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The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRAAuthor: 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, 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)." Language: en Genres: Arts, Education, How To, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 249: What is a Chemistry Read + How to Use it Get More Acting Work
Episode 249
Thursday, 26 March, 2026
Ever wonder why you can act great but still not book the role at a chemistry read?Chemistry reads can feel confusing. You already did well once. Now you have to show how you connect with someone else on screen.Many actors struggle here because they focus too much on themselves instead of the relationship.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why doing everything “right” can still not get you castWhat casting is really watching when two actors read togetherHow small shifts in listening and energy can change everythingPress play now to learn how to stand out in chemistry reads and boost your chances of booking the role.Contact InformationEmail: martin@cityheadshots.comWebsite: 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.
