must be disconnected:

1. Obtain permission
2. Photograph the original setup
3. Disconnect safely
4. Restore everything exactly as found

#### Cast & Crew Conduct

Students are responsible for cast and crew behavior while on location.

Communicate before filming begins:

* Hazards
* Restricted areas
* Property rules
* Emergency procedures
* Special location requirements

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<summary><strong>Public Locations &#x26; Permits</strong></summary>

A permit may be required when filming in:

* Public spaces
* Parks
* Forest preserves
* Streets
* Government-managed property

Permit requirements vary by location.

#### Common Situations Requiring Permits

* Blocking sidewalks
* Restricting public access
* Reserving on-street parking
* Filming in parks
* Using public property
* Creating significant noise or disruption
* Activities affecting public safety

#### How to Apply for a Permit

1. Include all locations in your Greenlighting submission.
2. Obtain an approved Project Number.
3. Designate a Student Location Manager.
4. Identify permit requirements and deadlines.
5. Request insurance if needed.
6. Submit applications and supporting documents.
7. Send approved permits to the Production Office.

**Submitting a permit application does not authorize filming.**

Wait for all approvals before production begins.

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<summary><strong>Chicago Permitting Resources</strong></summary>

#### City of Chicago

Students may not film on city streets after **11:00 p.m.**

Review City of Chicago filming requirements and contact the [**Chicago Film Office**](https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_film_office_student.html) before planning your shoot.&#x20;

#### Chicago Park District

Permits are generally required for filming in Chicago parks and Park District facilities.&#x20;

#### Cook County Forest Preserves

Permits may be required when filming in Cook County Forest Preserves.

#### Independently Managed Chicago Locations

Some locations manage filming requests independently.

Common examples include:

* Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool | (773) 883-7275
* Lincoln Park Zoo | (312) 742-2000
* Maggie Daley Park & Cancer Survivors Garden | (312) 552-3000
* Millennium Park | (312) 744-6050
* Olive Park | (312) 744-6635

Contact the location directly regarding permission, fees, insurance, and permit requirements.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Certificates of Insurance (COIs)</strong></summary>

Many locations, permits, and rental agreements require proof of insurance.

If your project requires a COI:

1. Include the location in your Greenlighting submission.
2. Complete the Locations List and Rental Request Form in Smartsheet.
3. Provide all required information.
4. Allow sufficient processing time.
5. Wait for approval before filming.

**A COI cannot be issued without an approved SCA Project Number.**

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Safety &#x26; Location Checklist</strong></summary>

Before filming, confirm that:

☐ The owner, Space Manager, or permitting authority approved filming.

☐ The project has an approved Project Number when required.

☐ The location is officially reserved when required.

☐ Permits, COIs, LOIs, and agreements are complete.

☐ Exits and emergency pathways remain clear.

☐ Cast and crew understand location rules and hazards.

☐ Equipment and public access have been planned safely.

☐ Weather conditions have been reviewed.

☐ Equipment security and cleanup plans are in place.

☐ Restricted activities have received required approvals.

</details>

### Need Help?&#x20;

If you are unsure whether your location requires a Project Number, permit, [**Space Manager approval**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13774613/View), insurance, or additional safety planning, contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) before proceeding.

**SCA Production Office**\
[**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
(312) 362-6862


# Filmmaking Paperwork

### Find the Form You Need

Use this page to find the forms, templates, and evaluation charts used for SCA film projects.

Each resource below explains what it is for, who needs it, when to complete it, and where to submit it.

**Important:** Complete required forms before reserving equipment, using SCA facilities, entering a filming location, or beginning production.

Some forms are completed directly in Smartsheet. Others are downloaded from D2L and uploaded to your project's Smartsheet Dynamic View.

If you are unsure which forms apply to your project, start with [**Start a Project** ](/start-a-project)or contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu).

***

### Common Tasks

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th width="313">I need to...</th><th>Start Here</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Participate in an SCA production</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695"><strong>SCA Production Training</strong></a> &#x26; <a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed"><strong>Student General Release Form</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Submit a Greenlighting Project</td><td><a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619"><strong>Project Information Form (PIF)</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Register an Anytime Project</td><td><a href="https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/"><strong>Patron Portal</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Change approved production dates</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9841612/View"><strong>Additional Shoot Dates Form</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Obtain access to Cinespace</td><td><a href="/equipment-and-facilities/getting-access-to-cinespace"><strong>Cinespace Security List Instructions</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Plan a shoot day</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840683/View"><strong>Call Sheet</strong></a> &#x26; <a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840686/View"><strong>Production Report Templates</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Include a stunt, intimacy, or prop weapon</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork#safety-and-special-activity-paperwork"><strong>Evaluation Charts &#x26; Authorization Forms</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

***

<details>

<summary><strong>Start Here: Required for Most Projects</strong></summary>

#### SCA Production Training

Complete the annual [**SCA Production Training (D2L)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695).

This is a one-time requirement each academic year for students participating in SCA productions.

**Please allow up to 24 hours for your training completion to be processed before reserving equipment, accessing SCA facilities, or beginning production activities.**

**Where to complete it:**\
Open [**SCA Production Training (D2L)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)

#### SCA Student General Release Form & Assumption of Risk

Everyone participating as cast or crew, including students, non-students, and minors, must complete the University-required [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed) before entering a filming location.

Complete the form for every person participating in your production.

**Complete the form:**\
[**Open the SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Submit or Register Your Project</strong></summary>

#### Project Information Form (PIF)

Submit the [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619) if your project falls outside the [**Anytime Project**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) criteria.

This may include projects that:

* Use advanced equipment
* Reserve stages or facilities
* Film on DePaul or other non-student-owned property
* Require permits or insurance
* Include special activities requiring additional review

Submit the PIF at least **seven business days before production**.

After submission, the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) will guide you through the next steps using Smartsheet.

**Start the Greenlighting Process:**\
[**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619)&#x20;

#### Anytime Project Registration

If your production meets the [**Anytime Project**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects)  criteria, begin through the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/).

Review [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project) before registering to confirm that the [**Anytime Project**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) process applies.

**Register an Anytime Project:**\
[**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/)

#### Smartsheet Dynamic View

Use [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf) to:

* Review Production Office requests
* Upload required documents
* Submit additional paperwork
* Monitor outstanding project requirements

[**Access Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Cast, Crew &#x26; Access Paperwork</strong></summary>

#### Cast & Crew List Template

Use the [**Cast & Crew List Template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11635552/View) to provide the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) with the names and roles of your cast and crew.

Read and follow the instructions at the top of the template before submitting it.

**Where to get it:**\
[**Cast & Crew List Template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11635552/View)

#### Cinespace Security List & Gate Passes

Use these instructions only when your project requires cast or crew access to the Cinespace lot for equipment pickup, equipment return, or stage reservations.

This list is separate from the standard Cast & Crew List required by the Production Office.

Follow the instructions carefully and use the required template and exact column names.

**Where to get it:**\
[**Cinespace Security List Instructions**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/Home?itemIdentifier=D2L.LE.Content.ContentObject.ModuleCO-13071085)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Changes to an Approved Project</strong></summary>

#### Project Change Form

Use the [**Additional Shoot Dates Form**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9841612/View)  when you need to:

* Change approved production dates
* Schedule a reshoot
* Add production days

After completing the form, upload it to your project's [**Smartsheet Dynamic View.**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)

Do not assume that a previous approval automatically applies to a substantially changed production plan.

[**Additional Shoot Dates Form**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9841612/View)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Safety &#x26; Special-Activity Paperwork</strong></summary>

#### Stunt Evaluation Chart

Use the Stunt Evaluation Chart to determine whether the action in your script may require a stunt coordinator or additional safety support.

For additional information, review the [**Stunts**](/start-a-project/stunts) page.

#### Intimacy Evaluation Chart

Use the Intimacy Evaluation Chart to determine whether intimate action in your script may require an intimacy coordinator or additional support.

For additional information, review the[ **Intimacy Coordination**](/start-a-project/intimacy-coordination) page.

#### Prop Weapon Authorization Form

If your production includes a [**prop weapon, review the applicable guidance**](/start-a-project/prop-weapons) before making plans.

When required, complete the [**Prop Weapon Authorization Form**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/7990621/View) and submit it through your project's [**Smartsheet Dynamic View**](https://bit.ly/SCADynamicView).

Do not bring a prop weapon to a production location until the required approvals have been received.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Production-Day Templates</strong></summary>

#### Call Sheet Templates

A Call Sheet communicates:

* Shoot-day schedule
* Locations
* Call times
* Cast and crew contacts
* Transportation information
* Safety information

Templates:

* [**Call Sheet Template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840683/View)
* [**Call Sheet Template (Extended)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840682/View)

#### Production Report Templates

Complete one Production Report for each shoot day.

Production Reports document:

* Dates
* Locations
* Crew and talent hours
* Meals
* Costs
* Safety meetings
* Incidents

Resources:

* [**Production Report Template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840686/View)
* [**Production Report Template (Extended)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840685/View)
* [**Production Report Example**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12241034/View)

#### Budget Templates

Use a budget template to plan and document project expenses.

Resources:

* [**Budget Template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840540/View)
* [**Budget Template (Extended)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840539/View)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>After production wraps</strong></summary>

Review[ **After Your Project is Complete** ](/start-a-project/after-your-project-is-complete)for information about storing files, retaining paperwork, and sharing project updates.

</details>

***

### Which Paperwork Do I Need?

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>If you are...</th><th>Start with...</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Participating in any SCA production</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695"><strong>SCA Production Training</strong></a> and <a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed"><strong>Student General Release Form</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Making a project beyond the Anytime criteria</td><td><a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619"><strong>Project Information Form (PIF)</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Using Cinespace</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/Home?itemIdentifier=D2L.LE.Content.ContentObject.ModuleCO-13071085"><strong>Cinespace Security List Instructions</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Adding dates or scheduling a reshoot</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9841612/View"><strong>Additional Shoot Dates Form</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Including stunts</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650002/View"><strong>Stunt Evaluation Chart</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Including intimate action</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650004/View"><strong>Intimacy Evaluation Chart</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Including a prop weapon</td><td> <a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/7990621/View"><strong>Prop Weapon Authorization Form</strong></a> </td></tr><tr><td>Preparing for a shoot day</td><td><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840683/View"><strong>Call Sheet</strong></a>, <a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840686/View"><strong>Production Report</strong></a> and <a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/9840540/View"><strong>Budget</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

***

### Submission Reminders

Before submitting any form or document:

* Use your DePaul email address and Student ID when requested.
* Follow the instructions provided with each template.
* Use the required file type and naming format.
* Submit complete and accurate information.
* Upload documents to the correct project in Smartsheet when required.
* Keep copies of forms and confirmation messages for your records.
* Allow enough time for review, permits, insurance, and approvals.
* Do not begin filming or use restricted equipment or facilities until required approvals are complete.

***

### Questions?

If you do not know which form to use, cannot access D2L or Smartsheet, or need help completing a document, contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu).

**SCA Production Office**\
Email: [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
Phone: (312) 362-6862\
Loop: Daley LL103\
Cinespace: 2514 W. 16th St., Office 204


# After Your Project Is Complete

Once your project is complete, there are a few important responsibilities to keep in mind:

**Contracts & Documentation**

You are responsible for retaining all contracts and legal documents related to your film for at least **two years** after completion (seven years is recommended). If your film continues to circulate through festivals, screenings, distribution, or online exhibition, you are also responsible for tracking any expiration dates, renewals, or fees associated with those agreements.

***

**Storage & Backups**

DePaul and SCA do **not** store project files, contracts, media, or other production assets after a project is completed. Be sure to organize and maintain backups of all materials for future use.

***

**Intellectual Property**

Student filmmakers generally retain the intellectual property rights to creative work produced through SCA coursework, except in cases where rights have been assigned through a separate agreement or contract.

***

**Use of Student Work**

DePaul will request your permission before using your project for promotional, educational, or marketing purposes.

***

**Stay Connected**

We encourage students and alumni to keep the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) updated on thesis films, grant-funded projects, festival selections, awards, and other production accomplishments. We love celebrating and sharing student success stories whenever possible.


# Stunts

If your script includes action that the Production Office may identify as a possible stunt, review the requirements on this page before casting, rehearsing, or filming.

The Production Office uses the [**Stunt Chart** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650002/View)to determine whether a project requires additional discussion, a stunt coordinator, or other support.&#x20;

**Important:** Do not begin planning, rehearsing, or filming stunt-related action until the Production Office has reviewed the scene and confirmed the required support and approvals.&#x20;

***

[**Looking for the Stunt Chart?**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650002/View) Review the chart before submitting your project to better understand how stunt-related action is evaluated and what support may be required.

***

<details>

<summary><strong>What May Count as a Stunt?</strong></summary>

Stunt-related action may include, but is not limited to:

* Falls, fights, or physical impacts
* Choreographed physical action
* High-risk movement or physically demanding action
* Action involving weapons, vehicles, heights, water, fire, or other hazards
* Any action the Production Office identifies as requiring stunt review&#x20;

If you are unsure whether a scene requires review, contact the Production Office before casting, rehearsing, or filming.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>How the Review Process Works</strong></summary>

#### Step 1: Review the Stunt Chart

Use the [**Stunt Chart** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650002/View)to understand how the Production Office may evaluate your script and determine the appropriate level of support.

The chart can help you understand whether your project may require:

* A professional stunt coordinator
* Another form of stunt-related support
* Additional Production Office discussion or review&#x20;

#### Step 2: Submit Your Project for Review

If your script contains possible stunt action, the Production Office may initiate follow-up through Smartsheet as part of the project review process.

Respond promptly to any Smartsheet requests and provide clear information about the action, performers, location, equipment, safety plan, and requested support.

#### Step 3: Discuss the Plan with Your Cast and Crew

Talk with your cast and crew about the stunt plan before rehearsal or production.

Performers should never be pressured into actions they have not agreed to perform. Safety concerns should be discussed with the Production Office before rehearsal or production.

#### Step 4: Hire an Approved Stunt Coordinator if Required

If the Production Office determines that a professional stunt coordinator is required, the student production is responsible for hiring the coordinator.

You must provide the Production Office with the coordinator's proof of certification and/or professional resume for approval before production.

Hiring a stunt coordinator is at the student's expense.

**View the List of Local Stunt Coordinators**&#x20;

#### Step 5: Wait for Approval Before Production

Do not rehearse or film stunt-related action until the Production Office has reviewed the plan, approved the required support, and confirmed that the production may proceed.

