The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) said it is currently amending the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Licensing) Regulations 1983 in an effort to safeguard the welfare of veteran industry practitioners.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the amendments include requiring the use of standard contracts for film producers and film production crew in the application for film-related activity licences.
“Among the protective aspects contained in the standard contract are the requirements for contributions to the Social Security Organisation (Socso), the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), life insurance coverage, and medical facilities,” he said.
Currently those employed for work in the film industry are usually on contract or part time with little to zero benefits.
