Ep. 152: Is Your Acting Profile Scaring Off Casting Directors & Agents? Fix These Mistakes Fast

What’s the secret to making your casting profile actually book you work?Too many actors throw everything on their profiles and hope for the best - but that’s a quick way to get ignored by casting directors.In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, you’ll learn how to choose the right videos and photos that make casting directors want to call you in.Discover how to build a clean, focused casting profile that boosts your chances of booking roles without overwhelming the people who matter most.You’ll learn:The exact video clips that casting directors want to see (and how long they should be)What every actor should have on their profile to look professional and hirableWhich optional extras can help you stand out - without being a waste of timePlay this episode now to stop second-guessing your casting profile and start booking better auditions!Contact Info:Email: martin@cityheadshots.comWebsite: 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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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)."