**A project submission, Project Number, Smartsheet request, equipment reservation, or facility reservation does not automatically approve stunt-related action.**&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Student Responsibilities</strong></summary>

Students are responsible for:

* Reviewing the [**Stunt Chart**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650002/View)
* Identifying possible stunt action in the script
* Submitting accurate information through the project review process
* Discussing stunt plans with cast and crew
* Respecting performer boundaries and safety concerns
* Hiring an approved stunt coordinator when required
* Providing certification and/or professional credentials to the Production Office
* Following all Production Office instructions and safety requirements&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Before You Begin</strong></summary>

Use this checklist before planning a scene that may require stunt support:

* Review the script for possible stunt action.
* Review the [**Stunt Chart**.](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650002/View)
* Confirm whether the project requires Greenlighting.
* Submit the project and respond to Smartsheet requests.
* Discuss the plan with cast and crew.
* Confirm whether a stunt coordinator is required.
* Hire an approved stunt coordinator if required.
* Submit certification and/or professional credentials to the Production Office.
* Wait for approval before rehearsal or production.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Related Resources</strong></summary>

* [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Restricted & Prohibited Activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)
* [**Smartsheet & Dynamic View**](/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view)
* [**On-Set Safety**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards#standard-set-safety)
* [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline)
* [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)

</details>


# Prop Weapons

If your script includes weapons or ordinary objects being used as weapons, the Production Office may require additional review before production.

This page explains the approval process for prop weapons. Prop firearms are subject to a separate, more restrictive policy.

**Important:** Real firearms, live ammunition, and functioning weapons are prohibited on SCA productions. Prop firearms are permitted only in limited, approved circumstances. Review the [**Prop Firearms Policy**](/current-policies-and-updates/prop-firearms-policy) before planning any scene involving a firearm or firearm-like prop.

***

### Prop Weapons vs. Prop Firearms

| Item                                                                        | Where to Find the Rules                                                                                                                                  |
| --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Knives, swords, axes, replica weapons, and ordinary objects used as weapons | This Prop Weapons page                                                                                                                                   |
| Prop firearms or firearm-like props                                         | [**Prop Firearms Policy**](/current-policies-and-updates/prop-firearms-policy)                                                                           |
| Real firearms, live ammunition, or functioning weapons                      | [**Prohibited on SCA productions**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities#weapons-prop-weapons) |

***

*The sections below explain how prop weapons are reviewed and approved. If your production includes a firearm or firearm-like prop, review the* [***Prop Firearms Policy***](/current-policies-and-updates/prop-firearms-policy) *for additional requirements.*

***

<details>

<summary><strong>What Counts as a Prop Weapon?</strong></summary>

A prop weapon may include:

* Knives, swords, axes, or similar objects
* Replica or non-functioning weapons
* Ordinary objects used as weapons
* Any item depicted as a weapon in the production
* Firearm-like props, which may also be subject to the Prop Firearms Policy

If you are unsure whether an item requires review, contact the Production Office before purchasing, transporting, rehearsing with, or filming the item.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>How the Approval Process Works</strong></summary>

#### Step 1: Submit Your Project for Review

If your script contains weapons or ordinary objects being used as weapons, the Production Office may initiate follow-up through Smartsheet as part of the project review process.

Respond promptly to any Smartsheet requests and provide clear information about the item, the scene, the performers, the location, and the planned safety precautions.&#x20;

#### Step 2: Complete the Prop Weapon Authorization Form

You will receive an email from Smartsheet when a [**Prop Weapon Authorization Form (PWAF)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/7990621/View) is attached to your project. The form will appear in your [**Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf).

Download the [**PWAF**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/7990621/View) and complete it by listing each prop weapon and describing how you plan to use it safely.

Your plan should include:

* How the prop weapon will be used in the scene
* How it will be carried safely to and from set
* How it will be stored safely while on set
* Who will be responsible for supervising it
* Any additional safety precautions required for the production

You can sign the form digitally and upload it to your Dynamic View.&#x20;

#### Step 3: Upload a Photo of Each Prop Weapon

Upload a photo of each prop weapon to your [**Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login/providers?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf).

The photo should show the actual prop in your possession. Do not submit a product image, shopping-cart screenshot, or photo of an item you have not yet obtained.&#x20;

#### Step 4: Wait for Production Office Approval

Once your paperwork has been approved by the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu), the requirement will be marked as completed.

**Do not purchase, transport, rehearse with, or film a prop weapon until the required review and approvals have been completed.**

**A project submission, Project Number, Smartsheet request, equipment reservation, or facility reservation does not automatically approve a prop weapon.**&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Safety Requirements</strong></summary>

All prop weapons must be handled, stored, and supervised safely.

Productions involving prop weapons may be required to:

* Identify a responsible crew member
* Provide a safety plan
* Limit access to the prop weapon
* Store the prop securely when not in use
* Transport the prop safely to and from set
* Follow additional instructions from the Production Office

Additional review or restrictions may apply depending on the type of weapon, filming location, or planned action.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary> <strong>Before You Begin</strong></summary>

Use this checklist before planning a scene involving a prop weapon:

* Review the script for weapons or ordinary objects used as weapons.
* Confirm whether the project requires [**Greenlighting**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects).
* Submit the project and respond to Smartsheet requests.
* Complete the  [**Prop Weapon Authorization Form (PWAF)**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/7990621/View)&#x20;
* Upload a photo of each actual prop weapon.
* Describe how each item will be used, transported, stored, and supervised.
* Wait for Production Office approval before purchasing, transporting, rehearsing with, or filming the item.
* Review the [**Prop Firearms Policy**](/current-policies-and-updates/prop-firearms-policy) if the item is a firearm or firearm-like prop.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Related Resources</strong></summary>

* [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Restricted & Prohibited Activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)
* [**Prop Firearms Policy**](/current-policies-and-updates/prop-firearms-policy)
* [**Smartsheet & Dynamic View**](/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view)
* [**On-Set Safety**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards#standard-set-safety)
* [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline)
* [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)

</details>


# Renting Equipment Outside of DePaul

Use this page if your production needs equipment from a rental company outside of DePaul.

**Important:** DePaul may provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) and Letter of Intent (LOI) for approved rentals from preferred vendors. However, the student renting the equipment remains financially responsible for the rental, including any damage, loss, theft, late fees, or other charges assessed by the vendor. DePaul does not submit insurance claims for student rental equipment.

### How It Works

#### 1. Enter Your Rental Information

Complete the equipment rental section in your project's [**Smartsheet** **Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)., including:

* Equipment being rented
* Reason for the rental
* Vendor name
* Vendor contact name and email
* Name of the student responsible for the rental

#### 2. Review and Sign the Rental Request Form

The Production Office will attach a Rental Request Form (RRF) to your project in[ **Dynamic View**](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)..

Download the form, sign it, and upload the signed version back to Dynamic View.&#x20;

#### 3. Receive Your Documents

Once your signed RRF has been received, the Production Office will attach the following documents to your Dynamic View, when applicable:

* Certificate of Insurance (COI)
* Letter of Intent (LOI)&#x20;

#### 4. Provide Documents to the Vendor

Download the COI and LOI and send them to the rental company. Confirm all payment, pickup, and return requirements directly with the vendor.&#x20;

#### 5. Pick Up and Return Equipment Responsibly

Inspect equipment when it is received, follow all vendor requirements, and return equipment on time. Report any damage, loss, theft, or rental issues to both the vendor and the Production Office as soon as possible.

### Important Reminders

* Outside rentals are not approved until all required documentation has been completed.
* The student listed as the renter is responsible for the rental agreement and any associated costs.
* Contact the Production Office if the vendor, equipment list, rental dates, or responsible student changes after submission.&#x20;

### Questions?

**SCA Production Office**\
Email: [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
Phone: (312) 362-6862\
Loop: Daley LL103\
Cinespace: 2514 W. 16th St., Office 204


# Intimacy Coordination

If your script includes intimate content, review the requirements on this page before casting, rehearsing, or filming.

The Production Office uses the [**Intimacy Evaluation Chart**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650004/View) to determine whether a project requires additional discussion, an Intimacy Coordinator, or other support.&#x20;

**Important:** Do not begin planning or filming intimate content until the Production Office has reviewed the scene and confirmed the required support and approvals.&#x20;

***

[**Looking for the Intimacy Evaluation Chart?**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650004/View) Review the chart before submitting your project to better understand how intimate content is evaluated and what support may be required.

***

<details>

<summary><strong>What Counts as Intimate Content?</strong></summary>

Intimate content may include, but is not limited to:

* Kissing
* Simulated sexual activity
* Nudity or partial nudity
* Physical contact that may require choreography, consent planning, or performer support
* Any scene the Production Office identifies as requiring intimacy review

If you are unsure whether a scene requires review, contact the Production Office before casting, rehearsing, or filming.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>How the Review Process Works</strong></summary>

#### Step 1: Review the Intimacy Evaluation Chart

Use the [Intimacy Evaluation Chart](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650004/View) to understand how the Production Office may evaluate your script and determine the appropriate level of support.

The chart can help you understand whether your project may require:

* A SAG-AFTRA Certified Intimacy Coordinator
* A generally certified and experienced Intimacy Coordinator
* Another form of intimacy-related support
* Additional Production Office discussion or review&#x20;

#### Step 2: Submit Your Project for Review

If your script contains intimate content, the Production Office may initiate follow-up through Smartsheet as part of the project review process.

Respond promptly to any Smartsheet requests and provide clear information about the scene, performers, planned choreography, and requested support.

#### Step 3: Discuss the Plan with Your Cast and Crew

Talk with your cast and crew about the intimacy plan before rehearsal or production.

Performers have the right to decline actions or request additional support if they are not comfortable. Do not pressure performers into actions they have not agreed to perform.&#x20;

#### Step 4: Hire an Approved Intimacy Coordinator if Required

If the Production Office determines that a professional Intimacy Coordinator is required, the student production is responsible for hiring the coordinator.

You must provide the Production Office with the coordinator's proof of certification and/or professional resume for approval before production.

Hiring an Intimacy Coordinator is at the student's expense.

[**View the List of Local Intimacy Coordinators** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13874128/View)

#### Step 5: Wait for Approval Before Production

Do not rehearse or film intimate content until the Production Office has reviewed the plan, approved the required support, and confirmed that the production may proceed.

**A project submission, Project Number, Smartsheet request, equipment reservation, or facility reservation does not automatically approve intimate content.**&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Student Responsibilities</strong></summary>

Students are responsible for:

* Reviewing the [**Intimacy Evaluation Chart**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650004/View)
* Identifying intimate content in the script
* Submitting accurate information through the project review process
* Discussing intimacy plans with cast and crew
* Respecting performer boundaries and consent
* Hiring an approved Intimacy Coordinator when required
* Providing certification and/or professional credentials to the Production Office
* Following all Production Office instructions and safety requirements&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Before You Begin</strong></summary>

Use this checklist before planning a scene that may require intimacy support:

* Review the script for intimate content.
* Review the [**Intimacy Evaluation Chart.**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11650004/View)
* Confirm whether the project requires Greenlighting.
* Submit the project and respond to Smartsheet requests.
* Discuss the plan with cast and crew.
* Confirm whether an Intimacy Coordinator is required.
* Hire an approved Intimacy Coordinator if required.
* Submit certification and/or professional credentials to the Production Office.
* Wait for approval before rehearsal or production.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Related Resources</strong></summary>

* [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Restricted & Prohibited Activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)
* [**Smartsheet & Dynamic View**](/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view)
* [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline)
* [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)

</details>

***

<br>


# Greenlighting Projects

### What Is a Greenlighting Project?

A Greenlighting Project is a student production that requires Production Office review because it involves resources, locations, equipment, or activities that fall outside the limits of an Anytime Project.

If you're unsure whether your project requires Greenlighting, contact the SCA Production Office before making reservations or beginning production.

### When Is Greenlighting Required?

Your project likely requires Greenlighting if it involves:

* [**DePaul stages, studios, classrooms, or other reservable facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities#cinespace-stages)
* Equipment outside the approved [**Anytime Project inventory**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12812881/View)
* [**Production Office support**](/production-resources-and-support#the-sca-production-office)
* [**Permits, insurance,**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits) or [**outside rentals**](/start-a-project/renting-equipment-outside-of-depaul)
* [**Stunts**](/start-a-project/stunts) or other physical hazards
* [**Intimacy scenes**](/start-a-project/intimacy-coordination)
* [**Prop weapons or prop firearms**](/start-a-project/prop-weapons)
* [**Fire, smoke, haze, vehicles, water, special effects, or other restricted activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)
* Any production that exceeds Anytime Project limits

### Before You Submit

Complete the following requirements:

* [**SCA Production Training**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)
* [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)

Be prepared to provide:

* Production dates
* Locations
* Cast and crew information
* Equipment needs
* Planned production activities
* Any safety concerns

### Submit a Project Information Form (PIF)

The [**Project Information Form (PIF)**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619) begins Production Office review and project registration.

Class projects submitted for Greenlighting review must include a course syllabus showing the production is an approved course assignment.

After submitting, monitor [**Smartsheet Dynamic View** ](https://app.smartsheet.com/login?dlp=%2Fdynamicview%2Fviews%2Fb861416e-b4aa-48ef-91c4-e6af6ffc8fdf)and respond promptly to any requests from the Production Office.

### Important

A reservation, project submission, or project number does **not** mean a project has been approved.

Before filming, all required reviews, permits, insurance documents, safety plans, paperwork, and approvals must be completed.

### Related Resources

* [**Submitting a Project**](/start-a-project/submitting-projects)
* [**Smartsheet & Dynamic View**](/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view)
* [**Filmmaking Paperwork**](/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork)
* [**Filming on Location & Permits**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)


# Anytime Projects

### What Is an Anytime Project?

An Anytime Project is a small student production that may use designated Anytime Project equipment without going through the Greenlighting process.

Anytime Projects are intended for creative experimentation, skill development, and smaller productions that do not require Production Office support, facility reservations, permits, insurance, or other special approvals.

