Undercover Boss

About Undercover Boss

'Undercover Boss' is an American television reality show that began airing in 2010. Produced by Studio Lambert, the series has enjoyed remarkable success and has been celebrated for its unique premise. It revolves around a high-ranking executive or the owner of a corporation going undercover as an entry-level employee in their own company to investigate how it's running from a ground perspective.

Making / Production

The making of the show was fraught with complexity, as the production team had to ensure that the undercover bosses were not recognized by their employees. The bosses were given a cover story and frequently wore disguises to infiltrate their own businesses, posing as a reality show participant. The producers also ensured there was a balance in each episode, depicting both the struggles and the triumphs of employees at various levels.

Actors

• Stephen J. Cloobeck: As the main star in the first episode, he is the Chairman and CEO of Diamond Resorts International. He played his undercover role splendidly, getting first-hand knowledge of his employees' situations.
• David Kim: CEO of Baja Fresh, he went undercover in his own restaurant chain and dramatically illustrated the challenges faced by frontline employees.
• Coby Brooks: As the CEO of Hooters of America, he demonstrated a deep understanding of the hard work and dedication required by his employees to keep the brand up and running.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• There are international versions of Undercover Boss in countries such as the UK, Canada, Australia, to name a few.
• The identities of the undercover bosses were concealed using various entailing wigs, false teeth and beards.

Awards

'Undercover Boss' won an Emmy for Outstanding Reality Program in 2012 and 2013. It has also been nominated for several other awards, which is a testament to its engaging format and high-quality content.

Quotes

• "This isn't about spying; it's about learning." - Various Bosses
• "I'm just a regular guy." - Various Bosses in disguise
• "There's more to business than just making profits." - Various Bosses

Music, Soundtrack

The music and soundtrack for 'Undercover Boss' is composed by David Vanacore. The sound design effectively complements the mood and events of the show, helping it to strike the right emotion with the audiences.