The new Artists’ Statute is now in force (July 2026)

One of the biggest employment reforms in the film and TV industry in recent years has now come into force.

The new Royal Decree 607/2026 updates rules that had remained practically unchanged for years and brings changes that affect performers, technical crew and production companies.

These are some of the most important changes:

👶 More protection for minors For the first time, the conditions under which minors can take part in artistic productions are regulated in a single framework, with limits on working hours, educational safeguards and new obligations for companies.

🎭 Mandatory intimacy coordinators Intimate scenes will need an intimacy coordinator to guarantee consent, respect performers’ boundaries and prevent harassment or sexual violence.

⏱️ More tasks now count as working time Rehearsals, preparation, pre-production, post-production and promotional activities become part of the working day and can no longer be done for free.

🚐 Travel and shoots are regulated The rules include specific provisions for travel, tours and shoots, referring to collective agreements to set the corresponding compensation.

🛡️ Stronger measures against harassment Companies will have to adapt their protocols to the reality of the film and TV industry, where short contracts are the norm and teams change constantly.

🤖 Artificial intelligence is still pending Although it was one of the most eagerly awaited areas, specific rules on the use of AI have not been included in this Royal Decree after all.

Do you think these measures will improve working conditions in the film and TV industry?