***

### Does Your Project Qualify?

Your project may qualify as an Anytime Project if all of the following are true:

☐ It is not an [**Independent Study project**](/production-independent-studies)\
☐ You are using only [**approved Anytime Project equipment**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12812881/View)\
☐ You are filming at a student-owned residence or in a public location where access is not restricted\
☐ Your production has five participants or fewer\
☐ You are not using DePaul stages, studios, classrooms, or other reservable facilities\
☐ Your project does not require permits, insurance, or Production Office support\
☐ Your project does not include [**restricted activities** ](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)such as [**stunts**](/start-a-project/stunts), [**intimacy**](/start-a-project/intimacy-coordination) scenes, [**prop weapons, or prop firearms**](/start-a-project/prop-weapons)

**If any item above is not true, your project likely requires** [**Greenlighting**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)**.**

***

### Before You Begin

Before checking out equipment or beginning production:

1. Complete annual [**SCA Production Training**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)
2. Submit the [**SCA Student General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)
3. Review[ **Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
4. Review [**Equipment & Stage Policies**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies)
5. Complete any required checkout documentation
6. Check the [**Closures & Holiday Schedule**](/closures-and-holiday-schedule)

***

### Equipment & Reservations

Approved Anytime Project equipment may include:

* DSLR cameras
* Entry-level cinema cameras
* Basic lighting kits
* Basic audio kits

[**View the Anytime Project Equipment List**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12812881/View)

Use the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/) to review available equipment and submit reservations.

Equipment availability, certifications, checkout limits, operating hours, and equipment center policies still apply.

***


# General Release Form

All DePaul SCA students, and any non-SCA students working on DePaul student productions, must complete the **SCA Student General Release Form** once each academic year before:

* Working on a DePaul student film
* Using DePaul equipment
* Using DePaul stages or production facilities

[**→ Complete the General Release Form**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)

The General Release Form confirms your willingness to participate in a production and allows DePaul to verify your involvement in university-supported projects.

***

### Cast & Crew Verification Process

Before a project can receive **Greenlight approval**, all cast and crew members must have a completed General Release Form on file.

To verify this:

1. Download the[ **Cast & Crew List Template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11635552/View) from SCA Central.
2. Complete the template following all instructions at the top of the form.
3. Do not modify the required identification columns.
4. Use DePaul email addresses for current DePaul students.
5. Leave Student ID blank for non-DePaul participants.
6. Upload the completed Excel file to your project submission.

The Production Office will use this information to verify release form completion.

***

### Release Check Dynamic View

Once your cast and crew list has been submitted, an automated system checks whether each participant has completed the annual General Release Form.

* Participants who have **not** signed will appear in red and automatically receive an email reminder.
* Participants who **have** signed will appear in green and require no further action.

Projects will not receive **Greenlight approval** until all required cast and crew members have submitted their release forms.

Exceptions for documentary projects or unique circumstances may be approved by the Manager of Production.

<br>


# Equipment & Facilities

### Find the Equipment or Production Space You Need

Looking for equipment or a production space? Review the equipment centers and facilities below.

**Important:** Equipment and space reservations do not replace project approval. Complete required training, paperwork, certifications, and approvals before production.

## **Loop**&#x20;

<details open>

<summary><strong>The Cage (Loop Equipment Center)</strong></summary>

Need equipment for your production? The Cage is SCA's primary equipment checkout center on the Loop Campus, providing access to cameras, lighting, audio, grip, and other production equipment for approved student projects.

**Location:** 14 E. Jackson Ave, Daley LL106, Chicago, IL 60604\
**Contact:** [**cdmequipment@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:cdmequipment@cdm.depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-5733\
**Hours:** Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

**Manager Production Operations**: [**Nick Schmidt**](mailto:nschmid5@cdm.depaul.edu)

**Quick Links**

* [**Cage Equipment List**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13855330/View)
* [**Cage Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications#cage-equipment-certification-requirement)
* [**Cage Equipment Policies & Reservations**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies)
* [**Cage Equipment Center FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#the-cage-faqs)

**Reservation Reminder:** Equipment availability, certification requirements, project approval, and operating hours may affect reservations.

</details>

***

## **Cinespace**

**Cinespace Address Reminder:** Cinespace includes multiple stages and entrances. Confirm the correct location, entrance, parking instructions, and operating hours before arriving.

<details open>

<summary><strong>Camera Vault</strong></summary>

Need camera or sound equipment for your production? The Camera Vault provides access to advanced camera and sound packages.

**Location:** 2514 W. 16th St., Cinespace Center Building\
**Contact:** [**cameravault@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:cameravault@cdm.depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-6322\
**Hours:** Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

**Camera Vault Coordinator:** [**Clarisse Callahan**](mailto:ccalla11@depaul.edu)

**Quick Links**

* [**Vault Equipment List**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/8332072/View)
* [**Vault Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications#camera-vault-advanced-camera-certifications)
* [**Vault Equipment Policies & Reservations**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies#camera-vault-policies)
* [**Vault Equipment Center FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#camera-vault-faqs)

</details>

<details open>

<summary><strong>The Shack</strong></summary>

Need lighting and grip equipment for your production? The Shack provides access to professional grip and electric equipment.

**Location:** 2514 W. 16th St., Stage 26, Cinespace\
**Contact:** [**theshack@depaul.edu**](mailto:theshack@depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-7550\
**Hours:** Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

**Grip and Electric** **Coordinator:** [**Sean Altuna**](mailto:saultuna@depaul.edu)

**Quick Links**

* [**Shack Equipment List**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12719697/View)
* [**Shack Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications#shack-grip-and-lighting-gear-certifications)
* [**Shack Equipment Policies & Reservations**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies#the-shack-policies)
* [**Shack Equipment Center FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#the-shack-faqs)

</details>

<details open>

<summary><strong>Cinespace Stages</strong></summary>

Need a studio space for your production? Cinespace Stages provides access to professional sound stages and production spaces for approved coursework, thesis films, and other eligible student productions.

**Location:** 2514 W. 16th St., Cinespace Center Building\
**Contact:** [**cinespacestages@depaul.edu**](mailto:cinespacestages@depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-5414\
**Hours:**\
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.\
Friday: 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.\
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Weeks 2-11 of the Quarter Only)

**Manager of Stage Operations:** [**Blake Armstrong**](mailto:barmst11@depaul.edu)

**Quick Links**

* [**Stage Reservations & Policies**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies#cinespace-stage-policies-and-reservations)
* [**Stage Pictures & Descriptions**](/equipment-and-facilities/stage-descriptions)
* [**Stage Equipment Packages**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/8331873/View)
* [**Stage Equipment Center FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#cinespace-stage-faqs)

**Approval Reminder:** A stage reservation does not replace project approval. Confirm that your project has completed the required approval and safety process before reserving or using a stage.

</details>

<details open>

<summary><strong>Cinespace Campus Information</strong></summary>

[**Need help navigating the DePaul Cinespace campus?**](/equipment-and-facilities/getting-access-to-cinespace)

DePaul Cinespace Studios is SCA's 45,000-square-foot production campus within Cinespace Chicago Film Studios. The campus includes production stages, classrooms, DIT suites, a scene shop, hair and makeup facilities, the Camera Vault, and The Shack Equipment Centers.

**Campus Address:** 2525 W. 15th St., Chicago, IL 60608

**Hours:** Hours vary by facility. Refer to the individual equipment center or stage schedule above.

**Quick Links**

* [**Entry to Cinespace**](/equipment-and-facilities/getting-access-to-cinespace)
* [**Shuttle Schedules**](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule)
* [**Cinespace Staff**](/equipment-and-facilities/cinespace-staff)
* [**Campus Tours**](https://connect.depaul.edu/portal/cinespace-tours)
* [**Campus FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#cinespace-campus-faqs)

**Before Visiting:** Bring your DePaul ID and confirm the correct building, entrance, parking instructions, shuttle schedule, and facility hours.

</details>

## Related SCA Policies

Looking for additional requirements, certifications, permits, fines, or production rules? Review the resources below.

[**Production Policies**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)

[**Film Locations & Permits**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits)

[**Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications)

[**Penalties & Fines**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-and-stage-policies#penalties-and-fines)


# Equipment Certifications

## Equipment Certifications

### Check Certification Requirements Before Reserving Equipment

Some SCA equipment requires certification before it can be reserved or checked out.

Certification confirms that a student has demonstrated safe and competent operation of the equipment.

**Important:** Enrolling in a qualifying course makes you eligible for evaluation. Enrollment alone does not grant certification or guarantee access to every item in an equipment category.

Certification requirements are maintained by the equipment managers for the Camera Vault, The Shack, and The Cage.

Do not reserve equipment that requires certification until the certification has been added to your WebCheckout account.

***

### How Certification Works

1. Enroll in a qualifying SCA course.
2. Demonstrate safe and competent use of the equipment to the course instructor.
3. The instructor submits certification approval to the appropriate equipment coordinator.
4. The equipment coordinator adds the certification to your WebCheckout account.
5. Reserve or check out equipment only after the certification appears in your account.

**Individual testing by equipment-center staff is not available unless specifically noted below.**

**Certification is equipment-specific.** Completing a course or receiving one certification does not automatically grant access to every camera, lighting instrument, grip item, sound mixer, or other specialized item.

***

<details>

<summary><strong>Camera Vault – Advanced Camera Certifications</strong></summary>

**Effective Date:** September 9, 2026

Students must have the required certification recorded in their WebCheckout account before checking out advanced camera equipment from the Camera Vault.

Advanced camera certification is granted by faculty to students who demonstrate safe and competent operation of the equipment.

Individual testing administered by Camera Vault technicians is not available.

This course-based certification model is intended to provide consistent instruction, reduce the risk of misuse, and expand access to certification opportunities through regularly scheduled coursework.

#### Qualifying Courses

Enrollment in one of the following courses makes students eligible for evaluation. The course instructor determines whether the student has demonstrated the required competency.

| Certification Category               | Qualifying Course(s)                                                                                              |
| ------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Tier 1 Advanced Camera Equipment** | FILM 350/460 – Cinematography II                                                                                  |
| **Tier 2 Advanced Camera Equipment** | FILM 358/458 – Camera Workshop                                                                                    |
| **VFX Camera Equipment**             | <p>VFX 332/422 – Virtual Environments for Virtual Production<br>VFX 326/426 – Lighting for Virtual Production</p> |

For a comprehensive breakdown of the Vault’s equipment tiers, please review [**this list**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13856599/View).&#x20;

Further questions about advanced camera certifications? Reach out to the Camera Vault.

(*Above is a shortened version of the new advanced camera certification policy.* [**FULL POLICY HERE**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/13862125/View)**)**

**Questions? Contact the** **Camera Vault:**\
[**cameravault@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:cameravault@cdm.depaul.edu)<br>

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Shack - Grip and Lighting Gear Certifications</strong></summary>

Students must have the required certification recorded in their WebCheckout account before checking out advanced lighting or grip equipment from The Shack.

Certification is granted to students who demonstrate safe and competent operation of the equipment.

Individual testing by G\&E technicians or the G\&E Coordinator is not available.

This course-based certification model provides consistent instruction, reduces the risk of misuse, and expands access to certification opportunities through regularly scheduled coursework.

#### Qualifying Courses and Equipment Groups

Enrollment in a qualifying course makes students eligible for evaluation. It does not automatically grant certification.

#### Lighting I – Advanced LED

**Qualifying Course:** FILM 355

Equipment may include:

* ARRI SkyPanel LED kits
* Astera Titan and Helios LED kits
* Vortex 4 and 8 LED kits

#### Lighting II – Advanced Grip

**Qualifying Course:** FILM 356

Equipment may include:

* Menace Arm kits
* Speed Rail and accessories
* 12x20 rags
* 20x20 rags
* Wall spreader kits
* Matthew Boom Arm kits (Baby and Junior)
* Camera rigging equipment
* Mattipoles and Matthews kits

#### Lighting II – Advanced Electric

**Qualifying Course:** FILM 356

Equipment may include:

* 12K dimmers
* 9-Light Maxi
* ARRI M18 and M40 HMI kits
* Crank stands
* Joker HMI kits
* Daylight Tenner LED kit
* T12 Fresnel kits

#### Lighting II – Advanced Dollies

**Qualifying Course:** FILM 356

Equipment may include:

* Chapman Super PeeWee III kit
* JL Fisher 11 kit
* Skater wheels

For questions about advanced grip, lighting, or electric certifications, contact The Shack before placing a reservation.

**Questions? Contact the Shack:**\
[**theshack@depaul.edu**](mailto:theshack@depaul.edu)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Cage - Equipment Certification Requirement</strong></summary>

The following equipment requires certification before checkout:

* **Gimbals**, including Ronin-S and Osmo
* **Advanced sound mixers**, including Sound Devices 633, 664, 833, and MixPre-6

Certification is completed through a short demonstration of safe and competent operation of the equipment.

The demonstration typically takes approximately **15 minutes**.

**Before Reserving:** Contact The Cage if you are unsure whether a specific item requires certification. Do not assume that completing general production training qualifies you to use specialized equipment.

**Questions? Contact the Cage:**\
[**cdmequipment@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:cdmequipment@cdm.depaul.edu)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Virtual Production Wall Certifications</strong></summary>

Students must have the required certification recorded in their WebCheckout account before reserving or operating certain Virtual Production Volume equipment and systems on Stage 21A. Certification exams are equipment-specific and are given through qualifying coursework. Enrollment in a course does not automatically result in certification. Students must demonstrate safe and competent operation of the equipment and pass the certification exam.

#### Qualifying Courses and Equipment Groups

**Brain Bar**

**Qualifying Course:** VFX 320/420 Fundamentals of Virtual Production

Certification covers access to and operation of the Brain Bar workstations and monitoring systems used with the LED Volume for 2D playback.

**Server Room**

**Qualifying Course:** VFX 322/422 Virtual Environments for Virtual Production

Certification covers access to and operation of the render nodes and supporting systems used for 3D virtual production workflows.&#x20;

**StarTracker & Ursa**

**Qualifying Courses:**

* VFX 322/422 Virtual Environments for Virtual Production
* VFX 326/426 Lighting for Virtual Production

Certification covers operation of the Blackmagic Ursa camera system, Mo-Sys StarTracker, and related accessories.&#x20;

#### Reservation Reminder

Stage 21A reservations and equipment certifications are separate requirements.

Use of the LED Volume may require additional reservations and certifications for the Brain Bar, Server Room, StarTracker & Ursa package, camera support equipment, dolly systems, and other specialized virtual production equipment. Reserving Stage 21A does not automatically grant access to these resources.

**Questions? Contact** [**Brian Andrews**](mailto:brian.andrews@depaul.edu) **or the** [**Camera Vault**](mailto:cameravault@cdm.depaul.edu)**.**

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# Equipment FAQs

### Find Answers to Common Equipment, Reservation, Certification & Facility Questions

Use the sections below to quickly find information about equipment centers, stages, and Cinespace operations.

