Anyone wanna be on the telly?

GarethW · Jan 12, 2012

Came across this on LinkedIn:

Renegade Pictures, a UK based television production company, are casting for a Discovery Channel project and are looking for new talent.

The series revolves around producing prototypes which aim to solve real world problems.

Episodes might involve improving surferâ€™s safety in a wipe-out, a better bear proof bin, smarter ways to stop joyriders, a wildfire proof fire truck, flood defence for an average home, a theft proof bike etc. Big, fun, visual challenges which need skilled and lateral thinkers, prepared to get stuck in.

Like Mythbusters, this is a slice of science and engineering education by stealth, so we need people who can get across in laymanâ€™s terms what theyâ€™re doing and why.

We want people at home to learn how hydraulics work, what radiant heat is, or why sharks dislike strong magnetsâ€¦so you need to be an engaging, confident communicator, not a â€˜wallflowerâ€™.

We plan to film mostly in the USA from late summer, but there will likely be some worldwide travel.

The time commitment is large â€“ likely 2 five week blocks, so this may suit self-employed / contract workers better than those in staff positions. Hosts will work across all episodes and these are paid positions.

We are seeking applications from (not an exclusive list) electronics experts, metal and plastic fabricators, mechanical and industrial engineers, prototype studios, special effects technicians, agricultural and biomedical engineers - anyone who works hands on and is a confident producing a final product in a slightly gonzo way.

We are not looking for engineers / designers who work primarily using software packages, as the challenges and solutions will need practical fabrication skills.

We are very short of female and minority candidates, a fact which sadly reflects the industries we are targeting. If this casting call appeals, or if you know someone who would fit the bill, get in touch for an application pack: [email protected]
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srdfmc · Jan 12, 2012

seems to be fun and educative : great idea !

Oh... tell me: You hve to be half naked and work your way through horrible jungle in order to find your CAD machine in the most remote end of a dark caves full of zombies ?

Two-Shoes · Jan 19, 2012

Sounds like too much fun, UK TV always seem to start great shows.
I even look like one of the Myth Busters, I get stopped in airports all the time for autograph requests, LOL
Wrong side of the pond though, since I am here in the Great White Frozen North...

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