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

Ep. 140: 4 Ways Actors Can Highlight Their Producing Work To Land More Acting Roles


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Are you making the most of your self-produced work on your acting resume?

Casting directors care about more than just your acting credits - they also notice your producing and directing experience. Why? Because it shows your dedication, knowledge of the industry, and ability to contribute beyond just performing.

In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, host Martin Bentsen shares how to properly showcase your producing credits to make your resume stand out. Whether you’ve produced a short film, web series, or theater production, knowing how to list these experiences can give you an edge in auditions.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • The best way to add producing credits to Actors Access, Casting Networks, and IMDb.
  • How to incorporate your producing work into your bio and submission notes.
  • Creative ways to highlight your directing and producing experience to impress casting directors.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to position yourself as a multi-talented industry professional. Tune in now and start making your resume work for you!

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  • Website: martinbentsen.com
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