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Ever wonder what an actor, showrunner, puppeteer, social media wiz, executive producer all have in common? In the case of Courtney Mentzel they are all one person. In this interview Courtney lays out how her passion for acting at an early age has taken her on a journey with stops at each of those positions. At the moment her laser focus is on her passion project, Jammingers: An Overture of Gold and Silver in which she acts, is the producer/executive producer and showrunner
Her dedication to her craft and her ability to step up face any challenge head on with a “I’m sure I can figure it out” attitude will be an inspiration to all.
For more information on Courtney check out her personal page below!
https://www.bcmfashowcase.com/2021/courtney-mentzel.html
Key Takeaways:
- Courtney Menzel’s path into entertainment started early (church plays, school theater) and continued through formal training with a BFA and an MFA in acting, driven by a long-term goal of working in New York City.
- Storytelling is central to her motivation—she’s been fascinated by it since childhood and views it as a core reason she pursues acting and creating projects.
- She frames rejection as part of the job, not a reflection of personal worth or talent, and encourages redefining “success” so it isn’t only tied to booking roles.
- Courtney emphasizes focusing on process and growth: finding joy in auditioning, sharpening craft, and practicing self-awareness about which thoughts help vs. undermine you.
- Financial stability matters: she balances creative work with a flexible job (executive virtual assistant) to support herself while continuing to pursue acting.
- Personal well-being comes first—taking care of yourself as a human is necessary because burnout and neglect can harm your creative output.
- Networking is about genuine relationships rather than collecting contacts; showing up to events, staying connected to school/work circles, and having real conversations can lead to unexpected opportunities.
- Her current project, “Jammers: An Overture of Gold and Silver,” grew from questions about her own character into a full episodic series, with a pilot funded through personal resources plus outside financiers, aiming to finish the remaining episodes by early 2024.
