Ep. 209: How To Start Getting PAID for Acting

Are you stuck doing free acting gigs and wondering when the paychecks will finally come?

If you've been working hard on student films, building your reel, and gaining experience - but still aren't getting paid for your work - this episode is for you.

Discover why continuing to say “yes” to unpaid roles may be quietly holding your career back and how to finally shift into consistent, paid acting work.

Here’s what you’ll get from today’s episode:

• The sneaky signal free projects send to casting directors (and how to stop it) • A simple mindset shift that helps producers take you seriously - and expect to pay you • The tools that instantly raise your perceived value, even without a big résumé

Start treating yourself like a pro, and the industry will too - hit play to learn how to make that happen.

Contact Information:

Email: martin@cityheadshots.com

Website: https://www.martinbentsen.com

Additional Resources:

• Headshots: https://www.cityheadshots.com • Shoot Footage for Your Reel: https://www.actorscreenershoot.com • Edit Footage Into a Reel: https://www.demoreelsnyc.com

This 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.