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Film and Mass Media Program at the UCF Nicholson School of Communication and Media

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Production Code-of-Conduct

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  1. Productions will not film without a permit if it is determined that one is required.
  2. Students will not misrepresent their personal projects as sanctioned productions affiliated with the Film Program, UCF or the Nicholson School of Communication and Media.
  3. Creative projects will not include items/activities not permitted by the Risk Management Policies unless it has been properly disclosed, approved, and/or additional coverage has been procured.
  4. Report any on-set emergencies to Film Production Services after you have first contacted the proper authorities (911).
  5. When filming in a neighborhood or business district, proper notification is to be provided to each merchant or neighbor who is directly affected by the crew (this includes parking, base camps and meal areas.) Attached to the filming notification distributed to the neighborhood, the following should be included:
    • Name of student producer and student director and how to contact them
    • Name of the instructor of record for your course and their contact information
    • UCF-NSCM Film and Mass Media Program contact information
    • Name of production
    • Kind of production (e.g., short film, feature film, music video, tv series, etc.)
    • Type of activity and duration (e.g., times, dates and number of days, including prep and strike)
    • Include a brief summary of any high risk activities that may cause concern
  6. Productions will alert local authorities and neighbors of the use of prop weapons when used in potential view of the public, even when filming on private property. Signs and PA’s will be placed to help reduce any possible confusion by nearby pedestrian traffic when necessary.
  7. Production vehicles arriving on location in or near a residential neighborhood shall not enter the area before the time stipulated in the permit, and they shall park one by one, turning off engines as soon as possible.
  8. Cast and crew shall observe designated parking areas and all parking restrictions as per the permit.
  9. Moving or towing of the public’s vehicles is prohibited without the express permission of the municipal jurisdiction or the owner of the vehicle.
  10. Do not park production vehicles in or block driveways without the express permission of the municipal jurisdiction or driveway owner.
  11. Cast and crew meals shall be confined to the area designated in the location agreement or permit. Individuals shall eat within their designated meal area, during scheduled crew meals. All trash must be disposed of properly upon completion of the meal.
  12. Removing, trimming and/or cutting of vegetation or trees are prohibited unless approved by the permit authority or property owner.
  13. Remember to use the proper receptacles for disposal of all napkins, plates, and coffee cups that you may use in the course of the working day.
  14. All signs erected or removed for filming purposes will be removed or replaced upon completion of the use of that location unless otherwise stipulated by the location agreement or permit. Also remember to remove all signs posted to direct the company to the location.
  15. Every member of the crew and cast shall keep noise levels as low as possible.
  16. Closed toe shoes and shirts must be worn by crewmembers at all times.
  17. Do not trespass onto another neighbor’s or merchant’s property. Remain within the boundaries of the properties that have been permitted for filming.
  18. The cast and crew shall not bring unnecessary guests or pets to a location.
  19. All catering, craft service, construction, strike, and personal trash must be removed from the location.
  20. Provide proper receptacle for cigarette disposal. Observe designated smoking areas and always extinguish cigarettes in their proper receptacles. All cigarette disposal receptacles shall be removed at the end of the shoot and disposed of properly.
  21. Cast and crew will refrain from the use of lewd and improper language within earshot of the general public.
  22. The cast and crew will operate with great care inside of private homes and offices. Be aware of potential scratches, stains, and dents that can occur while setting up equipment. Protect all walls, floors, furniture, and carpeting. Use show card taped to the floor or rubber mats to protect those areas that will get the most traffic. Place crutch tips on the feet of stands to prevent floor damage.
  23. Tell the homeowner or merchant if you plan on using their electrical service to power production equipment. Be ready to pay for whatever electricity you have consumed.
  24. Remember that you are making an impression to the community when you film and are representing not only the UCF Nicholson School of Communication and Media and the Film and Mass Media Program, but also all filmmakers and media producers in general.
  25. Always try to be polite, considerate, responsible, and most importantly – professional.
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