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    • After Wrap
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Labor Law

New Mexico child labor guidelines

Children in New Mexico may be employed by production companies under special guidelines. It is the responsibility of the employer to obtain a child performer pre-authorization certificate before employment begins. The employer must be able to provide a copy at the work site when requested to do so.

More information and documents needed

Child Employment Entertainment Law


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    • Register Your Project
    • Eligibility
    • After Wrap
    • Nonresident Below-the-Line-Crew Credit (NRCE)
    • Film Crew Advancement Program (FCAP)
  • Locations
    • Film location photo library
    • List your property as a filming location
    • Uplift Zone Map
    • Qualified Production Facilities
    • Weather
  • Directory
  • Why New Mexico
    • Production Resources
  • Jobs & Training
    • Crew Calls
    • Casting Calls
    • Class, Workshop, or Training
    • Film Crew Advancement Program (FCAP)
    • Operation Soundstage (OSS)
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    • Education
    • Industry FAQs
  • About
    • News & Notices
    • Made in NM
    • Local Impact
    • Netflix in NM
    • Film Festivals
    • Senator John Pinto Memorial 2023 Film Projects
    • Governor's Film Council
    • Completion of Project Reports
    • Bulletin Board
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