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Welcom to the Contestant Sign-Up Page for MY FANTASY RACER. Please submit your Contestant Registration before completing and submitting the following Application. By completing and submitting the following application, you will be scheduled for an interview rather than wait in long lines. You will be notified of the date and time of your interview. If you have not yet Registered, please visit the Web Site at www.MyFantasyRacer.com.
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MY FANTASY RACER
A Reality TV Game Show
The Fastest Reality TV Game Show on Earth
CONTESTANT INTERVIEW APPLICATION
MY FANTASY RACER
Created By:
Terry D. Hilmer
In Association With
HILMER-FISHER Films du Petroglyph
The Terry D. Hilmer Group, Ltd.
2942 North 24th Street
Suite 114-371
Phoenix, Arizona 85016
MY FANTASY RACER
A Reality TV Game Show
Turning Dreams into Reality
FROM THE OFFICE OF:
Terry D. Hilmer
Creator and Executive Producer
The Terry D. Hilmer Group, Ltd. HILMER-FISHER Films du Petroglyph
Some time ago, you honored us with a submission of an initial application for our consideration of you as a contestant on our Reality TV Game Show, “MY FANTASY RACER”. I apologize if it has taken us a little extra time to respond back to you. I assure you that you have not been forgotten and we continue to hold room for you in this process. I’m sure you can appreciate the many levels of coordination that go into the launch of a show such as ours. Lawyers meeting with lawyers, raising money, hiring staff, coordinating locations and so on. It isn’t quite as easy as pointing a camera and following the contestants to the conclusion, rather every shot and every contingency has to been planned, plotted and detailed. To accomplish this feat, what started out as me with a pretty good idea several months ago has blossomed into a great concept supported by a staff and crew of more than thirty people feverously working behind the scenes to ensure that this Reality TV Game Show will be the one long remembered and talked about.
If you have been to the Web Site, www.MyFantasyRacer.com since you first submitted your initial application, no doubt you have seen many changes take place. In fact, the entire site was changed a few weeks ago bringing not only a more professional look to it, but signifying that we are nearing our own checkered flag ready to roll film. The pilot will be filmed in September and as soon as that film is in the can, our Nationwide “Casting Call” tour will begin. At present, we are slated to visit Atlanta, Georgia; Austin, Texas; Los Angeles, California; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Phoenix, Arizona; and New York, New York. Hopefully one of these locations will be convenient for you. We are considering additional locations in Florida and the Pacific Northwest, but they have not been scheduled to date. Specific dates and locations will be announced well in advance.
Something more that has been happening behind the scenes is for a very special extended version of the show during our 13th week Season Finale. All of our previous 12 weekly winners will be brought back for this very special episode to determine the Season Grand Champion. I have entered into negotiations with another facility here in the Phoenix, Arizona area to be included in that special show. It is looking very favorable with only a few details left to work out before I officially announce all the details. What I can tell you now is that this special will include the NASCAR style racing in Memphis and then in Phoenix, you will be treated to additional training and a Road Race in high performance Corvette’s as well as an additional open air race in real Indy cars. That’s three different styles of racing in a single episode to determine our Grand Champion. If that doesn’t excite you, stand-up, you’ve gone numb.
So, what’s the next phase of this process for you? That’s easy; accompanying this update is another, more detailed application that we must ask you to complete. What, you didn’t really think giving me your name, address and telephone number was all there was to it did you? This application gives us a closer look at who you are, how you think and let’s your unique personality shine through. It helps us prepare for meeting you in person at the personal interview. We know you will try to second guess what we are looking for, but that really can’t be done because in reality TV, there are so many types of personalities that we need that the best way to complete this part of the process is to just be truthful and creative. Let “You “shine through because it is you who we are looking for. Here’s what to do:
Please note, “MY FANTASY RACER” is an independently owned and operated business enterprise and is not a NASCAR sanctioned event or otherwise related to NASCAR in any way. Our only affiliation with NASCAR is in the cars we use. They are actual NASCAR Nationwide Cup Series cars that have been purchased for use on our show and/or use by the Race-On Racecar Driving Experience. Although the training could apply toward certification, there is no guaranty, express or implied, that participation on this show will lead to any placement on any NASCAR sanctioned or related team or event.
COMPLETING THE APPLICATION:
1. You can either copy and paste the application into an email providing your answers, or print the application, complete it and mail it
to us.
