Oregon Child Labor in Entertainment & Performing Arts

Child labor laws on Oregon and Federal levels have special provisions that apply to underage performers in the entertainment industry such as child actors, models, singers, etc. Due to the nature of the work and the established need for child performers, entertainment industry child labor laws tend to be less strict than general child labor regulations.

Regulation of child labor in the entertainment industry may include specification of whether or not employment certificates are required, mandatory consent from a parent or guardian, restricions on the type of work that can be done, and more.

Oregon's Child Labor Laws for Entertainment & Performing Arts

Under state law, a Oregon work permit is required for minors to be employed in the entertainment industry. The employer must register with the Oregon Bureau of Labor for jobs of short duration (5 or fewer days). To work a longer duration, minors 14-17 need work permits. Minors under 14 need a special permit from the Bureau of Labor and Industries. Babies under 15 days cannot work.

To obtain work permits for a minor, the following is needed: Parental and minor's signature, social security number and proof of age.

Other Oregon Child Labor Laws

In addition to laws specifically regulating minors employed in the entertainment industry, Oregon law has a variety of regulations that cover child labor in general. To learn more, see Oregon child labor laws.

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