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Want to host a Japanese game show on MTV? +
Seems that MTV is indeed looking for a host for a pilot they are planning. I first saw this on Ningin, which linked Slant eye for the round eye, which linked to Nikkei View. Nikkei View apparently was sent an email from Suzette Brown, a casting producer for MTV’s Series development and animation. I was a bit skeptical because I couldn’t find any other information about it. However, it seems as though Mrs. Brown was a former JET member, and sent a message to the New England JET association that stated,
Hi,
I’m a former JET. I was in Tochigi so many years ago. I’m now a TV producer and MTV is searching for a host for a Japanese game show pilot. We’re looking for someone who appears to be Japanese or of Japanese descent and appears to be between 21-35 years old. I wanted to circulate this among JETs and former JETs ASAP.
I’m looking for Americans, perhaps Canadians, as well… but I didn’t want to rule anyone out. All they have to do is email me a video clip and we’d take it from there.
Thanks!
A few more details were specified in the message sent to Nikkei View,
People that exude a lot of enthusiasm, have wicked personalities, distinct styles and possess a unique charm on tape should apply ASAP. The perfect candidate would have a Johnny Knoxville-like appeal. If this describes you, please email nycastingteam@gmail.com immediately. Television credits are not necessary. Improv / comedy backgrounds are a plus. There will be compensation.
It is an amazing opportunity for the right talent, so please email nycastingteam@gmail.com with a headshot / pic and let them know why you’d be the perfect game show host. Must be well-versed in the English language. Union and non-union okay. Taping will be in New York.
So if you are Asian, have a Johnny Knoxville-like charm, and are dripping with enthusiasm, email nycastingteam@gmail.com . There was an MTV email address also listed in the message sent to NEJET. Good luck!
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September 28th, 2008 at 9:02 am
Want to host a Japanese game show on MTV?…
I found a job for Chris!! Though I don’t know if he “appears Japanese” Why this guy wants American or Canadians who looks Japanese is a bit of a mystery to me. Anyone up for it?…
September 28th, 2008 at 12:49 pm
Eh, not that I’m anywhere near close to fitting the description but did it really have to be some one who looks “japanese?”
I wonder why this is bothering me. Maybe its because whoever is going to be hired will probably less knowledgeable about this culture than some of us non asian guys.
September 28th, 2008 at 1:29 pm
You know, I almost sent her and email too. It did bother me when I read that too Mario. I really do hate being pessimistic, but sometimes the real world doesn’t work the way it should. I agree with you.
I guess I should go ahead and submit it anyway just because. Maybe after the pilot is a success, and they need some more people for support roles, I would have a chance! LOL.
October 4th, 2008 at 4:07 am
is this for real though?
November 5th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
HEY EVERYONE IM A JET, BUT NOT JUST A JET. THE JET. THE FAMOUS JET JACKSON. I MAC’d ON MAD AZN BITCHES AND GOT KICKED OUT OF MY HIGH SCHOOL. IM LOOKING FOR WORK AND AM VERY POE. I WOULD LIKE TO RECIVE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MTV JET JACKSON GAME SHOW. PLEASE EMAIL ME.
-priase be to god
-the famous jet jackson.
January 4th, 2009 at 4:31 am
“We’re looking for someone who appears to be Japanese or of Japanese descent and appears to be between 21-35 years old.”
This is a nicer way of saying they want someone Japanese. I don’t get why you’re all getting your panties in a bunch about it. This is the way casting works. Hollywood, or in this case MTV, have always casted people based on race, age, gender, appearance. I don’t see why you’re all so offended that htey want someone japanese.. this is Japan after all.
March 20th, 2009 at 1:12 am
hmmm…Are they still looking maybe????
March 24th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
oh no !! i like chrihanna soo much !!