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Photo Release Form 

Download and print the official UNO Photo Release Form.

 

Formal Photo and/or Video Shoots 

The official UNO photography/videography release form must be signed. If the subject is 18 years old or younger, their parent or guardian will also need to sign the form.

It is the responsibility of the unit or department leading the photo/video production to maintain a file of signed UNO photography/videography release forms for reference. A copy or scan of the photography/videography release file should also be sent to University Communications for additional documentation.

Public University Event or Crowd Photography/Videography

Group and crowd shots, where individuals are not easily identifiable, do not require specific permission from individuals appearing in the image you are planning to use. Out of courtesy, where possible, notice should be provided to the event participants or crowd. This does not include minors 18 years or younger — a parent/guardian signed release form will still be required for these subjects.

This can be done by:

  • Including a footnote on event materials (invitations, programs, etc) with the following language:

The University of Nebraska at Omaha will be taking photos/video at this event for use in advertising and other promotional materials, whether in print, electronic, or other media.

  • And/or by posting signs at the entrance of the event stating:

Photography/videography in process. Photos may be used for advertising and other promotional materials, whether, print, electronic, or other media.

If you plan to attach the name of an event participant to a particular photograph, a UNO photography/videography release form must be signed by the identified person and kept by the department.

Non-Public University Event or Program 

Private events or invitation only-events when registration or RSVP is required should include the following opt-out language on the registration or RSVP form:

The University of Nebraska at Omaha will be taking photos/videos at this event for use in advertising and other promotional materials, whether in print, electronic, or other media. Please check this box ____ if you do not authorize that you [or your child] be photographed at this event [or camp].

The addition of the photography/videography opt-out is extremely important for private events or programs that include minors. It is important (especially in the case of nonpublic events involving minors aged 18 and younger), that the parent or guardian sign the form.

It will be the responsibility of the event or camp lead to know who can and cannot be photographed/filmed and remove them from the view of the camera when photography is taking place.

Permissions and Credentials 

Proper permissions and credentialing for photographers, film crews, vendors, and media

Please contact the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications (MarComm) prior to scheduling any photographers, film crews, video vendors, or news media to perform services on the premises of UNO or any related university properties.

Crews must receive temporary credentials and IDs and have an official UNO escort prior to any work in campus buildings. Additional advance permission is required to capture footage and images inside classrooms and study areas.

Depending on the equipment used, a certificate of insurance may be requested by support services.

Please note: If a member of the print or news media has contacted you or your unit/department, please contact the MarComm office at 402.554.2358. You may also share MarComm's contact information with members of the media at any time.

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UNO Photos on PhotoShelter

UNO has a library of photos that can be used by departments, colleges, and programs.

University Communications has created a PhotoShelter account to share photos with the UNO community for use in publications, web pages, and other materials.

If you are the lead communicator or the graphic designer of your unit, use the link below to contact us to obtain download privileges.

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Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications
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6001 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68182


General Email: marcomm@unomaha.edu
Media Relations: unonews@unomaha.edu


Phone: 402.554.2358


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