If you are in a relationship with a "complete tool" or a person who is self-loving and disrespectful and want to get them to change, why not enroll them in the VH1 reality show Tool Academy. To nominate your significant other for the show, read on to find out how to be a contestant on Tool Academy.
Tips
Be sure your partner does not find out they are being nominated or they will not be considered
Complete the online application completely and honestly
Send in a video within five days of the application
Prepare for drama as the show turns tools into perfect partners
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Prepare for Drama
As each member of the Tool Academy may not have prior knowledge that they are being considered for the show, be prepared for the potential backlash it may cause. Additionally, all participants on the show will be under an immense amount of stress from the challenges and therapy sessions. Be prepared to deal with a lot of drama to turn your tool into the perfect partner.
Introduction
In order to turn "complete tools" into respectable partners, the producers of Tool Academy require the "tools" to have no idea they are being considered for the show. They are told they are competing in a contest of some kind, but really are sent to the Tool Academy. In addition to keeping the secret from your significant other, to nominate someone for the show you'll need to complete the application and send in a video.
Step 1: Keep the Secret
As most "tools" see nothing wrong with their behavior, getting them to change is not an east task. To get them to appear on the show, you'll need to be a bit sneaky and keep the idea a secret.
- Have a good cover story in case your are interrupted by your significant other when completing the application or creating the video
- Don't talk about the show to friends and family as they may slip and spill the beans to your partner
- Make up a good story to convince your mark to show up and be enrolled in the Tool Academy
Step 2: Complete the Application
In the first step of letting producers know you have a person perfect for the Tool Academy, you'll need to complete an application.
- Visit ToolAcademyCasting.com to find the online applicationhttp://toolacademycasting.com/
- Complete each question clearly and honestlyhttp://toolacademycasting.com/
- Show why your partner is in need of a change and why the should would help with thathttp://toolacademycasting.com/
- Read and agree to the release formhttp://toolacademycasting.com/
- Clear your browser cache so your partner does not discover you've nominated them
Step 3: Create a Video
After producers receive your application, you will have five days to create and submit a video, showing them in the flesh why your partner needs a change. Remember to keep the secret, only showing you on the video, not your partner.
- Videos must be no longer than five minuteshttp://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
- Videos are only accepted in VHS, DVD, Mini DV or memory card format; alternately, videos can be posted to Vimeo
- Clearly state who you are, your location and agehttp://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
- Show photos of your partner and say their name and agehttp://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
- Describe your relationship with your partner, including what you love and hate about ithttp://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
- Tell stories about your relationship, including those that have been stressful or heartbreakinghttp://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
- Describe why you and your partner would win the showhttp://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
- Upload your video to Vimeo and email the link to TA3Vimeo@gmail.com or send the video to:
- Sheryl Esquijo
- c/o Doron Ofir Casting
- 6207 Santa Monica Blvd.
- Los Angeles CA, 90038http://toolacademycasting.com/files/TA3%20Tape%20Submission%20Letter.pdf
