If you like to be the center of attention and have no problem being filmed 24/7 for 100 days, then participating in the wildly popular reality show Big Brother may be for you. Unlike other reality programs, uncut and unedited footage is aired during Big Brother After Dark, a three-hour nightly show on Showtime and viewers can monitor the show live on the Internet, in addition to three shows each week on CBS. If you think you have what it takes to jump into the uncensored spotlight that comes with the show, read on to find out how to become a contestant on Big Brother.

• Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements

• Be prepared to travel for casting

• Make sure you can take 100 days or more off work or school to participate in the show

• Be creative and honest in your application and video

• Be prepared to be in the public eye, uncensored 24 hours a day

• Make sure you are mentally and physically fit to endure the filming and the competitions

• Survivor
• The Amazing Race
• Real World
• The Apprentice
• Hell's Kitchen
• Top Chef
• Shark Tank

CBS accepts applications and videos for Big Brother throughout the year. The casting process continues in various cities across the country, then in Los Angeles as the producers select the lucky few who will participate in the show.

Due to the 24/7 filming of contestants on Big Brother, CBS takes extra steps to ensure each contestant is suitable to appear on their network and the reality program.

1. You must be at least 21 years old at the time of applicationhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
2. You must be a legal U.S. citizen and reside within the United Stateshttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
3. You may not be a candidate for or hold any public officehttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
4. You must be in great physical and mental healthhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
5. You must agree to background checks, including civil, criminal, financial and driving-history inquirieshttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
6. You must be able to travel to one of several locations for the second round of casting, then to Los Angeles for the final roundhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
7. You must be willing to live in the secluded house for 100 days including being taped and monitored at all times by producers and the publichttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf

Producers want to know everything about you and those closest to you as your life will be on display for the world to see. To learn if you are right for the show, they require all applicants to complete a 13-page application, asking about your personal life, education and employment history, likes and dislikes and many other things. Additionally, all applicants must agree to be filmed as part of the show.http://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Application.pdf

1. Download and print the Big Brother contestant application
2. Read, sign and complete the application entirely
3. Be honest, expressive and creative
4. Show the producers you can handle the stresses of the constant filming and how you would be a great addition to the show
5. Write legibly, completing each question thoroughly
6. Read and sign the release portion of the form

As with most casting for reality shows, the producers want to see what you have to offer in the flesh and require all applicants to submit a short video in addition to the application.

1. Videos may be up to two minutes in lengthhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
2. Videos can only be submitted in VHS, mini DV or DVD formathttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
3. Clearly tell the producers who you are and why they should pick you for the showhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
4. Stand-out from the pack, but stay true to yourself
5. Label your video with your full name and the number of the city closest to you:
   • 1. Los Angeles, CA
   • 2. Charlotte, NC
   • 3. New York, NY
   • 4. Austin, TX
   • 5. Columbus, OH
   • 6. Tampa, FL
   • 7. Seattle, WA
   • 8. Nashville, TN
   • 9. Chicago, IL
   • 10. New Orleans, LA
   • 11. Atlanta, GA
   • 12. Richmond, VA
   • 13. Kansas City, MO
   • 14. Boston, MA
   • 15. Phoenix, AZhttp://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf
6. Send your completed application, video, two clearly labeled photos, a copy of your drivers license and social security card, passport or birth certificate to:

• • Big Brother (Region #___)
  • P.O. Box 520
  • 11271 Ventura Blvd
  • Studio City, California 91604http://www.cbs.com/casting/big_brother/Eligibility_Requirements.pdf