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Dustin Whitehead is an Assistant Professor of Film and Media Performance at the University of South Carolina's McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. He holds an MFA in Acting from DePaul University and a BFA in Performance from Jacksonville University, with additional filmmaking studies at NYU Tisch Asia in Singapore.
His professional work spans acting in national TV shows (Chicago PD, Chicago Fire) and films, alongside theatre credits at prestigious institutions like Steppenwolf and Goodman Theatre in Chicago. As a filmmaker, he directs and produces independent films such as Hero (streaming on Amazon) and Somewhere in the Midwest, which screened at multiple festivals including the Charleston International Film Festival.
Whitehead's teaching focuses on acting techniques for film and stage, blending his dual expertise in performance and production. He maintains an active creative practice, balancing academic responsibilities with ongoing work in narrative films, documentaries, and music videos through his production projects. His academic affiliation emphasizes the intersection of traditional theatre training with modern media performance.
Education history includes:
- BFA in Performance, Jacksonville University
- MFA in Acting, DePaul University
- Film Studies, NYU Tisch Asia (Singapore)
His creative portfolio includes over 20 film and stage projects since 2016, demonstrating versatility across genres and mediums. Current work focuses on developing independent narratives while mentoring students in performance and production techniques.
