Donald Trump Revives The Apprentice to Help the Economy

NBC and Donald Trump want to put America back to work – and after a long wait – the boardroom will be open again for candidates who have been affected by the decline in the job market, as the network will pick up a new version of the popular original alternative series “The Apprentice” with Trump returning to preside.

Trump will give the opportunity of their careers to 14 new candidates ranging in age – all of whom have been hit hard by the current economic downturn. These will include talented and bright prospects who have lost their jobs with no hope in sight, people who are currently holding down jobs they don’t like just to make ends meet and recent college graduates who currently have few if any prospects.

The announcement was made today by Paul Telegdy, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, NBC and Universal Media Studios.

“‘The Apprentice’ is a proven brand, and we believe its return is more relevant than ever since it will provide new hope for many Americans struggling in this difficult job market,” said Telegdy. “Donald is going to be even more involved as he offers fantastic opportunities for the American worker, while the search for a quality job will resonate with contemporary viewers.”

“I am very excited to return to the original premise of ‘The Apprentice,’” said Trump. “We’ve got to do something about the economy and this is a terrific way to provide jobs as well as business lessons along the way. NBC, Mark Burnett and I hope this economic downturn can begin a turnaround, and we’ll do our best with ‘The Apprentice’ to see that it starts happening. I’m proud to be putting people back to work, and to positively changing the psychology of America.”

“‘The Celebrity Apprentice’ continues to be great TV while doing genuine good for charities. I am glad we are also bringing back the original ‘Apprentice’ and hope we can use America’s most compelling televised business contest to continue to do good,” said Mark Burnett. “Millions of Americans have lost their jobs, millions of Americans have accepted jobs they don’t like and millions of Americans are about to leave school looking for a job. This year’s ‘Apprentice’ will feature a cast selected from these three areas. And even though only one will win the prize, all other contestants will get Donald Trump’s personal advice to help them find their dream jobs.”

“The Apprentice” is ready to resume its celebrated search to find the best minds in America at a time when employment opportunities are scarce. People of all ages are encouraged to apply, from the newest college graduates to the more experienced over-40’s who have been hard hit by this economy. Whether you are recently laid-off, long-term unemployed, a graduate with a daunting job search ahead of you or simply someone who took a job that is just allowing you to survive this downturn, we encourage you to apply.

Prospective executives who feel they have the skills and drive to become “The Apprentice” can apply by either attending one of the program’s nation-wide open calls (dates and locations to be announced) or by emailing castingnbcapprentice@gmail.com. Applicants are encouraged to explain why they should be the next “Apprentice” and include information regarding how the recession has impacted their lives. Also required is a recent photo as well as name, location and occupation history.

The original version of “The Apprentice” premiered in January 2004 and became an instant hit and a subject of water-cooler conversation. Later, “The Celebrity Apprentice” debuted with celebrity contestants and proved to be another hit. The newest version of “The Celebrity Apprentice” premiered Sunday with an average 3.2 rating, 8 share in adults 18-49 and 8.3 million viewers overall, improving NBC’s non-sports season average in the time period by 45 percent in 18-49 and 32 percent in total viewers. From 10-11 p.m. ET, “The Celebrity Apprentice” was #1 among the major networks in every key demographic and won the hour by a 50 percent margin in adults 18-49.

Season 8 Of The Biggest Loser Now Casting!

Everyone’s favorite weight loss reality show is casting for its eighth season (sorry Celebrity Fit Club). This year they are searching for both teams and individuals to take part in the competition. So if you’re a person with WANT, DESIRE, COMPETITIVE EDGE, and a great personality, this is the show for you. Take this once in a life time opportunity to change your life forever and have the chance at a $250,000 prize.

-DID YOU GAIN THE WEIGHT AFTER PREGNANCY AND HAVEN’T BEEN ABLE TO TAKE IT OFF?
-WERE YOU AN ATHLETE WHEN YOU WERE YOUNGER AND THEN LIFE GOT IN THE WAY?
-DO YOU WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY OR TO START DATING AGAIN?
-ARE YOU A GRANDPARENT WHO WANTS TO BE AROUND TO SEE YOUR GRANDKIDS GROW UP?
-ARE YOU FINALLY READY TO LOSE THE WEIGHT ONCE AND FOR ALL?

WHATEVER YOUR REASON IS, WE ARE SEEKING BOTH INDIVIDUALS AND PARTNERS!

How to Apply:
Step 1: DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION – CLICK HERE
Step 2: MAKE AVIDEOTAPE (only DVD or MINI DV will be accepted). PLEASE TAKE A PHOTO OF YOURSELF AND INCLUDE IT WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
Step 3: MAIL THE APPLICATION, PHOTO AND TAPE TO US ASAP (photo and tape will not be returned)

What to include in your 10 MINUTE videotape:

Show us why you should be on The Biggest Loser. Make your video as personal as possible. Start with your name, age, hometown, height and weight. Take us on a tour of your typical day at work and home. Let us know (and see) why losing the weight is so important to you! Show us, don’t just tell us, why you need to lose the weight. And, Remember, we want to see your personality shine. Have fun and good luck!

SEND YOUR VIDEO, ALONG WITH THE APPLICATION AND A NON-RETURNABLE PHOTO ASAP TO:
The Biggest Loser Casting
c/o Central Park West Productions
P.O Box 578
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267-0578

> Check back with NBC.com for an open call in your area
> You must be at least 18 years of age and a legal resident of the U.S.
> You can audition with a partner or on your own!

