We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Ethan Petersen the Supervising Casting Producer for FOX's new show "MasterChef". Ethan explains what the show is about and some do's and don'ts when it comes to casting.

 

Q. RealityWanted.com: So tell us more about this new show on FOX and how it is different from other cooking shows?

A. Ethan Petersen, Supervising Casting Producer: MasterChef is a pretty big cooking competition where amatuer chefs get to come and compete. It is the American Idol of the culinary world.

 

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Q. RealityWanted.com: Will there be a series of challenges?

A. Ethan Petersen, Supervising Casting Producer: Yes, the contestants will compete in a series of challenges, I can't tell you the spin on it yet but Gordan Ramsey will be there to help them become great chefs.

 

Q. RealityWanted.com: What are you looking for in applicants?

A. Ethan Petersen, Supervising Casting Producer: We are looking for people over the age of 18 that have never attend culinary school or worked in a professional kitchen. They must be able to cook though not just mac and cheese. We are looking for people that are passionate about food.

 

Q. RealityWanted.com: Tell us about what you look for, maybe some Do's and Don'ts

A. Ethan Petersen, Supervising Casting Producer: Make sure to show us your personality. If you are putting your video together make sure to include your family and how you interact with them, it helps us get to know your personality better. Most importantly though just be yourself. Also when you meet with us, do your best to open up and show us who you are. 

 

Q. RealityWanted.com: Where should applicants go to apply to attend one of your open casting calls?

A. Ethan Petersen, Supervising Casting Producer: Have them go to http://www.realitywanted.com/call/6214-now-casting-amateur-chefs-for-masterchef to apply.

 

Check out the Video Interview with FOX's MasterChef Supervising Casting Producer Ethan Petersen: