Twelve-year Internet veteran and New York Times best-selling author, Joel Comm, today auditions for his new web reality show, "The Next Internet Millionaire." It is expected that thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs will audition for a coveted opportunity to be a contestant on this first-ever web reality show that will bridge the gap between new and old media.
Filming in July and August of this year and set to air worldwide for thirteen weeks in the fall, "The Next Internet Millionaire" will seek to find the best new entrepreneurial talent who will be competing for a cash prize and an opportunity to partner with Joel Comm in a new joint venture that could generate millions of dollars. Unlike other reality shows, "The Next Internet Millionaire" invites the general public to take part in voting during the actual audition process.
In his past twelve years online, Comm has sold a site to Yahoo!, written several popular books, including the New York Times Best Seller "The AdSense Code," and built many successful web sites that have earned him millions of dollars on the Internet. One of the most respected marketers on the web, Comm will be hosting the show which intends to prove the Internet as a viable means of broadcasting new programming.
"The success of shows such as 'Survivor,' 'The Apprentice' and 'American Idol' prove that reality TV has become a dominant entertainment force," says host Joel Comm. "YouTube, Google video and numerous other video sites have demonstrated that the web is the new video delivery medium. 'The Next Internet Millionaire' combines the best of reality television with a new technology slant that will appeal to millions of viewers eager to embrace Internet-oriented entertainment. While focused on the opportunity to earn money online, our intense competition and fast-paced program will appeal to a broad audience seeking to view weekly serial entertainment at their leisure."
An open casting call for "The Next Internet Millionaire" has now started, and prospective contestants may visit www.NextInternetMillionaire.com for further instructions on how to submit their audition video via online video services.
After selecting twelve people from the audition videos, contestants will be brought on location for a two-week intensive experience and competition where they will learn the techniques and strategies of the Internet professionals who regularly earn millions of dollars online every year. "The Next Internet Millionaire" will feature guest teacher appearances by a dozen experts, including best-selling author Mark Joyner, Internet tycoon Armand Morin and copywriting legend Marlon Sanders. Contestants will face new challenges each day that will put their newfound knowledge to the test.
"The Next Internet Millionaire" is a joint venture between InfoMedia, Inc. and Deluge Films of Northern Colorado. InfoMedia, Inc. is a new media company based in Loveland, Colorado. Providing a twelve-year track record of building profitable Internet sites, InfoMedia leads the way in innovative, entertaining and educational uses of the Internet.
