I'm just wondering. Is it, they don't have to be their but they can be? or they have to be there or depending on the age of the child actor? when I say child actor I mostly mean like ages 8-16.
2007-10-07 07:13:51 · 5 answers · asked by ....................... 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
I think I figured out who's been going around giving thumbs down to all of our answers...
Anyway, yes, like OnCamera stated a parent or guardian MUST be there at all times for any minor under 18. Parents may hire someone to be there as an advocate for their child and sometimes parents who's children work together often will sign notes assigning set guardianship to each other so that they don't have to be there all the time, but they are all veterans of the business. They know the rules and have no problem telling the AD that their kids have not had a break, or lunch yet and that 6 hour mark is approaching, etc. Whoever is there for the kids must be well versed in all the child labor laws in your state as they pertain to the entertainment industry and not be afraid to say something.
It's not hard to find the rules online. Go to the site for your state labor enforcement. The laws will be in where the rules are for children's work permits.
have fun working in the industry :-)
2007-10-08 06:40:41 · answer #1 · answered by Marianne D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your child must be within your sight and sound at all times while working in film/TV/commercials. If there is an obstruction on the set preventing you from viewing your child, ask the employer/production to please provide a monitor for your viewing. This is a Union regulation; so do not feel intimidated about asking or speaking up if you feel uncomfortable with a situation that will affect your child's safety and/or welfare. Do not bring siblings to set. This will distract you from keeping a close eye on the child working.
2007-10-07 14:43:17 · answer #2 · answered by oncameratalent 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the film, the actors, the company, the state the film is being shot in, etc. Usually just one parent and then when the kid is below 5. The ages you suggest make it less likely one is there. Directors usually hate stage mothers.
2007-10-07 14:18:42 · answer #3 · answered by Mike1942f 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, the parents must be present up until the talent is 18.
-Laila
2007-10-07 17:38:34 · answer #4 · answered by ... 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
some of time they maybe over barring you know thats a good some time
2007-10-07 14:22:58 · answer #5 · answered by lucky star 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