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DePaul University has strict guidelines for on-campus filming of any kind, and the university regulates the use of its name and corporate marks in film projects distributed outside DePaul. Please note, for the purposes of this policy, “film” refers to a photo, film or video shoot, or similar production.
DePaul Branding Requirements
Monetary Use and Fundraising: Footage captured during a filming should not be used for any commercial purposes, including solicitation for donations, monetary gain, recruitment, or enrollment, without prior written consent from University Branding and Marketing DePaul University. Please reach out to
filming@depaul.edu.
Rights of Publicity Act: According to the Illinois Rights of Publicity Act, any person depicted in the shoot must sign a release before filming if the intent is for commercial purposes, such as selling products, asking for donations, recruitment, or other commercial activities.
Use of DePaul University’s name, campus imagery, or official logos in any form—including graphics, promotional materials, or digital content—requires prior written approval. In accordance with university branding guidelines, the DePaul logo may not be used in any non-official university production.
Members of the news media must contact DePaul’s media relations team at newsroom@depaul.edu or 312-241-9856 to arrange interviews or filming on campus.
DePaul Faculty, Staff, Students, Colleges or Departments
SCA Faculty, staff and students in the School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) should reach out to the SCA Production Office at production@cdm.depaul.edu to get started on their project.
General Faculty, staff, or students (non-SCA) requesting to film on campus must have approval from their department or unit supervisor. Please refer to your area for guidance.
If filming on campus is intended for external distribution (i.e., film festival, streaming or studio, YouTube, or purchased by an outside producer or distributor, etc.) please reach out to filming@depaul.edu to consult with University Branding and Marketing (UBM).
All requests from groups outside of the DePaul community must go through University Branding and Marketing. UBM will review each request in consultation with other university stakeholders and determine whether filming can move forward. To get started, complete and submit a request to Filming at DePaul.