Working-Class Parents Don't Want Kids to Work in TV
People from working-class backgrounds in the UK are underrepresented in TV, film and other creative industries.
And almost nine out of 10 working-class parents wouldn't want their children to work in these creative industries, according to a new survey.
The survey, by Netflix and the UK National Youth Theater, found that 89% of working-class parents wouldn't encourage their children to work in these areas.
Many would prefer their children to look for more "traditional" careers where they think they're more likely to have a stable job and good pay.
Research done earlier this year also found that only about 8% of people working in film, TV, radio and photography in the UK come from working-class backgrounds.
According to the Netflix survey, many young people from all backgrounds who are already working in a creative industry aren't supported by their parents.
Almost three-quarters of people aged 16 to 25 said their parents see their creative career as a waste of their education.
Many young people working in creative industries also said it was difficult to explain to their parents what it is they do.
Perhaps it's easy to understand why parents would think these careers are a risk. While some people working in film and TV earn large amounts of money, many find it difficult to get stable work.
In order to improve the situation in the UK, Netflix and the National Youth Theater are offering free workshops for young people who'd like to work in creative industries.
These will include information about the roles that are available in these industries, as well as how much people might get paid.