NEW PLAYBOY TV DATING SHOW – “FOURSOME”

The following is a reality show casting notice from Reality Wanted.com:

Creators of ANTM and Project Runway Holding a Casting Call for New Show

The creators of America’s Next Top Model and Project Runway are holding casting calls for a yet to be titled fashion reality show.

From the CWTV website:

Can you identify the best designs from the top designers with a glance? Are Manolo, Prada and Gucci a few of your favorite words? Is one of the best things in your life your wardrobe and footwear? Do you spend hours lost in a copy of Elle Magazine, daydreaming about a career in fashion? If so, the CW Television Network and the creators of “America’s Next Top Model” and “Project Runway” are about to offer you the opportunity of a lifetime!

No experience necessary. But style, intelligence and a great work ethic are a must.

Casting will be held in the following cities:

*W Dallas – Victory
2440 Victory Park Lane
Dallas, TX 75219
Open call 2/2/08
11am-4pm

Chicago
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive,
Chicago, Illinois, USA 60601

Open call 2/2/08
11am-4pm

*New York City: place TBD
open call 2/9/08
11am-4pm

San Francisco: place TBD
open call 2/9/08
11am-4pm

*Los Angeles: place TBD
open call 2/16/08
11am-4pm

Miami: place TBD
open call 2/16/08
11am-4pm

for more information on how to apply, click here. 

We are now casting an untitled reality competition that will take viewers (and cast members) behind the fashion world’s velvet rope for a chance to work side-by-side with a who’s-who of high fashion and a chance at a career-launching grand prize.

America’s Got Talent Holds Auditions for Next Season

Time to fine-tune that juggling/tap dancing/yodeling routine you’ve been working on all winter. America’s Got Talent Will be back this summer for a third season on NBC and they started holding auditions around the nation. The first three cities are listed below:

Orlando – Jan 26
Royal Plaza Hotel
in the Walt Disney World Resort
1905 Hotel Plaza Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

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Nashville – Jan 30
Doubletree Hotel
315 4th Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37219

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Charlotte – Feb 2
The Blake Hotel
555 S McDowell St
Charlotte, NC 28204

To fill out an application and/or to find out how to submit your tape for audition, go the the NBC website, by clicking here.

Reality TV Casting in Las Vegas

Description:

TV Storyteller Casting has left Los Angeles and is now in Las Vegas to find new talent to star in a variety of upcoming Reality shows that will be shot in Las Vegas.

If you have ever dreamed of appearing on a real-life series, competition, hidden-camera, talk, dating, relationship or game show, we want to meet you! We are seeking all types of people between the ages of 18 and 25. . . if you have a story we want to hear it!

To find out how to apply, click here.

MTV Reality Show Is Casting for Broadway

According to Playbill , MTV is putting together a reality show in which the contestants are competing for the chance to be cast in the Broadway version of Legally Blonde.

Casting for the reality show will start on January 21 at the Orlando Shakespeare Theatre in Florida. The contestants will be competing for the role of Elle Woods. MTV exposed its audience to the musical by showing it in its entirety on October 13.

To find out how to audition for the show or to read more about it, click here. 

CBS Now Casting for Type A Personalities for New Reality Show!

Description:

“Are you a type A personality always focused on the bottom line? Are you a successful individual who works constantly and doesn’t have time to relax? Are you all WORK and no PLAY? Do you want to challenge yourself to change but don’t know how?

CBS is casting NOW for an exciting new TV show where uber-serious, uber-competitive adults will be challenged to embrace their inner child and channel their silly side in an environment that for once they can’t control. The reward??? Through a series of fun challenges and unique tasks participants will gain valuable insight on seeing things from a different perspective and participants will receive a handsome cash prize.

All applicants must be 21 years of age and up. Must be available to shoot in sunny, gorgeous Los Angeles for about a week at the end of February, 2008. LA Casting Directors will be in town the third week of January to interview potential cast members.

If interested, please send us your contact information and a brief bio about yourself. Tell us why you’re so passionate about your work and your career. Tell us what you do for fun. Please include 2 recent photos of yourself.

If you thought you were right for ‘The Apprentice’; then you are RIGHT for This!!

Open Casting Calls:

January 19 in Philadelphia and Denver
January 24 in Boston and Charlotte

for more information on how to apply, go to RealityWanted.com

MTV is Casting for Dance Justice

Man, I’m feeling all nostalgic, like I should be watching Beat Street or something. MTV is casting for a new reality show called Dance Justice, where participants settle their small claims court cases by having a dance off. The best dancer wins the case. I’m sure it’s not as ridiculous as it sounds…no, it probably is. I just hope Shabba Doo is the judge.

Here’s all the info from MTV.com:

“A new show where disputes are settled by a winner takes all dance off! We are looking for different situations; best friend dented your car and won’t pay you back, your boyfriend or girlfriend ditched you after you bought them expensive concert tickets and they never paid you back etc, or maybe you have an old score to settle.

You will each be trained by a professional dance instructor/ choreographer, and then you will come on the show and have a dance off in front of a judge to prove your case.

Casting fun, hip, energetic people 18 & over who are local to the Southern California area that want to put an end to their REAL problems.

Both parties will receive a $250.00 appearance fee.
Winner will receive up to $500.00 for winning their case.

To be considered email your name, age, all your contact info, and a description of your case.

Send to: dancejustice@mtvstaff.com”

L.A. Ink Casting Tuesday 12/18 in Hollywood

L.A. Ink will be casting for a speed dating episode of their reality show on 12/18 in Hollywood. They need single men between the ages of 26-40 as well as women between the ages of 25-35. They are looking for looking for Conservative guys but all types are welcome.

For more information, click here.

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