University Filming
A filming permit is required for filming on California State University Long Beach campus. The filming permit is coordinated by the Parking & Access Services: Campus Events Office and enforced by the University Police Department. Filming permits are issued for commercial filming or photography and are requested 6 weeks prior to the start of the filming. The University has a selective process of reviewing filming permits, as the filming criteria must fit within the needs of our academic priorities. Proposed filming under any circumstance may not displace CSULB employees or students.
A scouting pass is required to scout the campus, preferably Wednesdays. The location scout must obtain approval from the Campus Events office prior to visiting potential locations for clearance. Scout would receive a release note from the Campus Events Office after the venue operator has been notified. Scouting agency is given permission to take photographs of the campus locations for the sole purpose of scouting the University for potential filming or photography projects. This is not a permit and does not allow the named parties to conduct the actual filming or photography project. It will allow him/her access to facilities to take these preliminary pictures. Scouting Agency must submit all photos to Campus Events Office prior to showing to the producer.
Most requested locations: FA1, 2, 3, 4, LA1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PH1, 2, 3, LIB, Central Plant, Speakers Platform, MHB, Molecular & Life Sciences Center, Multi-Media Center
Restricted Locations: Fountain Areas, Art Sculptures, Dorms, Brotman Hall, Mail Services, Dance Studio, Undeveloped areas
Auxiliary locations who can produce there own film permits are Japanese Gardens, Pyramid & Athletic Fields. For Japanese Garden, please call Lynette Roberts at (562) 985-5930 & for Pyramid, Athletic Fields, Pool & PE areas, please call Cameron Ungar at (562) 985-8561.
The filming company must provide General Liability insurance with a combined single limit of not less than $1, 000,000 per occurrence, and $2,000,000 aggregate and a Business Automobile Liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence.
Estimated Fees: The following list provides a general idea of how fees are assessed
| Type of fees | Amount |
|---|---|
Motion Picture / Video |
$500 / 4 hours |
Still photography ( 3 or more people) |
$500 / 4 hours |
Still photography (1 to 2 people) |
$250 / 4 hours |
Location Fees |
Minimum $25 |
Campus Events Office |
$250 |
Expedited surcharge for requests made less than 6 weeks |
Minimum $125 |
Other fees that may be added are Parking Lot usage fees, parking arrangement fees, Facilities Management fees, Safety & Risk Management fees & University Police fees. A non-refundable deposit of $250 is required at the time of booking facilities. This fee will be credited to the film permit processing fee.
Please see the Campus Filming Guidelines for additional requirements.
For Campus Events Office assistance, please call (562) 985-8390 or email us at pacc@csulb.edu.