Documentaries, features, independent and short films, scripted and reality TV, and still photography of campus buildings need UMAC permission and a UT location permit.
Lead time At least six weeks before the shoot date
Fees Location and permit fees are quoted once a space is confirmed
| Do you need one? | Documentaries, features, independent and short films, scripted and reality TV, and still photography of campus buildings need UMAC permission and a UT location permit. Commercials, advertising and any shoot implying endorsement of a business or organization are barred, and nonprofit organizations may not film or photograph on campus. Personal photography needs no permit; news filming is not permitted through UMAC. |
| Who issues it | University Marketing and Communications (UMAC) with the Office of Brand, Trademarks and Licensing. |
| Lead time | At least six weeks before the shoot date. |
| Fees | Location and permit fees are quoted once a space is confirmed; UT Police support, parking and space rentals may add cost. |
| Insurance | Required liability insurance for all video productions (amounts in a separate UT document); crews not parking on campus may not need auto liability. |
| Police, fire and traffic | UT Police support may be required at added cost. |
| Students and nonprofits | Students may film for approved class projects; others follow a separate student filming guide and request form. |
| Drones | Drones on campus need separate approval from Campus Operations, plus liability insurance. |
| Also | Filming the UT Tower or using university marks needs written approval from Brand, Trademarks and Licensing. UMAC supervises shoots and can refuse or revoke permission for any reason. |
From the official pages: UT Austin UMAC - Non-news filming ↗︎ · UT Austin UMAC - Filming guidelines ↗︎. Rules and fees change; confirm with the office before you shoot. Not legal advice. Photo: Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.