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### Find Your Answer

| I need help with...                                                                                                             | Go to this section                                                                                   |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| General equipment checkout, reservations, holds, fines, and account questions                                                   | [**General Equipment FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#general-equipment-center-faqs) |
| Loop equipment checkout, pickup, returns, and reservations                                                                      | [**The Cage FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#the-cage-faqs)                          |
| Advanced camera and sound equipment                                                                                             | [**Camera Vault FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#camera-vault-faqs)                  |
| Grip and lighting equipment                                                                                                     | [**The Shack FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#the-shack-faqs)                        |
| Stage reservations, stage equipment, set changes, and stage rules                                                               | [**Cinespace Stage FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#cinespace-stage-faqs)            |
| Cinespace IDs, parking, [**shuttle service**](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule)**,** visitor lists, and campus access | [**Cinespace Campus FAQs**](#cinespace-campus-faqs)                                                  |

***

### Browse FAQs

Select a category below to view frequently asked questions.

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<summary><strong>General Equipment Center FAQs</strong></summary>

**Who can check out equipment?**

If you're a currently enrolled SCA student, you're good to go! SCA equipment centers are here to help you bring your projects to life.

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**How much does it cost to check out equipment?**

There is no cost to check out equipment. However, you are responsible for returning everything on time, clean, and in good condition. Late returns, missing items, or damaged gear may result in fines or replacement and repair charges.

***

**Do I need a project number to reserve equipment?**

It depends on the type of project. [**Greenlighting Projects** ](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)generally require an approved project number before equipment reservations can be made. [**Anytime Projects**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) may reserve eligible equipment without a project number, subject to equipment availability. If you're unsure which process applies to your project, contact the Production Office.

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**How do I reserve equipment?**

Log in to the [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/) using your student credentials and reserve the equipment you need for your project.

***

**How far in advance can I reserve equipment?**

Most eligible student productions may reserve equipment up to 30 days in advance. MFA thesis projects receive 60-day advance access.

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**Can I edit my reservation after I've submitted it?**

Yes. If your reservation has not yet been approved, you can make changes directly in Patron Portal. If your reservation has already been approved, contact the equipment center at least one business day before your pickup and staff will help make any necessary updates.

***

**Can I walk in and borrow equipment without a reservation?**

No. Reservations through Patron Portal are required. Same-day reservations may be available, but typically require advance notice and approval from the equipment center.

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**Can someone else pick up or return my equipment?**

You must be present to pick up and sign for equipment checked out under your name. Another member of your project team may be able to assist with prep or return equipment, but you remain responsible for all items checked out under your account.

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**Can I lend equipment to another student?**

No. Equipment may only be used by the project and student under whose name it was reserved. You are responsible for all equipment checked out on your account.

***

**What happens if I'm late for a pickup or return?**

If you're running late, contact the equipment center as soon as possible. Repeated late pickups may result in reservation cancellations, while late returns are considered a policy violation and may result in fines, account holds, or restricted checkout privileges.

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**What if I damage or lose equipment?**

Contact the equipment center immediately and provide a detailed explanation of what happened. Prompt reporting helps staff resolve the issue and ensure equipment remains available for future productions.

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**I have a hold on my account. How do I get it removed?**

Contact the equipment center manager who placed the hold. They will explain the reason for the hold and the steps required to remove it.

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**I have a fine. Where do I pay?**

Fines can be paid online through the [**SCA Payment Portal**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/CIM/Cage/Cagepay).

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**Patron Portal is giving me an error. What should I do?**

Email the equipment center with a description of the issue and include a screenshot whenever possible. This helps staff troubleshoot the problem more quickly.

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**Can student staff help me load or unload equipment?**

Due to staffing limitations, student staff are generally unable to assist with loading or unloading equipment. Patrons are responsible for bringing enough crew members to safely prep, load, and unload their reservations. Exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the equipment center manager.

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**Can I use DePaul resources for commercial or non-DePaul projects?**

No. DePaul resources are for educational use only. Using them for commercial or outside projects is not permitted. Violations may result in disciplinary action and the loss of access to SCA facilities and equipment.

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<summary><strong>The Cage FAQs</strong></summary>

**How long can I keep equipment?**

Standard equipment checkout is 48 hours (2 business days).

Because the Cage is closed on weekends, some reservations may effectively be longer:

* Check out Monday → Return Wednesday
* Check out Thursday → Return Monday
* Check out Friday → Return Tuesday

Maximum checkout lengths may vary based on equipment availability and academic calendar periods.

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**Can I pick up my reserved equipment early or late?**

We do our best to accommodate scheduling requests, but early pickup is not always possible during busy periods. Arriving more than 30 minutes late may result in your reservation being canceled.

If you need to adjust your pickup time, please contact The Cage as soon as possible.

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**Can I return equipment early?**

Yes. Early returns are permitted, but on-time returns are preferred so staff can plan daily operations and prepare equipment for other productions.

If you need to return equipment early, please contact The Cage to coordinate a return time.

***

**Need more information?**

**Email:** <cdmequipment@cdm.depaul.edu>

We're here to help. Please reach out with any questions about equipment reservations, checkout procedures, or project needs.

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<summary><strong>Camera Vault FAQs</strong></summary>

**Can I pick up or return equipment on Saturday?**

No. The Camera Vault is closed on Saturdays.

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**If I'm shooting on a DePaul stage, can I pick up gear in the morning and return it in the afternoon?**

Possibly. Contact the Camera Vault Coordinator before your shoot to discuss your project and equipment needs. Accommodations may be made based on availability and scheduling.

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**Can I check out additional equipment after I've picked up my reservation?**

Usually no. Additional equipment requests are only approved in limited circumstances, such as safety concerns or situations outside the patron's control. Any additions require approval from the Camera Vault Coordinator or a Senior Vault Technician.

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**Does the Camera Vault have any film cameras?**

Yes. The Camera Vault has an Arriflex 535 available for practice and educational purposes. The camera is not available for student film shoots.

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**Need more information?**

**Email:** <cameravault@cdm.depaul.edu>

We're here to help. Please reach out with any questions about camera packages, audio equipment, reservations, or equipment certifications.

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<summary><strong>The Shack FAQs</strong></summary>

**Can I pick up or return equipment on Saturday?**

Generally, no. However, Saturday returns may be permitted if your project is filming on one of the DePaul stages. Please contact the G\&E Coordinator in advance for approval.

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**Another project member has certifications that I don't have. Can we create multiple reservations?**

No. The Shack only permits one reservation per project unless special approval is granted by the G\&E Coordinator.

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**If I'm shooting on a DePaul stage, can I pick up gear in the morning and return it in the afternoon?**

Possibly. Contact the G\&E Coordinator before your shoot to discuss your project and equipment needs. Accommodations may be available depending on scheduling and availability.

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**Can I check out additional equipment after I've picked up my reservation?**

Usually no. Additional equipment requests are only approved in limited circumstances, such as safety concerns or situations outside the patron's control. Any additions require approval from the G\&E Coordinator or a Senior Studio Technician.

***

**Need more information?**

**Email:** <theshack@depaul.edu>

We're here to help. Please reach out with any questions about grip and electric equipment, reservations, certifications, or stage support.

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<summary><strong>Cinespace Stage FAQs</strong></summary>

**Can I use the stages and classrooms outside of my scheduled class time?**

Yes. During the academic quarter, stages and classrooms are primarily used for scheduled classes, but students may reserve available spaces for approved projects.

To reserve a stage or classroom:

1. Submit a Project Information Form (PIF) and receive a project number.
2. Complete the required SCA Safety Training for the current academic year.
3. Log into Patron Portal to view availability and make reservations.

You may reserve one stage, one classroom, and the Hair & Makeup Room at a time. Multi-day projects require separate reservations for each day.

The Virtual Production/Greenscreen Stage cannot be reserved through Patron Portal. To request access, email <cinespacestages@depaul.edu> with your project number, requested dates and times, and a brief description of your project.

***

**Who do I talk to on the day of my shoot?**

Your primary point of contact is the Stage Assistant assigned to your stage. Stage Assistants can be found on stage or in Room 1508 and can help with check-in, facility questions, and production support throughout your reservation.

Be sure to complete a final walkthrough with your Stage Assistant before leaving.

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**What equipment is included with my stage reservation? What if I need more?**

Each stage includes a standard grip and lighting package and comes fully dressed with set elements specific to that stage.

If you need additional equipment, you may reserve gear in advance from The Cage, Camera Vault, or The Shack.

Please do not move equipment or set dressing between stages. If you need assistance during your reservation, contact your Stage Assistant.

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**Can I change or paint the sets?**

Not without approval.

If you would like to modify a set, paint surfaces, or make other significant changes, email your proposal to <cinespacestages@depaul.edu> and include a plan for restoring the space.

Painting and major set modifications are generally limited to summer and other academic break periods.

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**Can I use fake blood, haze, or other effects?**

Yes, with advance approval.

Submit your effects plan to <cinespacestages@depaul.edu> before your shoot. Effects must be reviewed and approved before use.

Fire, smoke, rain, and water effects are not permitted.

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**Can I eat on stage?**

No. Food is not permitted on stage.

Water in sealed containers is allowed.

Please use a reserved classroom, the common kitchen, or the breezeway for meals, craft services, and breaks. Help keep shared spaces clean by removing all food and trash when you leave.

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**Can I bring a vehicle on stage?**

No. Vehicles are only permitted on stage during approved class activities under faculty supervision.

The breezeway may be used briefly for loading and unloading, but vehicles may not park or block traffic.

***

**Am I allowed to operate stage power and lighting systems?**

Some electrical systems may only be operated by authorized personnel.

<table data-header-hidden data-search="false"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><br></td><td>Faculty</td><td>Full-Time Staff</td><td>Stage Assistants</td><td>Students</td></tr><tr><td>Main Panel</td><td>              X</td><td>               X</td><td>            X</td><td><br></td></tr><tr><td>Grid Lighting (spacelights, greenscreen)</td><td><p><br></p><p>              X</p></td><td><p><br></p><p>              X</p></td><td><p><br></p><p>            X</p></td><td><br></td></tr><tr><td>Perimeter work lights</td><td>              X</td><td>              X</td><td>            X</td><td>             X</td></tr><tr><td>House lights (wall switch)</td><td>              X</td><td>              X</td><td>            X</td><td>             X</td></tr><tr><td>Distro boxes</td><td>              X</td><td>              X</td><td>            X</td><td><br></td></tr><tr><td>Lunchboxes</td><td>              X</td><td>              X</td><td>            X</td><td>            X</td></tr><tr><td>Stingers</td><td>              X</td><td>              X</td><td>            X</td><td>            X</td></tr><tr><td>Chain Motors</td><td>              X</td><td>              X</td><td><br></td><td><br></td></tr></tbody></table>

If you are ever uncertain about operating electrical equipment, ask your Stage Assistant for guidance before proceeding. Safety is always the priority.

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**My shoot is running long. Do I really have to clean up?**

Yes.

All productions are responsible for leaving the space ready for the next user. Before the end of your reservation, make sure you:

* Reset all set dressing
* Return standard equipment to storage carts and staging areas
* Remove any additional equipment you brought into the space
* Remove all tape and temporary materials
* Sweep, clean, and remove all trash

Please plan your schedule accordingly and reserve time for wrap and cleanup.

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**What if I damage something or notice something broken?**

Report it to your Stage Assistant immediately.

Prompt reporting helps us address issues quickly and prevents additional damage or safety concerns.

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**What gets me in trouble?**

Common violations include:

* Failing to clean up after a production
* Missing a reservation without notice
* Using unapproved special effects
* Altering sets without permission
* Blocking fire lanes or emergency exits
* Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Violations may result in fines, suspension of reservation privileges, canceled projects, or other disciplinary action.

***

**Need more information?**

[**Full Stage Policies here**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12725506/View)

**Email:** [**cinespacestages@depaul.edu**](mailto:cinespacestages@depaul.edu)

We're here to help. Please reach out with any questions about stage reservations, facilities, or production support.

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<summary><strong>Cinespace Campus FAQs</strong></summary>

**Do I need a Cinespace ID in addition to my DePaul ID?**

Yes. Your Cinespace ID provides access through the security gate and allows you to enter designated exterior doors on the DePaul Cinespace campus.

**→** [**Learn more about obtaining a Cinespace ID**](/equipment-and-facilities/getting-access-to-cinespace#how-to-obtain-a-cinespace-id-card)

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**I lost my Cinespace ID. Can I get a replacement?**

Yes. Please email [**Nick Schmidt**](mailto:nschmid5@cdm.depaul.edu) as soon as you realize your ID is missing.

Replacement IDs can be picked up from the Loop Equipment Center

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

Yes. Students, faculty, staff, and visitors may park in Lot C or Lot J.

Be sure to display a yellow parking pass on your dashboard so security can identify your vehicle as belonging to a member of the DePaul community.

Parking passes are available near the entrances to each parking lot and in the Stage Assistants Office. If supplies are running low, please notify a Stage Technician.

Questions about parking should be directed to J.A. Hardy.

***

**I missed the shuttle. Can I get to Cinespace another way?**

Yes. You can take the CTA Pink Line to the Western station or take the #49 Western bus to Western and 16th Street.

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**Can prospective students tour Cinespace?**

Yes! Prospective students and their families can register for a Friday campus tour. Tours are limited to 30 participants, so early registration is recommended.

[**Register for a Cinespace Campus Tour.**](https://connect.depaul.edu/portal/cinespace-tours)&#x20;

For questions about tours, contact Jordan Rivers at [**jrive122@depaul.edu**](mailto:jrive122@depaul.edu)**.**

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**I'm not sure whether the shuttle has already left. How can I check?**

You can track shuttle locations in real time using the shuttle trackers below:

* [**Loop - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker** ](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/osm1av2GVm0PHnxgj5T9)
* [**Lincoln Park - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker**](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/nILirrdEPuMONsb8s04U)

***

**My cast and crew list has changed. How do I update my Cinespace Security List?**

No worries. Changes happen frequently.

For SCA student productions, update your visitor list template and upload the revised version to your Dynamic View submission. Changes submitted less than two business days before your shoot may not be processed in time.

For individual visitors or non-student productions, send the updated list directly to J.A. Hardy.

Please use the official template and avoid modifying its format, as changes may delay processing.

