I have always loved Reality shows. I admit that I'm a voyeuristic junkie when it comes to watching people open their lives, happiness, cat-fighting, back stabbing, plotting, pushing people over balconies, fighting for cash, and grief to us from TV land. I have always wondered what the attraction was to participating on a reality show and expose yourself to a gazillion viewers like that. I admit, if I could stand to go hungry without slipping into a coma I would be the first to sign up for Survivor and I would be chowing down on water buffalo gonads with the best of them! The newest season takes place in Brazil this time! I would probably end up ditching them for the beaches of Rio though! You know that the winners make a butt-load of money but, what about the other contestants--do they make anything? What about the Network hosting the show, what's in it for them?
For the producers and networks the answer is obvious, they make way more money producing reality shows than the do with sitcoms or dramas and they are cheaper to produce as well!
These shows provide a strong rating and bring in gob's of money from advertisers. Coupled with the fact that those participating on the show don't require the same amount of pay as regular actors and actresses and producing the shows are relatively cheap, it makes for a profitable formula.
These shows provide a strong rating and bring in gob's of money from advertisers. Coupled with the fact that those participating on the show don't require the same amount of pay as regular actors and actresses and producing the shows are relatively cheap, it makes for a profitable formula.
Don't you wonder how much that those are in the shows make?
In an MSNBC article The Cost Of Going On A Realty Show states that, "Some shows, particularly those without game elements, offer stipends to compensate their cast members. "Real World" roommates are paid small stipends for their "story rights"; the exact total isn't disclosed, but executive producer Jonathan Murray told USA TODAY, "I used to say it was enough to buy a used car. Now it's probably not quite as big a used car."One thing's clear, though: You should want to be on a reality series for the experience, because participation in a series definitely does not come with a guarantee of fame and fortune. "
In an MSNBC article The Cost Of Going On A Realty Show states that, "Some shows, particularly those without game elements, offer stipends to compensate their cast members. "Real World" roommates are paid small stipends for their "story rights"; the exact total isn't disclosed, but executive producer Jonathan Murray told USA TODAY, "I used to say it was enough to buy a used car. Now it's probably not quite as big a used car."One thing's clear, though: You should want to be on a reality series for the experience, because participation in a series definitely does not come with a guarantee of fame and fortune. "
According to In Touch the stars of MTV's The Hills make between $35,000 to $75,000 per episode. Spencer and Heidie each pull in $65,000 an episode for the drama that they provide.
If you have ever thought of trying out for a reality show they have casting calls for so many reality programs. Here's a link for a listing:
http://www.realitywanted.com/calls/search/sort/dateupdated/order/desc/page/100
I perused through the pages and picked my favorites.
- T.V. Made Me Do It: Are you a TV-inspired wild animal or reptile trainer? Now Casting. Were you inspired by a show on Discovery Channel, Animal Planet or National Geographic to work with venomous snakes, wild bears,… (no liability there!)
- Wife Swap Casting Beautiful Families:Do you have a family full of models? Is looking good the top priority in your family? Are designer clothes a must? If you answered yes - then I want you! The premise of Wife Swap is that one…Start: 09/23/2008 End: 01/29/2009
- I Survived a Japanese Game show: Think you have what it takes to compete and win in TOKYO on ABC's hit show "I Survived a Japanese Game show"?? Do you have the drive and craze to become the next Majide Champion and win $250,000??…Start: 12/01/2008 End: 01/25/2009
- Producers of SUPERNANNY looking for rebellious Teens for New Show!:Must be 18 or older. The producers of SUPERNANNY and U.S. cable hits It’s Me Or The Dog (Animal Planet) are now searching for rebellious teenagers for a brand new series from the United Kingdom. …Start: 12/15/2008 End: 02/27/2009 (I have several volunteer teen boys that would like to up against the SUPPERNANNY!)
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