If you email it, return it to: MyFantasyRacer@aol.com
If you mail it, send it to:
Terry D. Hilmer
MY FANTASY RACER
2942 N. 24th Street
Suite 114-371
Phoenix, AZ 85016
2. If you have one available, please send us a recent picture. Don’t worry, you r photo will NOT be used in any way, but will simply be
attached to your file for the interview. If you don’t have one, don’t worry, we’ll get one during the interview.
3. Please complete the entire application as every question is necessary. It helps us make determinations about placement and other
aspects of the show. WE ARE NOT LOOKING FOR PRETTY PEOPLE ONLY, so everyone has the same chance on an even playing
field.
4. We are not looking at spelling, penmanship or those types of things as this is a show about racing, but it does help if we can at least
read your responses.
5. Use every opportunity to catch our attention by showing us who you are. Be witty if you are a witty person, be serious if that is
your nature and above all, be honest in your responses. Remember, we need 192 people so there is room for all sorts of
personalities. We Want You, Just As You Are!
6. There are no right or wrong answers on this application and the good news is that everyone who receives this application is being
considered and will be invited to the interview nearest you.
7. The information you provide to us in this application is deemed confidential and will not be used in any way, fashion or form until
after you have completed the interview and have been selected as a contestant with all proper release forms signed and executed.
Even then, we will not release any information that is considered personal, embarrassing or otherwise inappropriate for our forum.
8. Upon arrival at the interview, all contestants will be required to sign a photo release as we will be filming contestants before, after
and during the interview.
As for the interview; this promises to be a very exciting event and we are currently negotiating to have live music and planning to make this unlike any other event you’ve been to or seen on television. We are keeping with our motto: “MY FANTASY RACER” turning dreams into Reality as the newest, coolest and fastest Reality TV Game Show on Earth.
It’s not too late, tell you friends to jump on line and sign-up too. Remember, we are looking for men and women between the ages of 18 and 82 who love auto racing and want to try their hand at reaching speeds they have only been able to dream about before…at least legally. All Contestants must be of “amateur driving status” in the racing arena, this does not exclude those who drive truck, limousines or others considered to possess a more professional driving status, but does exclude those who have experience in Motorsports style racing. Come on, give the others a chance!
We look forward to meeting you in person and will send you notice of the interview location schedule as soon as we confirm. We hope you are getting excited … we are! Rush your applications back to us as soon as you can.
Respectfully Yours,
Terry D. Hilmer
Terry D. Hilmer
Creator and Executive Producer
MY FANTASY RACER
MY FANTASY RACER
A Reality TV Game Show
Turning Dreams into Reality
Thank you for responding with your initial application on our Web site. The process of selection has begun. The next step for you is to complete the following application as thoroughly as possible and get it back to us. Once we receive it, it will be merged with your initial response and your file prepared. To help you understand this entire process, this is how it works. (1) initial application on the Web Site; (2) the personality profile application; (3) release forms and authorization; (4) personal interview and photo session; if selected, (5) documents/contracting; (6) scheduling your segment; and (7) the training and racing competition at the Memphis Motorsports Park Racing Facility.
(PLEASE BRING YOUR CURRENT DRIVER’S LICENSE TO THE INTERVIEW)
NAME: ______________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________
CITY: ________________________ COUNTRY: ______ STATE: ____ POSTAL CODE: _________
TELEPHONE NUMBER: __________________________ OTHER: ___________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________
GENDER: _________ DATE OF BIRTH: ____________________________________ AGE: _______
COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP: _________________________________________________________
(if you are from outside of the United States, you will be required to show a Visa and/or Passport)
MARITAL STATUS: __________________ DO YOU HAVE CHILDREN: _____________________
HAVE YOU BEEN A PARTICIPANT/CONTESTANT ON ANY TELEVISION SHOW, GAME SHOW OR REALITY TELEVISION SHOW? ______________ IF YES, PLEASE GIVE DETAILS:
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RACING RELATED EXPERIENCE (if any): ______________________________________________
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WHAT ARE YOUR MOST DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTIC TRAITS? ______________________
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WHAT IS YOUR LEAST DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTIC TRAIT? ________________________
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DESCRIBE YOUR OVERALL PERSONALITY: __________________________________________
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IN CONSIDERING ALL CANDIDATES, WHY SHOULD WE SELECT YOU? ________________
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WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE A CONTESTANT ON THIS SHOW? _________________________
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WHAT TYPE OF WORK (JOB) DO YOU DO: ____________________________________________
WHAT IS THE FASTEST SPEED YOU’VE EVER TRAVELLED IN A CAR/TRUCK? _________
WHERE DID YOU REACH THIS SPEED? _______________________________________________
HOW MANY TRAFFIC CITATIONS HAVE YOU RECEIVED? _____________________________
HOW MANY MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS HAVE YOU BEEN INVOLVED IN? __________
PLEASE GIVE DETAILS: _____________________________________________________________
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MEDICAL CONDITIONS YOU ARE BEING TREATED FOR: ______________________________
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MEDICINES THAT YOU TAKE (PRESCRIBED/OVER THE COUNTER) : __________________
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All Prescription Meds will have to be disclosed at interview, in a prescription bottle with your name.
