His first job was as a bus conductor, before he became a roadie, stage designer, show producer and filmmaker.

Those chosen to move on to the next audition are given a pink slip, which gets them a one-on-one audition with a show producer.

Lax continues to work as a show producer and behind-the-scenes magic consultant.

A reality show producer has made a deal with a social blogging video site to document their journey.

But show producers have allegedly put a 'fun ban' in place and won't let the singers use the pool due to health and safety issues.