Equipment Policy and Procedures

Location: FDH 169. The entrance is between the door to Studio A and the exterior door.

Phone: 895-2637

E-mail: jason.edmiston@unlv.edu

EQUIPMENT PICK UP
Friday 9AM to 5PM
Tuesday 12PM to 5PM

EQUIPMENT RETURN
Monday 9AM to 5PM
Thursday 9AM to 12PM

Equipment Available
For a list of the equipment available to you, refer to the equipment policy information provided to your class. If your class did not receive a list, you are not eligible to check out equipment.

For additional lighting and equipment, we recommend JR Lighting, Inc. (702)-649-5555. With proof of current enrollment, you will get a discounted student rate.

EQUIPMENT REQUESTS
To request equipment please complete this equipment request.

Insurance Deductible Agreement
In order to check out equipment, each student must agree in writing to be responsible for at least the minimum insurance deductible of $2000.00 per item, per incident for damage to borrowed University equipment. Students assume full responsibility for lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise degraded equipment while it is on loan from the University.

Equipment Room Policy and Procedures

  • Equipment requests must be submitted on line. Visit http://film.unlv.edu/equipment_request.html to find the form and turn in your request.
  • Requests must be submitted at least ONE FULL BUSINESS DAY before you plan to pick up. There will be no same-day pick-up.
  • Equipment will be picked up on Fridays between 9AM and 5PM, or on Tuesdays between 12PM and 5PM.
  • Students must inspect all equipment before leaving the Equipment Room. This means, at minimum, setting up the tripod, powering up the camera, testing all lights, and accounting for all accessories. Report damaged or missing parts to the attendant, who will replace your equipment or make a record of the problem. Any problems not noted at the time of checkout become the responsibility of the student.
  • Equipment is assigned based on the date of request; first come, first served. The earlier you submit your request, the better we will be able to accommodate you.
  • Equipment must be returned between 9AM and 5PM on Mondays, or between 9AM and 12PM on Thursdays.
  • Equipment returned after the due date will be assessed a $20 fee per day, beginning with the due date.
  • Equipment returned in a messy or disorganized condition will be assessed a $20 handling fee. Keep your equipment clean and organized.
  • When you return equipment, be sure to notify the staff of any problems, damage or loss that occurred while you had the equipment.
  • The equipment assigned to you or your group is for your use only. Do not loan borrowed equipment to other students or unaffiliated productions.

Safety First
Each student is responsible for knowing how to safely and properly use the equipment they check out. The Equipment Room staff will help any student who needs additional instruction on the use of equipment. Do not be afraid to ask for help. There is no such thing as a silly question. Remember, it is your responsibility to exercise the utmost care with the equipment, your crew, and yourself. Do not put any equipment or people in an “at-risk” situation. Use common sense and be prepared at all times. Be sure to have a First Aid kit on hand while shooting. Have a plan to respond to emergencies, and know the location of the nearest emergency room or other urgent care provider. Keep contact information for your crew, and be sure that their attire and shoes are adequate for safety. Always use gloves when working with lights. Take care of your Equipment, Take care of your Crew, and Make Great Films!

Important Dates

Monday, September 7th - The Equipment Room will be closed for the Labor Day Holiday.

Friday, October 30th – The Equipment Room will be closed for the Nevada Day Holiday.

Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th – The Equipment Room will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Tuesday, November 24th will be the only day to check out this week.

Friday, December 5th - Last day to take out equipment.

Monday, December 7th - All equipment must be returned. No check-out during Finals week.