A few weeks ago, we brought to your attention the world's best social media job. The Murphy-Goode Winery is looking for someone to drink wine, update Facebook, write blog posts, and post YouTube videos about living in a beautiful private home within Sonoma County, all while being paid $10k a month. The reaction of the Mashable audience? Where do I sign up?!

The contest for this position has brought about some very interesting applications. Murphy-Goode made a smart decision by making a 60-second online video audition the key component to the application process. It has resulted in some very-well done films and several clips involving vikings, ninjas, and other things that make us shake our heads. So, we thought that we'd pick out some of our favorite applications so far for your enjoyment.

Be sure to tell us who you think should get the job in the comments. And if you've only just become aware of the existence of this amazing social media job and want to apply, you're in luck - you have until June 5th to get your video and paperwork in.

1. Application #425: Adam Dyer









There are three things I love about Adam's video. First, he provides additional suggestions for using social media to promote Murphy Goode. Second, he put his face on a comic book cover. And finally, any video that uses the iconic theme music from Kill Bill gets my vote.

2. Application #470: Jesse Wells









Seriously. Jesse Wells is wearing a Viking helmet. That's bound to be worth brownie points...right?

3. Application #394: Nicky Vallee







Nicky not only has a soothing voice, she can strum a guitar and most of all, she knows how to promote a product. If I were Murphy Goode, I'd give her a thumbs-up if only because she was smart enough to actually be drinking a Murphy Goode wine on camera.

4. Application #471: Rick Bakas







If Murphy Goode isn't looking for weird viking men to be the face of their social media campaign, then how about a man with 223,000 hits on his food blog and 16,000 Twitter followers? Clearly, Rick knows how to utilize social media, and he proves that in a very straightforward and non-condescending way.

It's all about being authentic and interesting

Who's going to be the best candidate for Murphy Good? Well, think about what social media is about: sharing, connecting, and interesting content. So we like people who like to talk to others more than they like to talk about themselves, people with interesting talents or the ability to entertain an audience, and those who understand Web culture and what social media tools are available.

There are still several weeks until all the applications have to be in, so we're looking forward to some very interesting applications. Good luck to all the candidates!

PS. We lied about the mud wrestler. :)