Hosted by Pabi Moloi, the auditions allow everyday South Africans the opportunity to make their dreams of being a TV presenter come true in an exciting reality TV format that tests their ability to showcase their best presenting skills while being put to the test in a variety of challenges.

Guest judges in Johannesburg included previous winner Jonathan Boynton-Lee, Lerato Kganyago, Bonnie Mbuli, Leigh-Anne Williams, Nick Hamman, Lorna Maseko, Jade Hubner and Ewan Strydom. Johannesburg boasted the largest number of contestants as people came out in full force over the three-day auditions.

With the Johannesburg auditions done and dusted, the race for this once-in-a-lifetime prize continues with call backs and challenges that will help judges Patience Stevens, Sbusiso Kumalo, Jeannie D and DJ Fresh develop the contestants, which viewers will be able to watch on the show’s upcoming season.

Sponsored by McCafé, Capitec and Old Khaki, Presenter Search on 3 searches for three fresh, new faces to join the SABC 3’s Top Billing, Expresso and Afternoon Express in a reality format.

The new season of Presenter Search on 3 premieres on Thursday, 10 May.

For more information, visit www.presentersearchon3.com. You can also follow Presenter Search On 3 on Facebook or on Twitter.