Our Office:

Field Production Services (FPS) houses all of the production gear needed to complete your audio/visual projects. From cameras, lights, and microphones to recorders, dollies, and shoulder rigs, FPS is fully equipped for all levels of production. Students in need of equipment can make a reservation online at any time. Staff members are available from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. to answer any questions about gear, help troubleshoot problems with equipment and advise students and faculty about their equipment needs. To make an equipment reservation please visit wco.bu.edu

Contact Us:

Address: Room B17 640 Commonwealth Ave. 02134
Email: comhelp@bu.edu
Phone: 617-353-3498

Equipment Pickup/Dropoff can be completed between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm on days classes are in session. (Intersession and Summer Session hours may differ)
Equipment reservations can be picked up in Rm. B06 when a student employee is present, and equipment can be dropped off across the hall at Rm. B17

Most questions may be answered by watching the informational video below:

General Equipment Reservation Guidelines:

  • Equipment is only to complete work assigned by a COM professor in a COM class. For all other uses, including non-COM classes, internships, clubs, and personal projects, see the Non-Class Usage policy.
  • Equipment Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance of pickup time.
  • Checkouts are generally on Tuesday - Friday, 9am-3pm. There is a limited number of pickup slots per day.
  • Maximum checkout length is 8 days for most items.
  • Return items on or before the return date. Late Fines apply to all checkouts returned after the return date. Fines are calculated at a rate of $10 per day per item. Example: Two items due back on Thursday but retuned on Monday result in a $80 fine. Fines are used for equipment purchases and repairs. Seriously, please return checkouts on time.
  • Equipment borrowers are personally responsible for the safe and timely return of equipment. Damaged or lost equipment will be billed for the replacement or repair cost. Equipment may not be taken more than 150 miles from Boston without advanced approval.
  • Email comhelp@bu.edu for all questions related to FPS and equipment policies.

Additional Resources:

For Film/TV Majors only check out the Film & Television Production Center  in Rm. B38