COM10 Photography and Filming for Library Use
The Salt Lake City Public Library may utilize photos and video depicting patron use of the
Library to help support and promote Library services and events. Photos and video taken for
Library use may appear on SLCPL websites, on social media networks, in Library publications,
and for other Library informational and promotional uses.
COM10.1
Filming and photography for Library use may take place during Librarysponsored events. Any filming or photography done at a Library-sponsored event
will be forewarned through posted signage at or near the event space or a verbal
announcement at the start of the event. Patrons who wish to opt-out of being
photographed or filmed must notify Library staff.
COM10.2
Library staff may photograph or film a patron who is present at the Library or
taking part in Library-related activities outside of Library facilities if the staff
member has received the patron’s verbal consent. Staff should identify
themselves as employees of The City Library and notify the patron that their
likeness may be used in Library materials.
COM10.3
Library staff may photograph or film a minor (an individual who is under age 18)
who is present at the Library or taking part in Library-related activities outside of
Library facilities if the staff member has received verbal consent from the minor’s
parent or guardian. Staff should identify themselves as employees of The City
Library and notify the minor’s parent or guardian that their likeness may be used
in Library materials.
COM10.4
Patrons who are photographed or filmed by Library staff may be identified by
their full or partial name on Library materials if they have given the Library verbal
permission to do so. The Library has no obligation to use a patron’s name in
association with their likeness on Library materials.
COM10.5
Staff of The City Library may be filmed or photographed for Library purposes.
DRAFT – Presented to the Salt Lake City Public Library Board of Directors December 22, 2014