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**I'm not sure if my cast and crew visitor list has been approved. How can I check?**

For SCA student productions, the Production Office will coordinate any necessary updates.

For individual visitors or non-student productions, J.A. Hardy will typically confirm once your list has been processed. If you have not received a response within two business days, follow up directly.

Whenever possible, submit your visitor list early, even if it is not yet complete.

***

**I want to film in a parking lot or common area. Who should I contact?**

Requests to film in exterior spaces, parking lots, hallways, common areas, or other shared spaces should be directed to J.A. Hardy.

Please submit your request at least two business days before your shoot. Earlier requests are strongly encouraged because availability may change.

***

**I think I left something on a shuttle. How can I check?**

Email J.A. Hardy with:

* Your name
* Which shuttle you rode
* Approximately what time you rode
* A description of the missing item

Shuttle drivers inspect vehicles after each run, and staff will do their best to help locate lost items.

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**I have a question about production paperwork. Is anyone from the Production Office available at Cinespace?**

Yes. The Production Office maintains an office near Classroom 101 on the first floor of the Cinespace campus.

**Office Hours**

* Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
* Friday: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

The Production Office can assist with project paperwork, forms, approvals, and general production questions.

***

**Need more information?**

**Email:** <JHARDY14@depaul.edu>

We're here to help. Please reach out with any questions about campus access, transportation, parking, visitor lists, or general Cinespace operations.

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# Equipment & Stage Policies

Find policies, reservation requirements, and usage guidelines for DePaul's production equipment and facilities.

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<summary><strong>General Production Resource Policies</strong></summary>

**Reservation Requirements**

* All equipment reservations must be submitted through WebCheckout/Patron Portal.
* Reservations must be submitted at least one business day in advance.
* Reservations must be associated with an approved class, project, or production when applicable.
* Equipment centers reserve the right to limit resource quantities based on availability.

**Reservation Windows**

* Students may reserve equipment up to 30 days before their first shoot day.
* MFA Thesis productions may reserve equipment up to 60 days in advance.

**Maximum Checkout Lengths**&#x20;

* Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters: Maximum checkout period of 4 days (96 consecutive hours).
* December Intercession and Summer Session: Maximum checkout period of 10 days (240 consecutive hours).
* Typical checkout periods vary by equipment center and equipment type. For example, standard Cage equipment checkouts are typically 48 hours (2 business days), though some reservations may effectively be longer due to weekends or other scheduling considerations. See the [**Cage FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#the-cage-faqs) for additional checkout examples and details.

**Cancellations**

* Reservations must be canceled at least one business day before pickup.
* Cancellations may be completed through Patron Portal, by email, or by phone.

**Pickup & Returns**

* A valid DePaul ID must be presented when checking out equipment from any equipment center.
* Reserved equipment must be picked up during the scheduled reservation window.
* Late pickups, no-shows, and late returns may result in penalties.
* Early pickups and returns are not guaranteed.

**Equipment Responsibility**

* Patrons are responsible for inspecting equipment before leaving the equipment center.
* Report any damaged or missing equipment immediately.
* Returning damaged equipment may result in fines, account holds, or disciplinary action.
* The individual associated with a reservation is responsible for all equipment, charges, penalties, and policy violations connected to that reservation. **MFA Thesis Project Owners are also responsible for all reservations made on behalf of their project.**

**Resources for Educational Purposes Only**

* DePaul resources are for educational use only. Using them for commercial or outside projects is not permitted. Violations may result in disciplinary action and the loss of access to SCA facilities and equipment.

**Conduct**

* Students are expected to treat staff with professionalism and respect.
* Harassment, threatening behavior, or verbal abuse may result in suspension of checkout privileges.

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<summary><strong>Camera Vault Policies</strong></summary>

* Equipment use is prioritized for scheduled classes and MFA thesis productions.
* One camera package and one lens package per project.
* Camera or lens packages may not be checked out simultaneously from both the Camera Vault and the Cage.
* PL lenses require an advanced camera package.
* Advanced accessories require an advanced camera package.
* Camera practice sessions may be scheduled through the Camera Vault.
* Patrons must perform a full camera prep when checking out advanced equipment.
* Use caution when using non-DePaul equipment. Compatibility with DePaul equipment is not guaranteed.

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<summary><strong>The Shack Policies</strong></summary>

* Maximum checkout of 200 items.
* Maximum checkout of 50 items for Anytime Projects.
* Advanced gear reservations must be submitted at least one business day before pickup.
* Reservation changes for advanced gear must be submitted at least one business day (24 hours) before pickup.
* Anytime Project reservations must be submitted at least one hour before pickup and are subject to equipment availability.
* Advanced gear cannot be added on the day of pickup.
* Maximum of 3 advanced LED fixtures per checkout.
* Advanced gear may be limited by the G\&E Coordinator.
* Equipment must be tested and loaded within 2 hours of pickup.
* Due to limited loading dock space, pickup and return times are strictly enforced.
* To ensure equitable distribution of equipment, discarding advanced gear or an excessive amount of reserved resources during pickup may result in penalties. See Penalties & Fines.

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<summary><strong>Loop Equipment Center (The Cage) Policies</strong></summary>

* Reservations must include a valid class number or approved project number when required.
* Greenlight approval requirements apply where applicable.
* Unlike other advanced gear reservations, Loop Equipment Center reservations may be submitted with a **minimum of four hours' notice**, subject to availability.
* Equipment should be inspected before leaving the Cage.
* Questions or reservation issues should be directed to Cage staff.

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<summary><strong>Cinespace Stage Policies &#x26; Reservations</strong></summary>

**Stage Reservations**

* All student stage reservations require an approved Project Number (via the Greenlighting Process).
* View availability and submit reservation requests through Patron Portal.
* Reservations for Stage 21A must be submitted by email with your Project Number and intended use (general stage use, green screen, or LED volume).
* All reservations are subject to approval.

**Cancellations**

* Reservations must be canceled at least one business day in advance.
* No-shows may result in penalties.

**Stage Use Guidelines**

* Treat all stages as professional sound stages.
* The reservation holder must be present throughout the reservation.
* The reservation holder is responsible for ensuring cast and crew follow all stage policies.
* Allow sufficient time to restore, clean, and wrap all spaces used during your reservation.

**Additional Information**

* [**Full Stage Policies here**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12725506/View)
* [**Stage FAQs**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-faqs#cinespace-stage-faqs)

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<summary><strong>Penalties &#x26; Fines</strong></summary>

We want everyone to have fair and safe access to equipment. To support that, repeated violations of rules and regulations, including unclaimed or unused reservations, late returns, returning equipment in poor or improper condition, and/or violations related to safety guidelines, may result in disciplinary actions as determined by CDM Staff and Faculty.

**Important:** Warnings issued in **any of the Equipment Centers** count together. For example, a first warning in the Vault and another in the Shack equals two total warnings.

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Disciplinary actions are intended to promote accountability and may include, but are not limited to:

* **1st Warning** – A temporary equipment access hold will be placed on the student’s account. To restore access, the student must meet in person with the Equipment Center or Production Office Manager who issued the warning and sign an acknowledgment form confirming they’ve reviewed the policy and understand the expectations moving forward.
* **2nd Warning** – A one-week equipment access hold will be placed on the student’s account. Certified equipment privileges will also be suspended for four academic weeks. To restore access, the student must meet again with the Equipment Center or Production Office Manager and sign a second acknowledgment form confirming their understanding of the policies and consequences of any further violations.
* **3rd Warning** – Equipment access will be suspended for a minimum of four academic weeks in which the student is actively enrolled. To be considered for reinstatement, the student must submit a formal appeal to the CDM Appeals Committee. Additional academic or administrative actions may also be taken as determined by CDM Staff and Faculty.

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#### **Missing or Damaged Equipment**

* Missing or damaged items must be reported via email. If the item(s) are not returned within a 7-day grace period, the student will receive a bill via email for replacement or repair.&#x20;
* Replacement and repair costs (including shipping) will be determined at the sole discretion of Management, based on rates from our approved repair providers.
* Students may request an installment-based repayment plan. Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the total amount owed and the student’s expected graduation date.

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#### Paying a Fine

Students who have received a fine or billing notice may submit payment using the online payment portal.

[**Pay a Fine Here**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/CIM/Cage/CagePay)

***

<mark style="color:$danger;">**Resources for Educational Purposes Only**</mark>

DePaul resources are for educational use only. Using them for commercial or outside projects is not allowed and could lead to disciplinary action or losing access to SCA facilities and equipment.<br>

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# Shuttle Schedule

Transportation is available between the Loop Campus, Lincoln Park Campus, and DePaul Cinespace throughout the academic year.

### Quick Links

* [Academic Quarter Schedule](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule#academic-quarter-schedule)
* [Finals Week Schedule](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule#finals-week-schedule)
* [Summer & Winter Intersession Schedule](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule#summer-and-winter-intersession-schedule)
* [Shuttle Pickup Locations & Shuttle Tracker](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule#shuttle-pickup-locations)

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## Academic Quarter Schedule

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<summary><strong>Loop ↔ Cinespace</strong> </summary>

**Monday–Thursday**

| Loop Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| --------------- | -------------------- |
| 8:00 AM         | 9:30 AM              |
| 10:30 AM        | 12:00 PM             |
| 12:45 PM        | 2:00 PM              |
| 3:00 PM         | 4:45 PM              |
| 5:30 PM         | 9:40 PM              |

#### Friday

| Loop Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| --------------- | -------------------- |
| 8:30 AM         | 9:30 AM              |
| 10:30 AM        | 11:30 AM             |
| 1:00 PM         | 2:00 PM              |
| 3:30 PM         | 4:15 PM              |
| 5:15 PM         | 6:45 PM              |
| —               | 8:45 PM\*            |

\*Stops at both Loop and Lincoln Park

#### Saturday

| Loop Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| --------------- | -------------------- |
| 8:00 AM         | 10:00 AM             |
| 9:00 AM         | 12:00 PM             |
| 11:00 AM        | 3:00 PM              |
| 1:30 PM         | 5:45 PM              |

**DePaul Studios are open to students on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. throughout the academic quarter, excluding the first week of classes.**

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<summary><strong>Lincoln Park ↔ Cinespace</strong></summary>

#### Monday–Thursday

| Lincoln Park Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| ----------------------- | -------------------- |
| 7:45 AM                 | —                    |
| 12:30 PM                | 12:00 PM             |
| 5:15 PM                 | 4:35 PM              |
| —                       | 9:40 PM              |

#### Friday

| Lincoln Park Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| ----------------------- | -------------------- |
| 8:15 AM                 | —                    |
| 10:30 AM                | 11:30 AM             |
| 1:00 PM                 | 2:00 PM              |
| 3:30 PM                 | 4:15 PM              |
| —                       | 6:45 PM              |

**No Lincoln Park shuttle service on Saturdays**

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## Finals Week Schedule

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<summary><strong>Loop ↔ Cinespace</strong> </summary>

#### Monday–Thursday

| Loop Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| --------------- | -------------------- |
| 8:00 AM         | 9:00 AM              |
| 10:15 AM        | 11:00 AM             |
| 1:30 PM         | 2:30 PM              |
| 3:30 PM         | 4:50 PM              |
| 5:30 PM         | 9:30 PM\*            |

\*Stops at both Loop and Lincoln Park.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Lincoln Park ↔ Cinespace</strong></summary>

#### Monday–Thursday

| Lincoln Park Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| ----------------------- | -------------------- |
| 7:45 AM                 | 11:00 AM             |
| 10:15 AM                | 2:30 PM              |
| 1:30 PM                 | 4:50 PM              |
| 5:30 PM                 | 8:30 PM              |

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## Summer & Winter Intersession Schedule

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<summary><strong>Loop ↔ Cinespace</strong></summary>

#### Monday–Friday

| Loop Departures | Cinespace Departures |
| --------------- | -------------------- |
| 8:00 AM         | 9:30 AM              |
| 10:30 AM        | 11:30 AM             |
| 12:30 PM        | 1:30 PM              |
| 3:30 PM         | 5:45 PM              |

**No Lincoln Park shuttle service during summer and winter intersessions.**&#x20;

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## Shuttle Pickup Locations

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<summary><strong>Loop and Lincoln Park</strong> </summary>

### Loop Campus

**On Jackson in front of Barnes and Noble**.  If it is not there check the [**Loop - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker**](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/osm1av2GVm0PHnxgj5T9)**.**

### Lincoln Park Campus

Corner of **N. Sheffield Ave. and W. Belden Ave.**, next to the DePaul Student Welcome Center.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Shuttle Tracker and Helpful Reminders</strong></summary>

You can **track shuttle locations** in real time using the shuttle trackers below during the academic quarter:

* [**Loop - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker** ](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/osm1av2GVm0PHnxgj5T9)
* [**Lincoln Park - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker**](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/nILirrdEPuMONsb8s04U)

**Helpful Reminders**

* Arrive a few minutes before the scheduled departure time.
* Bring your DePaul ID.
* Shuttle schedules may change during holidays, closures, or special events.
* Confirm shuttle service before traveling during university breaks.

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# Stage Descriptions

These six production stages with equipment packages are available when not in use by classes.

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<summary> <strong>🟢 Stage 21A</strong> </summary>

Our Virtual Production Stage features a video wall and green screen cyclorama (with an updated photo coming soon to show off the new LED wall!).

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<summary><strong>🟡 Stage 21B</strong></summary>

Includes a full lighting and grip package, plus two classic sets: a Chicago Bar and a House with living room, bedroom, and dining room.

<h3 align="center">Chicago Bar</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Bungalow</h3>

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<summary><strong>🟣 Stage 22</strong></summary>

Comes with a full lighting and grip package and a Loft Apartment set with living area, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom, complete with a city skyline Translight outside the windows.

<h3 align="center">Loft Apartment Set</h3>

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<summary><strong>🔴 Stage 23</strong></summary>

Includes a full lighting and grip package, featuring three two-walled sets: a living room with fireplace, a restaurant booth, and a bedroom.

<h3 align="center">Bedroom Set</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Dining Room Set</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Living Room with Fireplace Set</h3>

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<summary><strong>🟠 Stage 24A</strong></summary>

Comes with a full lighting and grip package and two sets: a versatile basement/attic combo and a motel room.

<h3 align="center">Basement/Attic Combo Set</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Motel Room Set</h3>

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<summary><strong>🔵 Stage 24B</strong></summary>

A basic stage with four 2- and 3-walled sets: a kitchen, corner store, office, and library.