HAVE YOU TAKEN ILLEGAL DRUGS/NARCOTICS WITHIN THE LAST THREE YEARS?
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IF YES, WHEN DID YOU LAST TAKE ILLEGAL DRUGS/NARCOTICS? ___________________
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DESCRIBE YOUR GENERAL HEALTH: ________________________________________________
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WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK? ___________________________________________________
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE? __________________________________________________
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE ACTOR? ___________________________________________________
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE ACTRESS? _________________________________________________
WHAT TYPE OF MUSIC DO YOU PREFER? ____________________________________________
WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE BAND? _____________________________________________________
(Please relate this section to current/past famous people)
I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT I LOOK MOST LIKE: _______________________________________
I THINK I LOOK MOST LIKE: ________________________________________________________
WHEN IT COMES TO MY PERSONALITY, I MOST IDENTIFY WITH (and reasons why):
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I CONSIDER MYSELF TO BE A RISK TAKER?
YES ___NO ___EXTREME ___AFTER CAREFUL CONSIDERATION ___OCCASIONALLY____
I CONSIDER MYSELF TO BE A THRILL SEEKER? YES___NO___
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IN MY LIFE, I PLAY BY THE RULES: Always ___Most of the time ___Some of the time ____
I try ___Usually ___Yes, but I like to push it to the edge ___Hardly Ever ___Never ___I make my own
Rules ___It depends on the situation ___Whatever it takes, I play to WIN ___Rules, what rules? ___
EXPLAIN YOUR ANSWER: ___________________________________________________________
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I TAKE CHANCES (RISKS) THAT ARE: Calculated and Safe __Push the envelope for the thrill___
That are extreme ___ That are mostly safe ___I don’t mind getting a thrill, if it is mostly safe. ____
EXPLAIN YOUR ANSWER: ___________________________________________________________
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MY FAVORITE NASCAR DRIVER IS: __________________________________________________
WHY? _______________________________________________________________________________
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EXPLAIN WHY YOU THINK YOU COULD WIN THIS CONTEST: _________________________
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IF ASKED, WILL YOU SUBMIT TO UNRINE/HAIR DRUG TESTING AT THE EVENT? YES______ NO______
WHICH NASCAR RACE FACILITY IS YOUR FAVORITE, AND WHY? _____________________
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MY FAVORITE TELEVISION PROGRAM IS: ___________________________________________
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT MY FANTASY RACER? __________________________________
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ALTHOUGH WE WILL BE SELECTING APPROXIMATELY 192 PEOPLE FOR THIS COMPETITION, TELL US WHY WE SHOULD PICK YOU ABOVE ALL OTHER CANDIDATES
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WHAT OTHER INFORMATION WOULD YOU LIKE US TO CONSIDER __________________
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IN ADDITION TO THE RACE ITSELF, THERE WILL BE JUDGING IN OTHER ASPECTS OF THIS COMPETITION. FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS, TELL US HOW WELL YOU THINK YOU WILL DO, AND WHY:
PERSONALITY: (decided by the Instructors and staff by sealed vote at the Reception Party)
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CLASSROOM TRAINING AWARD: ____________________________________________________
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TRACKSIDE TRAINING AWARD: _____________________________________________________
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PIT CREW TRAINING AWARD: _______________________________________________________
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DRIVER’S ENDURANCE TEST AWARD: _______________________________________________
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TIME TRIALS AWARD: _______________________________________________________________
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TEAM COMPETITION EVENTS: ______________________________________________________
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EACH OF THE POINTS AWARD CATEGORIES ABOVE WILL BE FACTORED TOGETHER TO DETERMINE TOTAL POINTS AND ASSIGNMENT OF POST POSITIONS FOR THE RACE. THE FOUR PARTICIPANTS WITH THE LOWEST POINT EARNER ON EACH OF FOUR TEAMS WILL BE ELIMINATED. WHERE DO YOU BELIEVE YOU WILL PLACE ON YOUR TEAM AND IN THE OVERALL STARTING LINE UP, AND WHY?
