Lending Library FAQs

Am I eligible to use the Lending Library?

If you are an active Member of The Vera Project, GZ Radio, or have participated in any Production Lab program, you are eligible to use equipment from the Lending Library - for free!

Not a member of VERA yet? Join the VERA community! Vera Membership is a status gained by volunteering 24 or more hours a year at The Vera Project. Learn more about membership and volunteering by visiting The Vera Project's website. GZ Radio has an open application process for young people interested in multi-media journalism. Video Production Lab accept applications every year in December.

How do I rent gear?

Check out the catalog on this website to find equipment that best suits your project needs. If you're looking for something specific, try the "Collections" tab to see specific categories. Select the item(s) you wish to borrow and a pick-up date to retrieve the equipment from The Vera Project. Pickup dates & times are:

  • Wednesdays, 2pm - 6pm
  • Saturdays, 11am - 3pm

As gear is limited, some items may not be available during your requested pick up date. Note that you can only rent gear for up to two weeks at a time. Once you've picked up your equipment, please return within fourteen days, on Wednesday or Saturday to ensure the equipment is available for the next person to use!

What are the policies for using the Lending Library?

To ensure the longevity and accessibility of the Lending Library, we do expect users to care for and return the equipment in a timely manner. By using this Library you are agreeing to follow the user agreements listed below:

  • Using equipment in a careful and proper manner, not to be used in any way that is inconsistent with manuals (provided upon request) or specific instructions given by Vera staff;
  • Returning equipment by the designated date to ensure other people are able to use the equipment in a timely manner;
  • Communicating at least 48 hours in advance any request to extend equipment rentals;
  • Clearing out SD Cards, harddrives, or other data storage equipment upon return;
  • Reporting any loss or damage of equipment immediately to Vera staff;
  • Holding Vera harmless from any claim loss or liability for property damage or personal injury related to use of equipment;

I acknowledge any careless damage, loss or failure to follow through on my responsibilities above may result in temporary or long-term suspension from lending library privileges.

Communication with VERA staff is key, if you have questions or something goes wrong/missing! If equipment is missing, broken due to negligence, or returned late, you may otherwise lose temporary or permanent lending library privileges.

How do I use [insert lending library item here]?

VERA Staff are unable to provide individual consultation and training on how to use every item in the library, but we have lots of resources to help you get started, like classes!