As a registered student at UBC or another bona fide film school, filming and still photography is permitted to occur on campus. To be considered a bona fide student production there must be an assigned instructor and at least 50% of the crew should be fellow students.
The standard location fee, damage deposit and insurance requirements will be waived for bona fide students. Building rental fees, parking, security and technical labour may apply.
SPECIAL NOTICE EFFECTIVE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Only UBC student requests to film will be considered until further notice.
Review the UBC Student Filming COVID-19 Safety Protocols before considering filming at UBC.
Student Filming Procedures
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Submit a Student Request for Filming form, along with full script and scope of work and COVID-19 safety plan 15 business days in advance of proposed filming. Please review the UBC Student Filming COVID-19 Safety Protocols in advance of submitting your COVID-19 safety plan.
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Locations should be finalized and written permissions obtained at least 5 business days prior to filming. The student will then enter into a film rental agreement and then be provided a film permit by the Film & Events Office. UBC will not sign any third-party agreements, contracts, waivers, or release forms.
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A Student ID Card and the film permit must be with you at all times while filming.
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A minimum 48 hours’ notice of cancellation must be provided to the Film & Events Office and, if applicable, the department liaison. Failure to provide cancellation notice will result in a charge of $50.
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Cleaning fees may apply for use of indoor space
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Requests from students to film an independent production must follow the commercial filming procedures and guidelines, where a contract and fees will apply.
Download the Student Request for Filming form
Locations
Here is helpful information when choosing a location for your student project.
Stunts and Special Effects
Here is some helpful information if planning on using stunts or special effects.
Contact Us
Contact the Film & Events Office:
- Arlene Chan, Events & Film Manager at arlene.chan@ubc.ca or 604.822.6555.
- Patty Gallivan, Events & Film Liaison at patty.gallivan@ubc.ca or 604.827.5552