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The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRA

Podcast The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRA
Martin Bentsen
Struggling to book your first speaking role in a network-level production? If so, this podcast is for you. You'll learn how to find and sign with great agents,...

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  • Ep. 133: Habits That Will Help You Book Major Acting Roles and Land Great Agents
    What habits set successful actors apart?In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, We explore the hidden habits that help actors grow their careers and increase their chances of signing with great agents. If you're an aspiring screen actor, you’ll discover what separates successful actors from the rest—and how you can adopt these same strategies to stand out.Learn how to:Treat your acting career like a business, from professional branding to networking and audition tracking.Master your type and brand to align perfectly with the roles you want to book.Stay ahead by continually improving your craft, building meaningful connections, and responding to opportunities with professionalism and speed.If you're ready to take control of your acting journey, this episode is packed with strong tips to help you build momentum and confidence.Tune in now to unlock the habits that could transform your career.Contact Information:Email: [email protected]: martinbentsen.comAdditional Resources:HeadshotsShoot Footage for Your ReelEdit Footage Into a ReelThis show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.
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  • Ep. 132: Forget Complicated Acting Self-Tapes - Why Keeping It Simple Wins Every Time!
    Are Your Self-Tapes Costing You Roles?Discover the most common mistakes actors make when self-taping and learn how to avoid them to stand out to casting directors.In today’s episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, host Martin Bentsen unpacks the major DON’TS of self-tapes, from lighting and sound issues to performance mistakes that could ruin your chances of landing a role.You’ll learn:How to create a clean, professional setup that makes casting directors focus on you, not your background.The secret to delivering a strong performance that grabs attention from the start.Why attention to detail - like fixing wrinkled backdrops - can make or break your submission.Ready to elevate your self-tapes and book more roles? Tune in now!Contact Info:Email: [email protected]: https://www.martinbentsen.comAdditional Resources:Headshots: https://www.cityheadshots.comShoot Footage for Your Reel: https://www.actorscreenershoot.comEdit Footage Into a Reel: https://www.demoreelsnyc.comThis show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.
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  • Ep. 131: 5 Mistakes Actors Make When Choosing Audition Outfits & How to Avoid Them for More Acting Success
    What Should You Wear to Auditions and Self-Tapes to Stand Out?Are you sabotaging your audition without even realizing it? The clothes you wear could make or break your first impression with casting directors!In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, Martin Bentsen reveals how to dress in a way that suggests your character without stealing the focus from your performance. You'll learn why subtlety is key, what colors and styles pop best on camera, and how to stay comfortable while looking professional.What you'll discover today:Why “dressing to suggest” your character outshines full costumes - and when exceptions might work.The best colors, patterns, and accessories for on-camera auditions to ensure the spotlight stays on you.How to keep your look neat, natural, and perfectly aligned with the character you're auditioning for.Ready to elevate your auditions with simple yet effective wardrobe tweaks? Tune in now!Contact Information:Email: [email protected]: martinbentsen.comAdditional Resources:HeadshotsShoot Footage for Your ReelEdit Footage Into a ReelThis show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.
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  • Ep. 130: Stop Using Weak Clips in Your Acting Profiles - Here’s How to Choose the Best Ones for More SAG-AFTRA Auditions
    Did you know the acting clips you upload to platforms like Actor's Access can make or break your chance at getting auditions? After reviewing your headshot and resume, casting directors and agents dive straight into your clips—and not all clips are created equal!In today’s episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, we’re uncovering the secrets to picking the best clips for your profiles:A simple ranking system to evaluate your clips, from self-tapes to scenes with stars.Why having too many clips can hurt your chances—and the magic number you should aim for.Tips to polish your existing clips and show casting directors you’re ready for the camera.By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly which clips showcase your best work and how to create a profile that leaves agents and casting directors wanting more.Tune in now and level up your acting game!Contact Information:Email: [email protected]: https://www.martinbentsen.comAdditional Resources:HeadshotsShoot Footage for Your ReelEdit Footage Into a ReelThis show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.
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  • Ep. 129: How Mastering the First 5 Seconds of Your Self-Tape Can Transform Your Acting Audition Success
    What makes casting directors turn off your self-tape after just a few seconds?In a world where casting directors watch hundreds of tapes, standing out starts in the very first moments of your audition.If your self-tape doesn’t grab attention immediately, it won’t matter how great the rest is—they won’t stick around to watch it.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why the first few seconds of your self-tape are the most important and how to make them strong.A simple "pride words" trick to calm your nerves and get grounded before recording.How to ensure your slate, lighting, framing, and choices create a professional impression.Start listening now to learn how to make your self-tape stand out and impress casting directors from the very first second!Contact Info and ResourcesMartin's Email: [email protected]'s Website: https://www.martinbentsen.comHeadshots: https://www.cityheadshots.comShoot Footage for Your Reel: https://www.actorscreenershoot.comEdit Footage Into a Reel: https://www.demoreelsnyc.com This podcast dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.
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About The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRA

Struggling to book your first speaking role in a network-level production? If so, this podcast is for you. You'll learn how to find and sign with great agents, how to start getting access to high-quality auditions, and how to book major union speaking roles. Each episode addresses specific challenges faced by aspiring screen actors, including: - What casting directors are really looking for in screen actors. - How to find and impress legit, high-level agents. - How to build strong industry connections (even if you don't know anyone yet). New episodes are released Mondays and Thursdays, each filled with tactical advice to help you work through different challenges. Host Martin Bentsen has helped over 6000 actors since 2009, and has been featured in Backstage, Casting Networks, NYU Tisch, and more Ready to dive in? Start by listening to fan-favorite Episode #14: "Where to Find Legit Auditions (Without an Agent)."
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