Valerie Hinkle was born in Titusville, Florida, to a pair of eco-conscious scientists who, combined with the natural beaches she grew up on, have helped charge her passion and penchant for spreading environmental awareness. She graduated from the Florida State University School of Theater and was selected to study at the FSU London conservatory, an invaluable experience towards her illustrious career in the arts. Some of her notable credits include episodes of Victorious and Drop Dead Diva, as well as a series regular role in the award-winning Web Series, Teechers. This Fall you can catch her starring in the Feature Film "Of Fortune and Gold".

However, Valerie's talents don't just exist in front of the camera. In 2011, she formed the production company that would one day be known as Prominence Films. In its five years of operation producing many commercials, short films, and music videos, Valerie was able to ascertain the appropriate skills necessary to produce Prominence Films' first feature, Of Fortune and Gold. Valerie always brings a positive attitude, a love of animals, and an air of professionalism to all areas of her life.