Ryan Seacrest. Elizabeth Hasselbeck. The Real Housewives. Snooki. They all rose to relative fame by appearing on reality TV shows. Reality castmembers are typically chosen based on interviews and videos of themselves. Because there can be thousands of entrants, it's vital to stand out to have a shot at getting picked. New York Reality TV School teaches its students how to do just that, sharing the best preparation techniques for scoring that coveted spotlight.

NYRTVS focuses on the individual, bringing to light what makes each prospective star special. Reality veterans from shows such as "Project Runway" and "Survivor" are often on hand to mentor students, covering common interview questions, working on confidence and presentation, and discussing what makes a truly captivating on-screen personality. Workshops are held in one-day to five-week sessions, or you can invest in one-on-one training. Maybe you too could be the next Omarosa!

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