<h3 align="center">Corner Store Set</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Office Set</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Library Set</h3>

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<h3 align="center">Kitchen Set</h3>

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# Getting Access to Cinespace

Use this page to understand how to enter the DePaul Cinespace campus, obtain a Cinespace ID, arrange gate access, park, and submit visitor or cast/crew lists.

**Important:** [**Visitor and cast/crew lists**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11635552/View) must be submitted by the required deadline. Late submissions may not be processed in time, which can prevent visitors from entering campus on the day of production.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Cinespace ID</strong></summary>

Students who ride the DePaul shuttle or need regular access to the Cinespace campus should obtain a Cinespace ID.

A Cinespace ID allows you to enter through the security gate and access designated exterior doors on campus.

Before requesting a Cinespace ID, complete the required annual SCA Production Training.

#### Requesting a Cinespace ID

* Request a Cinespace ID through [**Patron Portal**](https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/sso/patron#!/) and click on ***Depaul Cinespace: ID checkout*** when prompted .
* IDs are generally available for pickup within one hour.
* Pick up your Cinespace ID from The Cage (Loop Equipment Center).
* Return your ID by the designated deadline.

Failure to return a Cinespace ID may result in a hold on your account.&#x20;

#### Lost ID?

Email [**Nick Schmidt**](mailto:nschmid5@cdm.depaul.edu) as soon as possible. Replacement IDs may be picked up from The Cage.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Gate Access</strong></summary>

#### Who Needs Gate Access?

Gate access may be required for:

* Visitors who have not previously entered the campus
* Students picking up or returning equipment without a Cinespace ID
* Cast and crew members
* Non-student visitors

#### How Do I Arrange Gate Access?

For Greenlighting productions, gate access is coordinated through the Production Office.

For other requests, contact [**J.A. Hardy**](mailto:JHARDY14@depaul.edu).&#x20;

#### Visitor Check-In

Visitors should check in at the Cinespace Welcome Center near Gate 1.

If someone experiences an access issue, they should contact the production's designated point of contact rather than DePaul staff directly. Production teams should include contact information on call sheets.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Parking at Cinespace</strong></summary>

* Lot J (upper level)
* Lot C (lower level)

Students participating in Greenlighted productions should use Lot J.

#### Parking Passes

A yellow parking pass must be displayed on the dashboard.

Passes are available at the parking lots and in the Stage Assistants Office.&#x20;

#### Overnight Parking

Overnight parking is not permitted without prior authorization.

Requests should be submitted to [**J.A. Hardy**](mailto:JHARDY14@depaul.edu) at least two business days in advance.&#x20;

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<summary><strong>Visitor &#x26; Cast/Crew Lists</strong></summary>

For SCA productions:

* Update the official visitor-list template.
* Submit updates through Dynamic View.
* Submit changes at least two business days before filming whenever possible.

For non-student productions or individual visitors, send updates directly to J.A. Hardy.&#x20;

Use the [**official template**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/11635552/View) and do not modify its format.&#x20;

For more information about Cinespace security lists and access requirements, visit the [**Cinespace Security Lists page in D2L**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/Home?itemIdentifier=D2L.LE.Content.ContentObject.ModuleCO-13071085).

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<summary><strong>Public Transportation</strong></summary>

Students may travel to Cinespace using:

* [**The DePaul Shuttle**](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule)
* CTA Pink Line
* \#49 Western Bus

#### Quick Links

* [**Shuttle Schedule**](/equipment-and-facilities/shuttle-schedule)
* [**Loop - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker** ](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/osm1av2GVm0PHnxgj5T9)
* [**Lincoln Park - Cinespace Shuttle Tracker**](https://cloud.samsara.com/o/39426/fleet/viewer/nILirrdEPuMONsb8s04U)

If you miss the shuttle, take the CTA Pink Line to Western or the #49 Western bus to Western & 16th Street.

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<summary><strong>Parking at Cinespace</strong></summary>

### Campus Map

Use the Cinespace Campus Map to locate:

* Gates
* Parking lots
* Stages
* Classrooms
* Equipment centers
* Campus facilities

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### Questions?

**J.A. Hardy**\
[**JHardy14@depaul.edu**](mailto:JHardy14@depaul.edu)

For production paperwork, approvals, or project support, contact the [**SCA Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu).


# Cinespace Staff

<h3 align="center">DePaul Cinespace Studios Staff</h3>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Joe Lyons</strong> </p><p>Director of Cinespace  <a href="mailto:jlyons18@cdm.depaul.edu">jlyons18@cdm.depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/bL6oTaSOXNfu10Em8MhH/J.%20Lyons.jpg">J. Lyons.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>J.A. Hardy</strong> </p><p>Associate Director of Cinespace <a href="mailto:jhardy14@depaul.edu">jhardy14@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/DaAFCVR8lD3XuLYHJa9n/J.%20Hardy.jpg">J. Hardy.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Blake Armstrong</strong></p><p>Manager of Stage Operations <a href="mailto:barmst11@depaul.edu">barmst11@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://2267407341-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FJIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ%2Fuploads%2FgoxgRR3ounxbBJckNFQd%2FUnknown.jpeg?alt=media&amp;token=b13f2d8a-ccdf-4105-bb95-dccb47964af1">Unknown.jpeg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Eric Liberacki</strong> </p><p>Manager of Equipment Operations <a href="mailto:eliberac@cdm.depaul.edu">eliberac@cdm.depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/9OWRTdBvNN1BklHbn3zM/E.Liberacki.jpg">E.Liberacki.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Sean Altuna</strong> </p><p>Grip &#x26; Electric </p><p>"Shack" Coordinator <a href="mailto:saltuna@depaul.edu">saltuna@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/rB7pmZP6H2iMY7dYUA3r/S.Altuna.jpg">S.Altuna.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Clarisse Callahan</strong> </p><p>Camera Vault Coordinator <a href="mailto:ccalla11@depaul.edu">ccalla11@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/eE5fwCwaxQEGWG5DzyOL/C.Callahan.jpg">C.Callahan.jpg</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


# Production Resources & Support

### Find the Right Resource

Need help with a project, equipment, facilities, paperwork, safety concerns, student opportunities, or university services? Start here.

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### Quick Links

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>If you need to...</th><th>Go to...</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Determine whether your project is Anytime or Greenlighting</td><td><a href="/start-a-project"><strong>Start a Project</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Submit a Greenlighting project</td><td><a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b990f88678b444d7a0ac8143d0a01619"><strong>Project Information Form (PIF)</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Review requests and submit project documents</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/smartsheet-and-dynamic-view"><strong>Smartsheet &#x26; Dynamic View</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find required forms and templates</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork"><strong>Filmmaking Paperwork</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Reserve equipment, stages, or facilities</td><td><a href="/equipment-and-facilities"><strong>Equipment &#x26; Facilities</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find location, permit, and insurance requirements</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits"><strong>Filming on Location &#x26; Permits</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Review safety rules and restricted activities</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards"><strong>Production Policies &#x26; Safety Standards</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Report a safety concern</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline"><strong>Report a Concern / Safety Hotline</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Report a technical, equipment, or facility issue</td><td><a href="https://depaul.service-now.com/cdm/en/report-a-cdm-issue?id=depaul_item&#x26;sys_id=a65b9aff1b3db410f46cda48cc4bcbce"><strong>Report a CDM or SCA Issue</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Request an exception to an SCA policy or requirement</td><td><a href="https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/Forms/Appeal/Home"><strong>SCA Appeals Process</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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Looking for more details? Expand the sections below to learn about SCA offices, services, training requirements, support resources, and available student opportunities.

<details>

<summary><strong>The SCA Production Office</strong></summary>

The SCA Production Office is the primary resource for student filmmaking at the School of Cinematic Arts.

Contact the Production Office if you have questions about:

* Starting a project
* Greenlighting
* Production paperwork
* Smartsheet & Dynamic View
* Locations, permits, and insurance
* Equipment and facility eligibility
* Production policies
* Project changes or reshoots
* General production support

**Email:** [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-6862

#### Office Hours

Monday-Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.\
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

#### Locations

**Loop Office**\
Daley LL103

**Cinespace Office**\
2514 W. 16th St., Office 204

#### Production Contacts

* [**Sandy Gordon**](mailto:s.gordon@depaul.edu), Manager of Production
* [**Eric Sexton**](mailto:ESEXTON2@depaul.edu), Production Office Coordinator

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>SCA Central</strong></summary>

[**SCA Central** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/653204)is the School of Cinematic Arts information hub in D2L. All SCA students are automatically enrolled and should bookmark it for future use.&#x20;

Resources may include:

* Production paperwork and templates
* Production announcements
* Crew Calls
* Film Crew Directory
* Equipment and stage information
* Patron Portal access
* Intimacy training resources
* Actor Database
* The Well screenplay database
* Student jobs and freelance opportunities

If you do not see [**SCA Central** ](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/653204)in D2L, contact the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) or the [**DePaul Help Desk**](mailto:helpdesk@cdm.depaul.edu).&#x20;

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<details>

<summary><strong>SCA Production Training</strong></summary>

SCA Production Training is required annually for students participating in SCA film projects.&#x20;

Complete training before using SCA equipment, stages, or production facilities.

Additional certifications may be required for specific equipment or facilities.

[**SCA Production Training**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/home/1164695)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Safety &#x26; Incident Reporting</strong></summary>

Everyone participating in an SCA production is responsible for their own safety and the safety of others. If a condition, activity, or instruction appears unsafe, stop and raise the concern.&#x20;

#### Emergency

For immediate danger, serious injury, illness, or fire:

1. Call 911
2. Contact DePaul Public Safety
   * Lincoln Park: (773) 325-7777
   * Loop: (312) 362-8400
3. Notify the [**Production Office**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu) as soon as possible

#### Non-Emergency Safety Concerns

Contact:

* The Producer or 1st AD
* The SCA Production Office
* SCA faculty or staff
* The Safety Hotline

#### Safety Hotline

For confidential concerns involving:

* Unsafe behavior
* Ignored safety protocols
* Harassment
* Discrimination
* Inappropriate conduct

**Phone:** (312) 362-8591\
**Email:** [**SCAsafetyhotline@depaul.edu**](mailto:SCAsafetyhotline@depaul.edu)

For complete reporting procedures, see [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline).&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Get Involved with SCA</strong></summary>

Participating in productions, student organizations, events, and professional-development opportunities is one of the best ways to build your network and gain experience.&#x20;

#### Student Organizations & Community

* [**Student Organizations (DHub)**](https://myresources.depaul.edu/cdm/current-students/organizations/student-organizations#three)
* [**DePaul Cinema Instagram**](https://www.instagram.com/depaulcinema/?hl=en)
* [**DePaul Cinema Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/DePaulCinema/)

#### Watch & Learn

* [**Visiting Artists Series**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2pPc9Gzl1ryFr7nVxyNmCA)
* [**DePaul TV Incubator**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuuZsi15Jr8nDtLRJ-I_39g)

#### Jobs & Opportunities

* [**Campus Jobs**](https://offices.depaul.edu/student-employment/Pages/default.aspx)
* [**Crew Calls in SCA Central**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/common/dialogs/quickLink/quickLink.d2l?ou=653204\&type=discuss\&rcode=depaul-2635239\&launchFramed=1\&framedName=Crew+Calls)
* [**Student and Freelance Opportunities**](https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/common/dialogs/quickLink/quickLink.d2l?ou=653204\&type=discuss\&rcode=depaul-2635238\&launchFramed=1\&framedName=Gigs+For+Students)
* [**LA Quarter**](https://cdm.depaul.edu/school-of-cinematic-arts/depaul-los-angeles/la-quarter)

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<details>

<summary><strong>Report a CDM or SCA Issue</strong></summary>

Use the CDM [**ServiceNow**](https://depaul.service-now.com/cdm/en/report-a-cdm-issue?id=depaul_item\&sys_id=a65b9aff1b3db410f46cda48cc4bcbce) to report:

* Equipment issues
* Equipment facility and Stage issues
* Patron Portal problems
* Production-related concerns
* Technical support requests
* Shuttle issues

When submitting a request, include:

* Location of Issue
* DePaul email address
* Project title or number (if applicable)
* Location
* Date and time
* Description of the issue
* Relevant screenshots or photos

[**Open the CDM Service Portal** ](https://depaul.service-now.com/cdm/en/report-a-cdm-issue?id=depaul_item\&sys_id=a65b9aff1b3db410f46cda48cc4bcbce)

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<summary><strong>Request an SCA Appeal</strong></summary>

If you need an exception to an SCA production policy, procedure, deadline, or requirement, review the SCA Appeals Process.

Appeals are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Please explain:

* The request
* Relevant circumstances
* Proposed solution
* Supporting documentation

Submitting an appeal does not automatically pause a deadline or authorize an activity.&#x20;

[**Open the SCA Appeals Process**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/Forms/Appeal/Home)

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<details>

<summary><strong>CDM &#x26; University Support</strong></summary>

#### CDM Help Desk

For:

* Software issues
* Computer lab support
* SCA-specific technology questions

**Email:** [**helpdesk@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:helpdesk@cdm.depaul.edu)

#### University Help Desk

For:

* University account access
* Login issues
* General technology support

**Email:** [**helpdesk@depaul.edu**](mailto:helpdesk@depaul.edu)

#### Additional Resources

* [**CDM Website**](https://cdm.depaul.edu/)
* [**SCA Knowledge Base**](https://depaul.service-now.com/cdm)
* [**LinkedIn Learning**](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/)
* [**CDM Tutoring Services**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/Public/Tutors?area=)
* [**DePaul Writing Center**](https://condor.depaul.edu/writing/)
* [**The Well Screenplay Database**](https://my.cdm.depaul.edu/v2/WellDatabase/Script/Index)

</details>

***


# Report a Concern / Safety Hotline

### Report Safety Concerns, Incidents, or Emergencies

Everyone participating in an SCA production is responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.

If you witness an injury, accident, unsafe condition, harassment, discrimination, or other concern related to an SCA production, report it as soon as possible.

Students may stop or opt out of any activity they believe is unsafe.

***

<details>

<summary><strong>Emergency</strong></summary>

For immediate danger, serious injury, illness, fire, or another emergency:

1. Call **911**
2. Contact DePaul Public Safety
   * **Lincoln Park:** (773) 325-7777
   * **Loop:** (312) 362-8400
3. Notify the Producer, 1st AD, faculty member, or SCA staff member when it is safe to do so.
4. Notify the SCA Production Office as soon as possible.