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NO ALCOHOL AND/OR DRUG POLICY:
I UNDERSTAND THAT I WILL BE PROHIBITED FROM CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, FOR SAFETY REASONS, DURING THE ENTIRE FOUR DAY EVENT AND THAT IF WEATHER DELAYS THIS COMPETITION AND EXTENDS THE COMPETITION, I AGREE TO REFRAIN FROM ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES UNTIL THE EVENT IS COMPLETED. (please date and sign as agreeing)
DATE: _________________________ SIGNATURE: _____________________________________
I UNDERSTAND THAT IF I AM SELECTED TO BE A CONTESTANT, THERE WILL BE OTHER AND ADDITIONAL FORMS AND RELEASES THAT I WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN PRIOR TO BEING ACCEPTED AS A CONTENSTANT. THESE MAY INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO MY FANTASY RACER FORMS, MEMPHIS MOTORSPORTS PARK FORMS DRIVE ON RACING SCHOOL FORMS AND INSURANCE FORMS. Initial here: ______________
I WILL ABIDE WITH ALL SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS OF MY FANTASY RACER, THE MEMPHIS MOTORSPORTS PARK AND DRIVE ON RACING SCHOOL. Initial here:_____
WHEN IS COMES TO HOTEL ARRANGMENTS, WE TYPICALLY LIKE TO PAIR DRIVERS
TWO TO A ROOM (male/male and female/female) IS THIS ACCEPTABLE TO YOU? _________
This applies to contestants selected for competition only. For the interview process, we WILL NOT be responsible for obtaining or paying for a room.
(If you require separate accommodations, for any reason, you may be required to pay one half of the standard room rate. Any room upgrade is at your own expense)
WILL YOU BE TRAVELLING ALONE? ________________ IF NO, PLEASE EXPLAIN: _______
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IF A GUEST IS TRAVELLING WITH YOU, YOU MUST MAKE YOUR OWN HOTEL ARRANGMENTS. WE WILL SEND YOU INFORMATION REGARDING RATES AND FACILITIES.WE WILL SECURE DISCOUNTED EVENT TICKETS FOR THEM FOR THIS EVENT, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE. THEY WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TRAINING SESSIONS OR BE ON THE INFIELD DURING ANY RACING EVENT. AS YOUR GUEST. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONDUCT AND ACTIONS OF ALL GUESTS. GUESTS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT OF THEIR MEALS, TRANSPORTATION, HOTEL ROOM(S) AND OTHER INDICENTALS Initial here: ____
I UNDERSTAND THAT FOR ANY VIOLATION OF THE SAFETY RULES/ REGULATION AND OTHER GUIDELINES FOR PARTICIPATION, I CAN BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THIS COMPETITION AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF THE PRODUCERS OF THE SHOW, THE MANAGEMENT OF THE DRIVING SCHOOL AND/OR OPERATORS OF THE MEMPHIS MOTORSPORTS PARK TRACK. Initial here: _________
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IF YOU WERE TO WIN THIS COMPETITION, WILL YOU BE AVAILABLE TO RETURN FOR THE GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP RACE AT THE END OF THE SEASON? _______________
The Season Finale will be a two hour program and will require two weeks of shooting. We will film one portion of the show (1 week) in Memphis before going to Phoenix, AZ for the final shooting.
YOU UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING AND SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION AND UPON SELECTION FOR INTERVIEW, YOU ARE AGREEMING TO RELEASE ALL RIGHTS TO MY FANTASY RACER TO USE YOUR PICTURE AND LIKENESS IN ANY AND ALL ADVERTISING, PROMOTION OR OTHER FORMAT REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU ARE SELECTED AS A CONTESTANT OR NOT. Initial here:___________
DATE: _____________________ SIGNATURE: _____________________________________
I REALLY WANT TO BE A CONTESTANT BECAUSE: ___________________________________
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THIS IS MY SALES PITCH TO YOU AS TO WHY I AM THE BEST CANDIDATE TO BE A CONTESTANT ON THIS SHOW:
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If YOU ASKED THEM, MY FRIENDS WOULD SAY THIS ABOUT ME: ____________________
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