The French TV industry may be facing a historic strike by crew members in a battle with producers over the minimum wage. The CGT-SPIAC union has asked for a 20% increase for crew members working on TV shows, documentaries and unscripted content. After weeks of negotiations, producers have offered a 5% increase for crew members earning $1,000 or less per week, and a 3% increase for those earning $1,000 or more. If union members agree to a strike, it will last five days and could be extended.

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