Thai film directors have partnered with the Labor Ministry to develop skills training and professional standards for the creative industry, including 32 e-learning curricula covering roles from screenwriting to visual effects.
The Professional Association Network for Film Development, led by the Thai Directors Association, has joined with the Department of Skill Development under the Ministry of Labor to announce cooperation aimed at elevating labor standards in Thailand's film and creative media industry. The initiative will advance through curriculum development, professional skills certification, and support mechanisms to enable workers to enter the job market with quality and long-term sustainability.
This collaboration seeks to strengthen workforce potential in the film industry, a key creative sector that significantly contributes to Thailand's economic growth and soft power.
Key collaborative elements include:
1. OFOS E-Learning Curriculum Support: The network has developed 32 e-learning curricula covering diverse film professions including screenwriting, directing, acting, cinematography, production management, sound design, lighting, editing, visual effects, and film production management. All curricula were developed by experienced industry professionals and have received academic accreditation from recognized higher education institutions, enabling learners to apply knowledge directly to their careers. The network is consulting with the Department of Skill Development to accommodate these curricula and jointly develop learning outcome certification mechanisms so trainees receive credentials that demonstrate professional competency.
2. Film Industry Labor Standards Development: Both agencies discussed long-term cooperation strategies focused on three key areas: establishing uniform professional standards for the film and creative media industry; surveying and analyzing workforce demands across sectors to align skills development with industry needs; and coordinating collaborative projects leveraging professional expertise and networks.
The "Know Before You Work" seminar program aims to educate workers about labor rights, responsibilities, and benefits in the film industry through sessions involving government agencies and providing support channels for workers facing workplace challenges.
The press conference was attended by government and professional representatives including Minister of Labor Chulphan Amornvivat, Thai Directors Association President Chukiat Sakdiveerakul, Studio Association President Chayanan Ulish, Thai Actors Association President Natt Kichrit, and several other industry leaders. This collaboration represents a significant step toward elevating professional standards, developing worker skills, and strengthening the film industry.
