NELSON BENITEZ - NON-UNION

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Represented by:

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Film

Under the Trees

Lead

Dir. K’leyon Hampton

Dream Journal

Lead

Dir. Celia Huber

Short-n-Sharp

Supporting

Dir. Aida Penaru

Wis-dumb on The Internet

Supporting

Dir. Connor Baldwin

Theatre

Sanctuary City

Lead

Dir. Nadja Simmonds

Training

Marquette University

Acting for Camera

Jamie Cheatham

Marquette University

Acting for Non-Majors

Jamie Cheatham

Marquette University

Voice and Movement

Jamie Cheatham

Coaching

Performance Basics

Nadja Simmonds

Chicago-based actor originally from El Salvador, Nelson Benitez is a 2026 graduate of Marquette University with a degree in Digital Media and a minor in Advertising. He has performed in multiple student film capstones and appeared in the stage production Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok. Known for his grounded presence and emotional depth, he brings a collaborative and professional approach to every project.

Physical Characteristics / Measurements

Height: 6'

Weight: 200 lbs

Baseball, Boating - engine, Body Building, Fishing, Frisbee, Golf, Jump Rope, Kickboxing, Lacrosse, Roller Skating, Running - Sprint, Tennis, Track & Field, Weight Lifting, Dance Ballroom, Improvisation, Modeling, Stunts, Voiceover, Whistler, British - Cockney Accent, Fluent Spanish - Mexico City