Mass layoffs continue to sweep through Hollywood and the media industry in 2025. This trend is not simply the result of an economic downturn, but stems from fundamental changes in the industry’s structure. Rapid expansion of streaming platforms, widespread adoption of AI technologies, and the decline of traditional television are dramatically reshaping the business landscape. Major studios and global media companies are accelerating organizational restructuring, cutting jobs across all departments—from executives to production, marketing, and distribution—in an effort to stay competitive. These changes are creating a new normal, with flatter management hierarchies, repeated rounds of layoffs, and a growing focus on digital and technology-driven content as the industry searches for sustainable business models in the streaming era.

2025년 할리우드와 미디어 업계에서는 대규모 정리해고가 계속되고 있음

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