Videography and Photography Policy

Purpose

McNeese State University is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its students, employees, and visitors. This policy provides guidance on the commercial use of videography and photography that features McNeese students, employees, or University property.

Policy

Individuals or organizations seeking to conduct still photography or videography on campus for commercial purposes—including those featuring McNeese students, employees, or University property—must obtain prior approval from the University. All requests must be submitted at least one week in advance to the Office of Marketing and Communications at marketing@mcneese.edu and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

In reviewing requests, the University will consider the implications of the request on the freedom of movement and protected right of privacy of students and employees; interruptions of parking and traffic flow; increased physical plant operations costs; safety of students, employees, and visitors; and disruptions to the normal course of business and class schedules.

The University reserves the right to review all final scripts, videos, photos, and other forms of advertising or commercial projects prior to release.

Communication

This policy is distributed via the University Policies webpage.