Rentals
Somerville Media Center Rental Rates
The following is a guide* for SMC pricing for rental of Facility and Equipment. Please fill out this Google Form for for an official quote. The rental fee is due at time of pick-up/day of studio reservation.
Camera Kit Rental
Canon XA35 Kit
Includes Camera, Tripod, 2x Batteries, Shotgun mini
$125 per day Member // $300 per day for Non-Member
Canon 7D Mark 2 KIt
Includes Camera, 18-55mm Lens, Tripod, 2x Batteries, Shotgun mini
$125 per day Member //Â $300 per day for Non-Member
Audio Gear
Handheld SM58
$50 per day for Member // $100 per day for non member
Lav Mic
$50 per day for Member // $100 per day for non member
Shotgun Mic
$50 per day for Member // $100 per day for non member
Studios
Main Studio ( 26×33 h-11.5)
Including 5 tier lighting grid, dimmers:
$150/hour (member), $250/hour (non-member)
Studio as above plus three cameras, and HD control room:
$250/hour (member), $350/hour (non-member)
Main Studio only: bring in own equipment + Screens:
$75/hr (member), $100/hr (non-member)
HOTSET Studio
Includes 3 PTZ Cameras, Audio Board, and Green Screen
$100 per 4 hours for a member //Â $250 per 4 hours for a non-member
HOTSET Studio only: bring in own equipment + Screens:
$50 per 4 hours for a member //Â $125 per 4 hours for a non-member
Editing Computer for 4 hours has FCPX and Adobe Creative Cloud
$100 per 4 hours for a member //Â $200 per 4 hours for non-member.
The Fine Print
Rentals are subject to MA sales tax: Non-profit organizations must provide proof of tax exemption to receive a 20% discount on rental rates. Cleaning fees may be charged for facility rentals. SMC is a non-smoking facility and no food or drinks are to be consumed inside any SMC studio or editing room. SMC is a drug and alcohol free facility.Â
*Quote will be provided upon request. Inquire if interested in renting equipment not listed.
Cancellation Policy: You may request to cancel your reservation for a full refund, up to 72 hours before the date and time of the event.
