Ep. 207: Signs You’re Mishandling Last-Minute Acting Auditions & How To Turn It Around

Ep. 207: Signs You’re Mishandling Last-Minute Acting Auditions & How To Turn It Around

4:51 Oct 30, 2025
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What Should You Do When You Can’t Make a Last-Minute Audition?Ever gotten an audition request with barely any time to prepare - and had no idea how to handle it?In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, Martin Bentsen shares what to say to your agent when you can’t meet a quick-turnaround deadline, how to protect your reputation, and what to do if you slip up and miss one completely.You’ll learn:The exact words to use when you need to say “no” without sounding flakyHow to bounce back if you accidentally ghost a deadlineA simple system to make sure you never miss one againHit play now to stay on your agent’s good side - even when life gets in the way.Email: 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.
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