Monday, December 31, 2007

Reality Shows

First, a disclaimer. I currently get approximately one channel of television, and thus I am far from a reality show guru. However, I'm not a hermit and I know enough to say with confidence that like it or not, reality shows are not disappearing anytime soon. You might as well cash in on some of their lingering success, right? I mean, it's a dirty job, but somebody's got to do it. Where would the world be without "Real Housewives" or "I Love New York" ... okay, well, surely "My Big Redneck Wedding" (scheduled to debut January 11) will be a face lift for modern American culture ...

Anyway, the point is it doesn't take a genius to be on a reality show, or even to come up with a new reality show idea. That's not to say some shows don't take skill. Don't go auditioning for "So You Think You Can Dance?" if you've never set foot in a dance studio. But then there was "Temptation Island" ... enough said.

How To Get the Job: First check out casting calls online. http://www.realitytvcastingcall.com/ currently has posts for "Don't Forget the Lyrics", "MTV's Real World 21", and one that's titled "Know Someone Who's Never Satisfied?" (who doesn't?). Then you'll need to apply, and then (if they like your application) interview.

What You Get: Well, besides the satisfaction of making a permanent and beautiful contribution to pop culture, bascially, it depends. If you're competing for a prize and you don't win you may just get room and board (well, not even that, for "Survivor") and a smallish stipend--generally a few thousand bucks. Reality show stars make an estimated $10,000 to $25,000 per episode. Plus, as Leslie Gornstein (the Answer Bitch) points out, there may be opportunities to capitalize on your fame in other ways such as books, clothing lines, public appearances, etc.

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Shawn Mitchell said...

You might want to look at HNE Reality as well. We are growing casting marketing company that has helped many people find great roles on reality tv shows.

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