If applicable, follow any additional reporting procedures required by a location, permit authority, public agency, or university office.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Non-Emergency Safety Concerns</strong></summary>

Everyone on set is responsible for helping maintain a safe and respectful production environment.

If you see something unsafe, say something.

Students may stop or opt out of activities they believe are unsafe.

#### Recommended Reporting Path

1. Assistant Director (AD) and/or Producer
2. Production Office
3. SCA faculty or staff
4. Safety Hotline

If you are uncomfortable speaking with someone involved in the production, you may skip steps and contact the Production Office, SCA faculty, staff, or the Safety Hotline directly.

Information may be shared anonymously.&#x20;

When in doubt, stop the activity and ask for guidance before proceeding.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Safety Hotline</strong></summary>

The Safety Hotline may be used to report:

* Unsafe conduct on set
* Ignored safety protocols
* Harassment concerns
* Discrimination concerns
* Inappropriate conduct
* Safety concerns that were not addressed through normal production channels

**Phone:** (312) 362-8591\
**Email:** <SCAsafetyhotline@depaul.edu>

The Safety Hotline is a voicemail box, not a live emergency service.

Messages are typically reviewed within 48-72 hours.

**Do not use the Safety Hotline for emergencies.** For immediate danger or medical emergencies, call **911** first.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Reporting Injuries, Incidents, or Property Damage</strong></summary>

Report injuries, accidents, property damage, lost or stolen equipment, unsafe conditions, and policy violations as soon as possible.

For Greenlighting Projects, incidents may also need to be documented through project reporting requirements and submitted to the Production Office.

Prompt reporting helps protect participants, preserve information, and prevent additional damage or safety concerns.

</details>

***

### Questions?

**SCA Production Office**\
Email: <production@cdm.depaul.edu>\
Phone: (312) 362-6862

If you are unsure whether a situation should be reported, contact the Production Office or Safety Hotline for guidance.


# Faculty & Staff

### Find the Right Person for Your Question

Use this page to find SCA faculty, staff, Production Office contacts, equipment-center staff, and Cinespace operations staff.

***

### Faculty Directory

Looking for a faculty member?

Use the Faculty Directory to find faculty contact information, areas of expertise, and specialization.

### [**View the SCA Faculty Directory**](/faculty-and-staff/school-of-cinematic-arts-faculty)

***

### Staff & Operations Directory

Looking for a staff member?

Use the Staff & Operations Directory for contacts related to:

* Production Office
* Equipment Centers
* Camera Vault
* The Shack
* Cinespace Stages
* Cinespace Operations
* School Administration

### [**View the SCA Staff & Operations Directory**](/faculty-and-staff/school-of-cinematic-arts-staff)

***

### Quick Links

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>If you need to...</th><th>Start Here</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Find a faculty member</td><td><a href="/faculty-and-staff/school-of-cinematic-arts-faculty"><strong>SCA Faculty Directory</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find a staff member</td><td><a href="/faculty-and-staff/school-of-cinematic-arts-staff"><strong>SCA Staff &#x26; Operations Directory</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Determine whether your project requires Greenlighting</td><td><a href="/start-a-project"><strong>Start a Project</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find production forms and paperwork</td><td><a href="/start-a-project/filmmaking-paperwork"><strong>Filmmaking Paperwork</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Find equipment or facilities</td><td><a href="/equipment-and-facilities"><strong>Equipment &#x26; Facilities</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Contact the Production Office</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support"><strong>Production Resources &#x26; Support</strong></a></td></tr><tr><td>Report a safety concern</td><td><a href="/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline"><strong>Report a Concern / Safety Hotline</strong></a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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# School of Cinematic Arts Faculty

<p align="center">On this page, you’ll find a list of all full-time faculty. If you’re planning an independent study, we encourage you to <strong>reach out to instructors you’ve worked with before,</strong> they often make the best mentors because they already know your work.</p>

<p align="center">Be sure to <strong>check each faculty member’s area of specialization</strong> to see if their expertise aligns with your project.</p>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><strong>Ambarien Alqadar</strong>  <a href="mailto:AALQADAR@depaul.edu">AALQADAR@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Cinema Production, Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/yaJMF2qDsEhi1Dl6W4s8/A.Alqadar.jpg">A.Alqadar.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1609">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1609</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Brian Andrews</strong>  <a href="mailto:brian.andrews@depaul.edu">brian.andrews@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Visual Effects, Animation, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/rWp2tMjHK6Qm95Te7aHu/B.Andrews.jpg">B.Andrews.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1337">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1337</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Meghann Artes</strong>  <a href="mailto:martes@cdm.depaul.edu">martes@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Animation</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/oGIhDBeQE5Fjil5EJ2GP/M.%20Artes.jpg">M. Artes.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=996">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=996</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Lisa Barcy</strong> <a href="mailto:lbarcy@cdm.depaul.edu">lbarcy@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation, Computer Graphics, Animation Techniques</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/0H6c8Bpjzhkn7Yx3Gid9/L.Barcy.jpg">L.Barcy.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=444">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=444</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Rachel Bass</strong> <a href="mailto:RBASS3@depaul.edu">RBASS3@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/pO4O3pn0WNG5FS8eTYhl/R.Bass.jpg">R.Bass.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1571">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1571</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Devin Bell</strong> <a href="mailto:devin.bell@depaul.edu">devin.bell@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation, Directing</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/sWaSP1lyZsQMpl1nZmTs/D.Bell.jpg">D.Bell.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=994">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=994</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Pete Biagi</strong> <a href="mailto:pbiagi@cdm.depaul.edu">pbiagi@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinematography, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/ubJXmOFPhhPIhOTCW9n6/P.Biagi.jpg">P.Biagi.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1019">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1019</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Jacob Ciocci</strong> <a href="mailto:JCIOCCI@depaul.edu">JCIOCCI@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation, Multimedia, Theory</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/aLilAD37816wNYF2muWX/J.Ciocci.jpg">J.Ciocci.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1371">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1371</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>James Choi</strong> <a href="mailto:james.choi@depaul.edu">james.choi@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Production, Digital Media</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/ZxaJUxckOQZZW8FI5gv4/J.Choi.jpg">J.Choi.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1020">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1020</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Kevin Cagnolatti</strong> <a href="mailto:KCAGNOLA@cdm.depaul.edu">KCAGNOLA@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Post Production, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/lOm0O6GToGPGKkzdOrdN/K.Cagnolatti.jpg">K.Cagnolatti.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1317">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1317</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Shayna Connelly</strong>  <a href="mailto:sconnelly@cdm.depaul.edu">sconnelly@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Cinema Production, Storytelling</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/yazN3jBl0EpC38FEOTNw/S.Connelly.jpg">S.Connelly.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=470">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=470</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Biju Dhanapalan</strong>  <a href="mailto:biju.dhanapalan@depaul.edu">biju.dhanapalan@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Visual Effects, Virtual Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/67qla4Gp36vZDUBBe4eJ/B.%20Dhanapalan.jpg">B. Dhanapalan.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1701">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1701</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Allie Solomon DiUbaldo</strong>  <a href="mailto:ASOLOM17@depaul.edu">ASOLOM17@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/HUzbxmMiRJl9uOwvCwPJ/A.Solomon.jpg">A.Solomon.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1598">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1598</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Ronald Eltanal</strong> <a href="mailto:reltanal@cim.depaul.edu">reltanal@cim.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Screenwriting, Post Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/2hUzC7ZblDo5exdzZwgh/R.Eltanal.jpg">R.Eltanal.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=406">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=406</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Naghmeh Farzaneh</strong>  <a href="mailto:n.farzaneh@depaul.edu">n.farzaneh@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/kauOvYS1Gc1Ms6Ya46TK/N.Farzaneh.jpg">N.Farzaneh.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1372">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1372</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Lori Felker</strong>  <a href="mailto:LFELKER@depaul.edu">LFELKER@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinematography, Directing</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/U3TB8QU4d7REvge62ObO/L.%20Felker.jpg">L. Felker.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1572">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1572</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Brian Ferguson</strong>  <a href="mailto:brian.ferguson@depaul.edu">brian.ferguson@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/8TmOS0NZnOubwGsqNO96/B.%20Ferguson.jpg">B. Ferguson.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1292">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1292</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Riyad Hasan</strong> <a href="mailto:riyad.hasan@depaul.edu">riyad.hasan@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/wUsTa7cZu10U8SQtNjeI/R.Hasan.jpg">R.Hasan.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1541">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1541</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Anna Hozian</strong>  <a href="mailto:ahozian@cdm.depaul.edu">ahozian@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting, Directing, Storytelling</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/CCmUppSYISbIHaPTkrmR/A.Hozian.jpg">A.Hozian.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1332">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1332</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Josh Jones</strong> <a href="mailto:josh.jones@depaul.edu">josh.jones@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/ZJIZmdx82O0kYbiROaim/J.Jones.jpg">J.Jones.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=435">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=435</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Chris Kalis</strong>  <a href="mailto:chris.kalis@depaul.edu">chris.kalis@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Post Production, Cinema Production, Computer Graphics</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/SUg8r4kAMtGn6BWcXkAh/C.Kalis.jpg">C.Kalis.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1046">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1046</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Jess King</strong> <a href="mailto:jking5@cdm.depaul.edu">jking5@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/PupA3scDbQ3rEJAzJWEh/J.King.jpg">J.King.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1245">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1245</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Daniel Klein</strong>  <a href="mailto:daniel.klein@depaul.edu">daniel.klein@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/t4z29c7BrYMX1iqRVasg/D.Klein.jpg">D.Klein.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=436">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=436</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Dana Kupper</strong>  <a href="mailto:dkupper@cdm.depaul.edu">dkupper@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinematography, Documentary</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/s6FOT8MjKo3MrFpv3k9f/D.Kupper.jpg">D.Kupper.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1329">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1329</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Melissa Lawrenz</strong>  <a href="mailto:mlawrenz@cdm.depaul.edu">mlawrenz@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Post Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/A2eV7J1ZOTVwv2D8pHuK/M.Lawrenz.jpg">M.Lawrenz.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1270">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1270</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Amy Lockhart</strong>  <a href="mailto:alockha3@cdm.depaul.edu">alockha3@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation, Animation Techniques, Cinematography</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/Kx5aQpiykzWUZsSxe2Oj/A.Lockhart.jpg">A.Lockhart.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1287">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1287</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Scott Myers</strong> <a href="mailto:smyers15@cdm.depaul.edu">smyers15@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/paBNPeReasTCsiS2J7i9/S.Myers.jpg">S.Myers.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1336">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1336</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Gary Novak</strong> <a href="mailto:gnovak@cim.depaul.edu">gnovak@cim.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/WZDpUBisex7xFz4G1aym/G.Novak.jpg">G.Novak.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=373">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=373</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Aaron Owen</strong> <a href="mailto:AOWEN6@depaul.edu">AOWEN6@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Post Production, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/fmyIEFnpXM5RLzsPjVXA/A.Owen.jpg">A.Owen.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1680">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1680</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Christopher Parrish</strong>  <a href="mailto:cparris6@cdm.depaul.edu">cparris6@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting and Television</td><td 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Psathas</strong> <a href="mailto:jpsathas@cdm.depaul.edu">jpsathas@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Cinema Production, Cinematography</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/XRCEbCdYmDrWHTrsCeb6/J.Psathas.jpg">J.Psathas.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=564">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=564</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Matthew Quinn</strong>  <a href="mailto:mquinn@cdm.depaul.edu">mquinn@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/dl9Bzu9OQr1Prh3XcGVf/M.Quinn.jpg">M.Quinn.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=542">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=542</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Anuradha Rana</strong> <a href="mailto:anu.rana@depaul.edu">anu.rana@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Storytelling, Directing, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/LSMhJG2LKbLNHOsuANXk/A.%20Rana.jpg">A. Rana.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1177">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1177</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Brad Riddell</strong> <a href="mailto:brad.riddell@depaul.edu">brad.riddell@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Screenwriting, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/sSqnC9GHeuNDgGm4NGOH/B.Riddell.jpg">B.Riddell.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1170">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1170</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Scott Roberts</strong> <a href="mailto:scott.roberts@depaul.edu">scott.roberts@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation, Game Development, Animation Techniques</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/vAbzdh4fETSjMsqpZCkF/S.Roberts.jpg">S.Roberts.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=417">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=417</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Wendy Roderweiss</strong>  <a href="mailto:wroder@cdm.depaul.edu">wroder@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Cinema Production, Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/jc2udAkeIg7kw2pwe5DJ/W.Roderweiss.jpg">W.Roderweiss.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=572">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=572</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Robert Steel</strong> <a href="mailto:rsteel@cdm.depaul.edu">rsteel@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Post Production, Multimedia, Animation</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/0rYf1yeC3tICrI8LJPY4/R.Steel.jpg">R.Steel.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=441">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=441</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Andrew Stasiulis</strong>  <a href="mailto:astasiul@cdm.depaul.edu">astasiul@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Directing, Theory, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/yGnNBKhXCksy6syYHvNl/A.Stasilus.jpg">A.Stasilus.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1032">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1032</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Jose Soto</strong>  <a href="mailto:jsoto23@cdm.depaul.edu">jsoto23@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Television Production, Showrunning, and Screenwriting</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/eFkPf7IjYaEANwelaZss/J.Soto.jpg">J.Soto.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1040">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1040</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Steve Socki</strong> <a href="mailto:ssocki@cdm.depaul.edu">ssocki@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Animation, Directing, Animation Techniques</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/6p3V6l4TRk6a9SH5jXDf/S.Socki.jpg">S.Socki.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1171">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1171</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Noelle Thomas</strong> <a href="mailto:NTHOMA13@depaul.edu">NTHOMA13@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Design, Cinema Production, Virtual Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/L5oIajBcG64hwF2FpSFQ/N.Thomas.jpg">N.Thomas.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1434">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1434</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Naeema Torres</strong> <a href="mailto:NTORRE28@depaul.edu">NTORRE28@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Storytelling, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/KrMqJwbuetkSboIEhryJ/Naeema%20Color-11.jpeg">Naeema Color-11.jpeg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1614">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1614</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Jerry Tran</strong>  <a href="mailto:GTRAN8@depaul.edu">GTRAN8@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinematography, Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/JbMl3HIgGhQZoxI5MQro/J.Tran.jpg">J.Tran.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1548">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1548</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Chi Jang Yin Sender</strong>  <a href="mailto:CYIN1@depaul.edu">CYIN1@depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinema Production, Theory, Interactive Media</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/ZM27hZTwrUy5TQDxTu3v/CY.Yin.jpg">CY.Yin.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1573">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1573</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><strong>Brian Zahm</strong>  <a href="mailto:bzahm@cdm.depaul.edu">bzahm@cdm.depaul.edu</a></td><td align="center">Cinema Production</td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/jQqPUfW77Oicdna4JpGc/B.%20Zahm.jpg">B. Zahm.jpg</a></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1266">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/Pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=1266</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


