Streaming giant Netflix has announced the creation of a $100 million fund to help assist people in the entertainment world whose jobs have been impacted by the numerous movie and TV show production closures due to COVID-19 (coronavirus).
In a blog post, Netflix’s Ted Sarandos said that TV and film production businesses have been devastated by the virus. He mentioned that “almost all” TV and movie productions have now closed down, leaving “hundreds of thousands” of cast and crew out of work.
People who are paid hourly wages have been particularly impacted, including electricians, carpenters, drivers, and hair and makeup artists, Sarandos pointed out.
Source: Gamespot Netflix Pledges 0 Million To Support Hourly Workers Amid Production Shutdowns