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How to Make a great audition tape for a reality show

Jan 30, 2009 08:51 PM

So you want to be a reality TV star. The first step? Wow the producers with an awesome audition tape.

You Will Need

* A ruthless self-appraisal

* Discipline

Step 1: Know the show

Step 2: Follow instructions

Step 3: Be seen and heard

Step 4: Don't bury the lead

Step 5: Focus on story

Step 6: Emphasize your faults

Step 7: Be high energy

Step 8: Let your actions speak

Step 9: Keep it simple

Step 10: Don't be shy

Step 11: Include contact information

Step 12: Shut up

Fact

Fifty-one percent of people polled said it was okay for reality show contestants to have a rap sheet.

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