# School of Cinematic Arts Staff

<h3 align="center">Administration</h3>

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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Anuradha Rana</strong> </p><p>Director of the School of Cinematic Arts</p><p><a href="mailto:anu.rana@depaul.edu">anu.rana@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/LSMhJG2LKbLNHOsuANXk/A.%20Rana.jpg">A. Rana.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Meghann Artes</strong> </p><p>Associate Dean of Production</p><p><a href="mailto:martes@cdm.depaul.edu">martes@cdm.depaul.edu</a></p></td><td><a href="https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=996">https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Faculty-and-Staff/pages/faculty-info.aspx?fid=996</a></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/oGIhDBeQE5Fjil5EJ2GP/M.%20Artes.jpg">M. Artes.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Jordan Rivers</strong></p><p>SCA Administrator</p><p><a href="mailto:jrive122@depaul.edu">jrive122@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/7ZnkOsLm4JfUp74s0u2r/J.Rivers.jpg">J.Rivers.jpg</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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<h3 align="center">LA Quarter Program</h3>

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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Becky Krochmal</strong></p><p>Associate Director of Operations, LA </p><p>Programs </p><p></p><p><a href="mailto:bkrochmal@cdm.depaul.edu"><sub>bkrochmal@cdm.depaul.edu</sub></a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://2267407341-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FJIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ%2Fuploads%2FE22LEjWl2C58rZS6LRJS%2FScreenshot%202026-09-04%20at%2010.19.38%E2%80%AFAM.png?alt=media&amp;token=f058caed-fbc5-4a69-8925-609c3e6f05fc">Screenshot 2026-09-04 at 10.19.38 AM.png</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Matt Quinn</strong></p><p>Director of LA Programs and Associate Dean for Student Affairs</p><p><a href="mailto:mquinn@cdm.depaul.edu">mquinn@cdm.depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/dl9Bzu9OQr1Prh3XcGVf/M.Quinn.jpg">M.Quinn.jpg</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

<h3 align="center"> Production Office </h3>

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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Sandy Gordon</strong> </p><p>Manager of Production </p><p><a href="mailto:s.gordon@depaul.edu">s.gordon@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://2267407341-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FJIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ%2Fuploads%2FyVrJwpcvzryBQ4nN6UvD%2FScreenshot%202026-09-04%20at%204.23.10%E2%80%AFPM.png?alt=media&amp;token=07a6a9c3-c6af-44ba-ae0f-4d95fab07368">Screenshot 2026-09-04 at 4.23.10 PM.png</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Eric Sexton</strong> </p><p>Production Office Coordinator</p><p><a href="mailto:esexton2@depaul.edu">esexton2@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/weicJfL0SVewJ1WWsAS0/E.Sexton.jpg">E.Sexton.jpg</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

<h3 align="center">Loop Equipment Center <br><br></h3>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Nick Schmidt</strong> </p><p>Manager Production Operations - Loop</p><p><a href="mailto:nschmid5@cdm.depaul.edu"><sup>nschmid5@cdm.depaul.edu</sup></a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/S42COfkX3xKJMxaAK8Hn/N.%20Schmidt.jpg">N. Schmidt.jpg</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

<h3 align="center">DePaul Cinespace Studios </h3>

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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th align="center"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Joe Lyons</strong> </p><p>Director of Cinespace  <a href="mailto:jlyons18@cdm.depaul.edu">jlyons18@cdm.depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/bL6oTaSOXNfu10Em8MhH/J.%20Lyons.jpg">J. Lyons.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>J.A. Hardy</strong> </p><p><sub>Associate Director of Cinespace</sub> <a href="mailto:jhardy14@depaul.edu">jhardy14@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/DaAFCVR8lD3XuLYHJa9n/J.%20Hardy.jpg">J. Hardy.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Blake Armstrong</strong> </p><p>Manager of Stage Operations <a href="mailto:barmst11@depaul.edu">barmst11@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://2267407341-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FJIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ%2Fuploads%2FgoxgRR3ounxbBJckNFQd%2FUnknown.jpeg?alt=media&amp;token=b13f2d8a-ccdf-4105-bb95-dccb47964af1">Unknown.jpeg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Eric Liberacki</strong> </p><p>Manager of Equipment Operations <a href="mailto:elibrerac@depaul.edu">elibrerac@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/9OWRTdBvNN1BklHbn3zM/E.Liberacki.jpg">E.Liberacki.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Sean Altuna</strong></p><p>Grip &#x26; Electric Coordinator <a href="mailto:saultuna@depaul.edu">saultuna@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/rB7pmZP6H2iMY7dYUA3r/S.Altuna.jpg">S.Altuna.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"><p><strong>Clarisse Callahan</strong></p><p>Camera Vault Coordinator <a href="mailto:ccalla11@depaul.edu">ccalla11@depaul.edu</a></p></td><td data-object-fit="contain"><a href="https://content.gitbook.com/content/JIBzPMTOfc2ivBJounnQ/blobs/eE5fwCwaxQEGWG5DzyOL/C.Callahan.jpg">C.Callahan.jpg</a></td></tr><tr><td align="center"></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>


# Student SCA Clubs

SCA student clubs provide opportunities for filmmaking, leadership development, workshops, screenings, and community-building outside the classroom.

Use this page to find recognized SCA student clubs, understand faculty advisor requirements, and learn how club productions must follow SCA production policies.

**Planning a club production?** Club productions that use SCA equipment, stages, facilities, insurance, permits, or Production Office support must follow the same production policies and approval processes as other student productions.&#x20;

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## Recognized SCA Student Clubs

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>Club</th><th>Faculty Advisor</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dka_depaul/"><strong>Delta Kappa Alpha</strong></a></td><td>Brad Riddell</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/depaulfilmfatales/"><strong>DePaul Film Fatales</strong></a></td><td>Lori Felker</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://dehub.depaul.edu/dal/home/"><strong>Animation Lodge</strong></a></td><td>Devin Bell</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bspdepaul/"><strong>Big Screen Pals</strong></a></td><td>TBD</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/depaultvproductions/"><strong>DTV</strong></a></td><td>Martha McGee</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/depaul.producers.club/"><strong>DeProducer's Club</strong></a></td><td>Abby Plante</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bmacdepaul/"><strong>Black Media Arts Club (BMAC)</strong></a></td><td>Jordan Rivers</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://dehub.depaul.edu/dfa/home/"><strong>Directing for Actors</strong></a></td><td>Lori Felker</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sfa_depaul/"><strong>Sound for Arts</strong></a></td><td>Kevin Cagnolatti</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://discord.com/invite/fKqtNk8Pc"><strong>Latinos in Film and Animation (LIFA)</strong></a></td><td>Amy Lockhart</td></tr></tbody></table>

**Looking for a club contact?** Visit the club's DeHub page or contact the faculty advisor listed above.

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<details>

<summary><strong>What Is an SCA Student Club?</strong></summary>

Student clubs provide opportunities for filmmaking, leadership development, workshops, screenings, networking, and community-building outside the classroom.

Student clubs may organize events, workshops, screenings, productions, and other activities that complement the educational mission of the School of Cinematic Arts.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Faculty Advisor Requirements</strong></summary>

Recognized SCA student clubs are expected to have a full-time faculty advisor.

Faculty advisors support:

* Mentorship
* Safety
* Continuity
* Production planning
* Compliance with SCA policies

Exceptions require approval from SCA leadership.

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<details>

<summary><strong>Production Standards for Club Projects</strong></summary>

Club productions must follow all applicable SCA production policies and safety standards.

Clubs must:

* Follow Production Policies & Safety Standards.
* Follow Greenlighting requirements when applicable.
* Maintain safe and responsible production practices.
* Use equipment and facilities responsibly.
* Comply with project limits established by the club and faculty advisor.
* Submit required production paperwork and approvals before beginning production.

**Important:** Club productions are not automatically approved because they are affiliated with a recognized student club. Projects that require Production Office support, SCA equipment, stages, facilities, permits, insurance, or restricted activities must complete the applicable review and approval process.

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<details>

<summary><strong>Equipment &#x26; Facility Access</strong></summary>

Recognized clubs may access SCA equipment and facilities through approved reservation and production processes.

Access is subject to availability and applicable policies. Club productions must follow Greenlighting requirements when required.

Depending on the project, clubs may need to:

* Complete required production training.
* Submit a Project Information Form (PIF).
* Use Smartsheet or Dynamic View for project review.
* Reserve equipment through the appropriate equipment center.
* Reserve stages or facilities through the appropriate process.
* Obtain permits, insurance, or location approvals.
* Complete safety reviews for restricted activities.
* Follow equipment certification requirements.

For equipment, stages, certifications, and facility information, visit [**Equipment & Facilities**.](/equipment-and-facilities)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Before Planning a Club Production</strong></summary>

Use this checklist before reserving equipment, requesting facilities, or beginning production:

* Confirm that the club is recognized and in good standing.
* Confirm that the club has a full-time faculty advisor.
* Define the project scope, timeline, and deliverables.
* Review Production Policies & Safety Standards.
* Review Restricted & Prohibited Activities.
* Confirm whether the project requires Greenlighting.
* Identify equipment, stage, facility, permit, insurance, or Production Office needs.
* Complete required training, forms, and approvals.
* Confirm that reservations and production plans have been approved before production begins.&#x20;

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Starting a New Club</strong></summary>

Students interested in starting a new SCA student club should complete the university's student organization registration process and identify a full-time faculty advisor.

Before requesting SCA recognition or production resources, new clubs should be prepared to provide:

* A mission statement.
* A full-time faculty advisor.
* A proposed list of activities or productions.
* A plan for responsible use of SCA resources.
* A plan for following SCA production and safety policies.

[**Register or manage a student organization through DeHub**](https://myresources.depaul.edu/cdm/current-students/organizations/student-organizations)**.**

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Related Resources</strong></summary>

* [**Start a Project**](/start-a-project)
* [**Greenlighting Projects**](/start-a-project/greenlighting-projects)
* [**Production Policies & Safety Standards**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards)
* [**Restricted & Prohibited Activities**](/start-a-project/production-policies-and-safety-standards/restricted-and-prohibited-activities)
* [**Equipment & Facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities)
* [**Equipment Certifications**](/equipment-and-facilities/equipment-certifications)
* [**Production Resources & Support**](/production-resources-and-support)

</details>


# Post-Production

### **Specialized Post-Production Labs & Suites**

DePaul SCA offers a range of specialized computer labs and suites equipped for every stage of post-production. These spaces feature professional hardware and software to support:

* **Editing**
* **ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement)**
* **Foley Recording**
* **Audio Mixing**
* **Color Correction**
* **Digital Compositing**

For a full list of available labs, theaters, and rooms—as well as details on how to reserve them—please see the [**Rooms, Theaters, and Labs section**](/start-a-project/filming-on-location-and-permits#depaul-property) of this site.

**To make a reservation for a Sound Studio got to** [**25live**](https://25live.collegenet.com/pro/depaul)**.**


# Closures & Holiday Schedule

### Start-of-Quarter Reservation Rules

#### Equipment Centers

Equipment centers are open for [**Anytime Project**](/start-a-project/anytime-projects) reservations during the first week of each quarter.

All other equipment reservations may only be made for dates beginning in the **second week of the quarter**.

#### Stages

Stages are closed to all projects during the **first week of each quarter**, including the first Saturday.

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### Upcoming Inventory Closures

During inventory periods, equipment checkout, returns, stage reservations, and facility access may be limited or unavailable.

| Inventory Period       | Dates                |
| ---------------------- | -------------------- |
| Fall/Winter Inventory  | December 14–22, 2026 |
| Spring Break Inventory | March 22–25, 2027    |
| Summer Inventory       | June 14–28, 2027     |

**Plan Ahead:** If your project overlaps an inventory period, contact the appropriate equipment center, stage coordinator, or the SCA Production Office before making reservations.

***

### University Holidays & Breaks

<table data-search="false"><thead><tr><th>Holiday or Break</th><th>Dates</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Labor Day</td><td>September 7, 2026</td></tr><tr><td>Thanksgiving Break</td><td>November 26–29, 2026</td></tr><tr><td>St. Vincent de Paul Day &#x26; Holiday Break</td><td>December 23, 2026 – January 3, 2027</td></tr><tr><td>Martin Luther King Jr. Day</td><td>January 18, 2027</td></tr><tr><td>Good Friday &#x26; Easter</td><td>March 26–28, 2027</td></tr><tr><td>Memorial Day</td><td>May 31, 2027</td></tr><tr><td>Juneteenth</td><td>June 18, 2027</td></tr><tr><td>Independence Day (Observed)</td><td>July 2, 2027</td></tr></tbody></table>

For the official university calendar, see the [**DePaul Academic Calendar**.](https://academics.depaul.edu/calendar/Pages/default.aspx)&#x20;

***

### Regular Academic-Year Hours

Equipment center, stage, and facility hours vary throughout the academic year.

For current operating hours, contact information, and facility-specific details, see [**Equipment & Facilities**](/equipment-and-facilities).

Summer, holiday, and inventory-period hours may differ from regular academic-year operations.

***

### Summer Hours

Summer hours begin June 14, 2027, unless a facility publishes different hours.&#x20;

| Facility                         | Summer Hours                        |
| -------------------------------- | ----------------------------------- |
| The Cage (Loop Equipment Center) | Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Cinespace Facilities             | Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.  |

Summer hours may affect equipment pickup, returns, reservations, stage access, and Production Office support.

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### Questions?

If a closure, holiday, inventory period, or change in operating hours affects your production, contact the affected facility or the SCA Production Office as soon as possible.&#x20;


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**Email:** [**production@cdm.depaul.edu**](mailto:production@cdm.depaul.edu)\
**Phone:** (312) 362-6862

For immediate danger or a serious emergency, call 911 or DePaul Public Safety. For a non-emergency safety concern, visit [**Report a Concern / Safety Hotline**](/production-resources-and-support/report-a-concern-safety-hotline).

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* [**Getting Access to Cinespace**](/equipment-and-facilities/getting-access-to-cinespace)