Singer Woos's side bowed over the recent controversy about unpaid staff recruitment for the Germany concert.
Recently, notices recruiting on-site staff for Woos's Germany concert spread mainly through online communities and social media, sparking fierce controversy.
The posting, which appears to have been uploaded by the local organizer, contained quite professional-level requirements for applicants such as "Korean, German, English speakers," "preferred experience with K-pop performances," and "knowledge related to lighting and sound."
However, despite the demanding conditions, the positions were indicated as unpaid, and the only benefits listed were meals and the ability to watch the performance, which outraged fans and netizens. Critics poured in calling it a typical "passion pay" practice that exploits fandom and career prospects without fair compensation for labor.
Regarding this, Woos's agency EDAM Entertainment said on the 8th, "We confirmed the facts with the local concert organizer regarding the related matter," and added, "We apologize for not sufficiently reviewing the matter in advance."
They continued, "We will work closely with the local concert organizer to take necessary measures for any shortcomings in local concert operations," and added, "We will strengthen communication with the local side and check more thoroughly and carefully to ensure the overall concert operations proceed smoothly in the future."
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