On Set Services

On Location Education has worked on behalf of young performers for almost 40 years. We have extensive knowledge of the requirements surrounding minors working in entertainment and provide various related services to production companies, schools, parents, and child actors. Below, we outline our core services. Given our years in the industry, our clients have also requested special services, often in a pinch, such as recruiting a German accent language coach, or an American Sign Language instructor. Should you have a need for young performer related services not outlined here, or for more information on any of our core services, please contact us at 914.747.2737.

YOUNG PERFORMERS

On Location Education is the premier provider of on-set education for young performers in all areas of the entertainment industry. We provide teachers and studio teachers who continue the education of young performers while they are away from school working on film, television, commercial, theatre, tour, and music concert productions. Our staff works closely with parents and school teachers to ensure young performers (those with speaking parts as well as extras) complete homework assignments and receive extra help in subject areas where needed. The teachers and tutors work with production company staff to create appropriate learning environments and ensure that young performers receive the mandated number of schooling hours during down times when, as performers, they are not directly required on set or on stage.

On Location Education has extensive knowledge of each state’s laws regarding child labor and work permits for the employment of minors and also understands how to apply SAG-AFTRA and AEA regulations to a young performer’s work situation. We take care of all the permit paperwork so parents and producers don’t have to take precious time away from their duties to deal with this time intensive process. In certain cases, we can work with state officials to expedite the application process when extenuating circumstances exist.

Obtaining child work permits can be extremely time-consuming due to the amount of paperwork involved. On Location Education is a full-service operation that takes the hassle out of completing and filing the proper paperwork and documentation. We know exactly what you need and when you need it, based on our extensive experience. We offer both consultations and permitting assistance services.

WHAT WE CAN DO:

• Contact young performers’ families to gather all necessary information and documentation.

• Prepare a complete packet of all required forms.

• Complete all required permit or waiver applications, letters of intent, consents, and statements.

• Compile cover letters to government agencies containing detailed information about the minor children’s performances, education, and safety.

• Liaise with schools in order to obtain signed documents when the parents cannot.

• File all required documents with government agencies or school authorities.

If you are interested in OLE’s permitting services, please contact Director of Permitting Shelly Cohen via our permitting inquiry form for more information and cost estimates.