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Amazon / MGM Studios ‘America’s Test Kitchen’ Open Casting Call

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Casting Call: America’s Test Kitchen: The Next Generation

Job Description: Amazon MGM Studios invites you to whisk your way into the spotlight in the upcoming season of “America’s Test Kitchen: The Next Generation.” We are seeking passionate and creative home cooks, whether self-taught geniuses or formally trained chefs, to stir up the competition. This isn’t just a contest; it’s your chance to secure the ultimate job opportunity – joining the prestigious ATK all-star team.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Compete in various cooking challenges designed to test a range of culinary skills.
  • Create innovative and delicious recipes using a variety of ingredients.
  • Work under time constraints and present dishes to a panel of judges.
  • Participate in filmed segments, potentially including interviews, cooking demonstrations, and other program-related activities.
  • Collaborate and interact with other contestants in a competitive yet respectful manner.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor on camera and adhere to the show’s production schedule.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age as of application submission.
  • Available to participate in the program from approximately April 8, 2024, through May 2, 2024.
  • Must not have been convicted of a felony in the past ten years (unless expunged).
  • Free from any holding or exclusivity agreements with other audiovisual programs.
  • Must pass a background check if requested.
  • Legally authorized and eligible to work in the United States.
  • Not a candidate for public office nor become one until at least one year after the program airs.
  • Neither applicant nor immediate family members or household residents may be employees, officers, or directors of ATK The Next Generation, LLC, Amazon Alternative LLC, or any affiliates within the past two years.
  • Must not be closely associated with sponsors of the program, its advertising agency, or anyone supplying goods, services, or prizes to the program.

Compensation:

  • The winning prize for the Program is anticipated to be a spot on ATK’s all-star team.
  • Compensation details for participation in the program may be disclosed upon further progression in the casting process.

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Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a home-owning couple in lifestyle scenes

  • Engage naturally in pre-set, silent scenarios for b-roll

  • Be available for a scheduled afternoon shoot

Requirements

  • Real couple aged 30–40

  • Must be local to Panama City or Panama City Beach

  • Comfortable being filmed without dialogue

  • Must submit current photos and a short bio

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate discussed upon selection)

  • Media buyout included

  • Usage: tri-state broadcast (up to 2 years) and social media (in perpetuity)

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Participants for Recorded Zoom Discussion on Edgy Topics

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A production team is seeking 7 outgoing and confident individuals to participate in a recorded Zoom call. The discussion will revolve around edgy, thought-provoking, and unconventional topics, and will be recorded for creative use. This is a paid opportunity ideal for people who are open-minded and comfortable sharing honest perspectives in front of a virtual audience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Join a scheduled Zoom call at 8 PM Central Time

  • Participate in a group conversation on unconventional topics

  • Be comfortable appearing on camera during the session

  • Engage authentically and respectfully during the discussion

Requirements

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Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in filmed panel discussions covering mental health and trending topics

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Compensation

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  • Project-based collaboration agreement provided

  • Visibility across major platforms including YouTube, Spotify, and TikTok

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Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a fun, structured competition on camera

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  • Male, ages 18+

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  • Paid opportunity

  • Winner receives a cash prize

  • Exposure in a professionally produced video project

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  • Share your real-life viral wedding moment and the story behind it

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  • Participate in on-camera interviews to revisit and reflect on the experience

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Job Responsibilities

  • Complete a short online questionnaire about your experience as a homeowner

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Requirements

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Job Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate authentic sumo techniques and presence on camera

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Are you and your partner facing questions or doubts before tying the knot? This paid opportunity invites engaged couples to explore concerns and curiosities in an honest, expert-guided social experiment series designed to build clarity and confidence before saying “I do.”

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in televised social experiment discussions.

  • Engage openly with mediators and fellow couples.

  • Share authentic experiences and feelings about marriage.

Requirements:

  • Engaged couples ready to explore relationship questions.

  • Willingness to appear on a major cable network docu-series.

  • Provide recent photos, social media handles, and a brief bio.

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  • Share authentic caregiving experiences.

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  • Individuals 18+ of all ethnicities, genders, and abilities.

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  • $500 for the photoshoot.

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  • Meals and on-set amenities included

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03-07-2024

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