Casting Coach for Reality TV

You’ve heard the advice: “Be yourself!” While helpful and true, that advice is insufficient for reality tv hopefuls who are struggling to be the BEST version of themselves in their short audition video. The vast majority of people who apply for a reality TV show have a hard time showcasing their personality, perspective, and storytelling ability. As a professional speaker/storyteller and as a Survivor winner who deeply understands the reality TV casting process, Adam can help you reveal your authentic self while also highlighting the pieces of you that are the most compelling. He provides fully honest and highly detailed constructive feedback, and can help you recognize and showcase the elements of your story, personality, and perspective that make you stand out. At the end of every session, you will leave with a clear sense of what steps to take next to improve your audition and put your best foot forward.


 

Scheduling:

If you would like to meet immediately, please consider booking the Ultimate Package, which guarantees session availability within 3 days. If you would like to view my current availability or schedule your first session, you can use the following links (please send payment for your session or package at the time of scheduling):

30-minute brainstorm (1st session of the Fresh Start Package)

45-minute audition video review (1st session of the Premium or Ultimate Package)

How to book:

Send a Venmo payment to @AdamKlein with your e-mail address in the note. Adam will then contact you to set up your session(s). Those not in the US can use PayPal.me/survivoradam. Please send all payments in USD.

Questions? Reach out via the ‘Bookings’ link above.

 

Personalized Casting Sessions

PRICES:

Private Brainstorm/Workshop Session (30 minutes): $165

Audition Video Review Session (45 minutes): $245


Discounted Packages

PREMIUM PACKAGE: $375

Includes:

  • 45-minute Audition Video Review
  • 30-minute follow up
  • 20-minute final follow up (if necessary)
  • Ongoing Coaching: If you get a call from casting for your show during the current casting cycle, Adam will continue to provide coaching sessions to prepare for written applications, interviews, and finals. Consider Adam your personal, and confidential, coach for the casting cycle.
    • Historically, over 10% of clients have been able to take advantage of this ongoing coaching.
  • NEW: Access to discounted editing services

FRESH START PACKAGE: $495

Meant for those would like some help getting started with a new video. It includes:

  • A 30-minute Brainstorm session
  • The full Premium Package

NEW!!!

ULTIMATE PACKAGE: $575

This package is not necessary for most people, but includes additional access, availability, and extras. It includes:

  • The full Premium Package
  • Access to weekend and evening availability
  • Guaranteed availability within 3 days (exceptions for sickness or scheduled vacation)
  • Recordings and transcripts of all sessions for download
  • ‘Smart’ recording features included AI-generated summaries and highlights (available for 30 days after each session)
  • Free access to the latest Reality TV Casting workshop recording
  • In addition to the “Ongoing Coaching” prep sessions included in the Premium Package, interview-debrief sessions will also be included.
  • Optional: Add a 30-minute brainstorm session for $120 ($695 total)

*Sessions for all packages expire 4 months after the first session.


NEW: Editing Services

Editing for reality tv casting audition videos is very different than editing for a movie or commercial. We don’t do anything fancy like color-correction, splashy montages, or YouTube-like jump cuts. Instead, our goal is to help communicate your story clearly and concisely, reduce awkwardness while maintaining authenticity, show that you can speak clearly uninterrupted, and embed photos and video clips that complement your storytelling and personality. Your final edit will be delivered in full quality, as well as under the MB limit for your show with the highest possible quality.

Edit of final casting video: $225

  • No more than 7 minutes of footage can be submitted.

  • Additional footage and photos may be requested.

  • Please allow 2 weeks for delivery of a final edit.


Group Workshops

Adam periodically hosts group online casting workshops where he goes over general advice for casting, common mistakes, how to become a better storyteller, and reviews audition videos from volunteers in the class. He hosts both large group workshops and smaller interactive sessions. To be informed about the next workshop, fill out the contact form at the bottom of the page.

Recording of a 2hr 18min reality tv casting workshop: $40

  • If you purchase the recording, you agree that you can only view the recording while logged into your account, and that the recording can not be duplicated or shared. You can purchase via Venmo to @AdamKlein or those not in the US can use PayPal.me/survivoradam. Please include your email in the note.


Testimonials

“Adam Klein has a true passion for casting coaching. Working with him is like talking to a friend I've known for years. He dove deep into interesting parts of myself to showcase, and politely called me out for showcasing what I thought casting could be looking for, but isn't authentic to my true self. He saw through it right away. His talents are not just about helping you get cast on a show, it's about learning to present your best self, increasing your confidence and harnessing your elevator pitch for future opportunities life may offer you. I'll keep working with Adam every year.” - Anonymous

“Adam helped me to realize everything I had been doing WRONG for the last 15 years in my Survivor auditions. In under an hour Adam highlighted the best aspects of myself and gave advice on how to represent that in an application video. I FINALLY feel confident that I put my best foot forward.” - Jodi S

“Adam won’t be soft around the edges or dance around the things that are wrong with your video. He’s to the point and honest about the changes you need to make, but at the same time gave me the confidence to let my personality truly shine through.” - Marina P

“Adam gave me insight that I couldn’t have known I needed. His attention to detail was stellar and he gave me actionable items to work on, add, and fix. I left our meeting with a solid plan to best highlight who I am. I plan on meeting with him every year until I get on the damn show!” - S

“You have no idea what that workshop meant to me last night. I feel like you truly gave me the feedback that I needed to hear. Feedback I've never been able to get from anywhere else, despite having shared all of my videos with countless others.” - Zach D

“Adam didn’t sugarcoat things for the sake of my ego. He gave honest and detailed feedback that showed how he took it seriously. He’s not just a Survivor contestant who gives a couple sentences and says your name to try and leave you happy. He will put genuine effort into your application.” - Devon A

“Adam's audition advice is priceless. His advice is very clear and to the point which means that no moment is wasted during the review. Adam has a real knack for helping you see things that in hindsight are obvious. I will definitely be back for more!” - Parker S

“It felt like Adam had known me for years in the way he was able to identify what I was genuinely passionate about. His guidance helped me display the best parts of my authentic self.” - AD

“I cannot recommend Adam’s 1:1 casting sessions enough! Adam is so genuine in his desire to help fans live out their dreams. He did an incredible job teaching me how to tell a story in a way that is both concise and captivating. I left the session with very specific, easy-to-implement suggestions that improved my video tenfold.” - Alex

“Adam did a tremendous job of helping me cut through the BS in my video and highlight the best parts of my identity. He will not coddle you. He meticulously moves through each clip/point and thinks of a question or different perspective that will make it more compelling.” - Anonymous

“I can’t thank you enough for your help with my video. I ended up getting to both semi-finals and finals for a major reality show because of how you helped me sell myself.” - BD

More testimonials: https://shoutout.io/adamklein/


Applying for Survivor, Big Brother, The Amazing Race, The Circle, The Mole, Deal or No Deal Island, Squid Games: The Challenge, The Bachelor/Bachelorette, or any other Reality TV Show, and struggling to make a compelling audition video?

Adam Klein, winner of Survivor, helps guide you in being able to self-review your audition video submission to make sure it will stack up and stand out.