Put your knack for random trivia or quick decision-making skills to the test! Some
of television's biggest producers and casting executives let us in on how you could be the next big winner.
Deal or No Deal
How to apply: At
nbc.com/Deal_or_No_Deal, look for an open call in a city near you, or download the application and mail in a home video.
Insider tip: "Make yourself sound like the most interesting person on the planet," says Neal Konstantini, casting producer. "Everyone has a story; tell yours." At a casting call, you have 30 seconds to convey why you should be on the show!
Wheel of Fortune
How to apply: Register at
wheeloffortune.com, but stay tuned to your local TV station for "Wheelmobile" events where you can flaunt your skills in person near you.
Insider tip: "Really know the show, the rules and the game," says contestant executive Gary O'Brien. Showing you're a pro at the process and a true fan of the wheel may improve your chances of getting chosen.
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
How to apply: Auditions for this quiz show consist of an application, in-person meetings and a written exam! Log on to
fox.com/areyousmarter for details.
Insider tip: Treat casting like a job interview, says executive producer and creator Barry Poznick. Be prepared
to talk about yourself. And practice, practice, practice!
Don't Forget the Lyrics
How to apply: Send in a five-minute video of yourself along with the application form, or attend an open casting call. See the guidelines at
fox.com/dontforget.
Insider tip: Study previous episodes: "Try to find a common denominator among the contestants," says creator and executive producer Jeff Apploff. Are they all funny? Excitable? Don't mind a little humiliation? If you're the same way, show it in your tape.
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
How to apply: Go to
millionairetv.com to get info on how to register for the test in NYC or to find local events near you.
Insider tip: Producer Jennifer Weeks says that being as natural as possible "leaves a good impression on us." Try to act as if you're just chatting with a good friend, she says. "And remember to have fun with it!"