Digital Creative Lab (DCL)
Located within the Ahmanson Information Commons at Leavey Library (LVL), the Digital Creative Lab is a premier space designed for multimedia content creation, high-end gaming, and professional-grade production.
Specialized Creative Spaces
Whether you are a professional creator or just getting started, the DCL offers dedicated environments for your projects:
- Podcast Studios (2 Rooms): Professional audio recording environments equipped with multi-mic setups and high-quality recording interfaces.
- Video Production Room: Optimized for social media and video content creators, including TikToks, Reels, and YouTube projects.
- High-End Gaming Lab: Featuring high-performance Alienware computers designed for competitive gaming, VR, and demanding creative software.
Specialty Printing Services
The DCL is the central hub for large-scale printing on the USC campus.
- Large-Format Plotter Printing:
- Sizing: 10″ to 44″ wide, up to 100″ in length.
- Paper: Universal Gloss Photo or Heavyweight Coated (Matte).
- Pricing: $1.00–$1.30 per inch (see Printing Services for details).
How to Make a Reservation
To ensure equipment and room availability, all Digital Creative Lab spaces and large-format printing services require a prior request.
- Reservations: Email spaces@usc.edu to book a Podcast Studio, the Video Room, or to schedule a large-format print job.
- On-Site Support: Our student workers are available at the Leavey Library help desk to assist with equipment setup and basic technical troubleshooting.lotter Printing:
Guidelines for Use
- Eligibility: Services are available to all currently enrolled USC students.
- Cost: Access to the Podcast Studios, Video Room, and Gaming Lab is free of charge. Large-format printing requires payment via USC Card.
Learning Environments Support
Call the ITS Learning Environments team at 213-821-6601 or email: spaces@usc.edu
Submit a classroom equipment request on the ITS Service Portal.
Submit a classroom software request on the ITS Service Portal.
Customized instruction on the use of specific equipment or a specific classroom is available for your convenience and individual needs by submitting a Request for Technology Orientation.
Request classroom technology training on the ITS Service Portal.
Request learning space and audiovisual systems design, consulting and project management services on the ITS Service Portal.
Reserve a classroom through the Office of Academic Records and Registrar Office.
ITS Support
The ITS Service Desk provides support to the USC community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Call 213-740-5555 and select option 2 to receive assistance. Please note that some requests may require a government ID for user verification.
Report an Issue on the ITS Service Portal.
Search for information on the ITS Service Portal.