Valerie Kinley is not only a style icon but also an inspiration to the youth and women globally. She is an acclaimed actress, musician, global fashion model and youth icon. She got her start after studying at John Casablanca school for acting, and modeling. Afterwhich she secured her first role in a small comedy film called Phornix in Arizona. Shortly after that she landed with a modeling agency in Paris, France called Enjoy Models and then she decided to take a full leap of faith by moving to Paris, France called Enjoy Models and then she decided to take a full leap of faith by moving to Paris, France to not only Persue her modeling, acting and singing career but also studying for her MBA major in Fashion. She has since landed modeling roles around the world, signed with many other agencies such as Urban Models, and Metropolitan models group and she has participated in many Paris Fashion weeks, walked for shows in Athens, Greece, Ibiza, spain, Cannes film festival, including the red carpet walk,St. tropez fashion show at Nikki Beach, Milan Italy, and more.She has worked for many designers from around the world. Working for designers such as Jean Paul Benielli, Lakemakland, Kisi collection, Iann Dey, MelerineRose, Daise Sharr, Octave999, Catalinbotezatu,PritchLondon,Micmac,GinaFrias,Amoraimani, Mio Paris, Baindoux, Claude Patrick,Temraza,Frida Xhoixhei couture, and many more. She has been feautruedin Vogue,EllEUK,MarieClaire,Madame Figaro, Bazaar,Malvie, Luxe.tv, Fashion.tv, GMARO, Arabia Magazine, and Oniriq France. One of her most Iconic shootings was a fashion editorial with French Photographer Viana,Silva, and a top photo shoot that made it into EllE UK was with Fashion Designer Kisi Collection in 2021, the post pandemic shoot. Since moving to Paris, France Valerie has landed two more movie roles. One smaller film from a Bollywood submitted film that she finished Filming in early 2022, name has yet to be released. The second film is a much larger film production company
through MSR Productions where she got to play a supporting character along side some larger hollywood actors such as Alex Pettyfer, Jackson Rathbone, Wayne Gordon, and many more. This was filmed in the Carribean November, 2022 called “Black Noise” it will soon be released in 2023. Director Phillippe Martinez. As far as her singing career Valerie has recently had 2 music videos that have been produced, written and sang by her and she is in now in focusing on an alum with some new music in the works. She was recently cast as an actress in a music video with Wally B. Seck a celebrity Artist from South Africa.
Tell us part of your success story?
I moved to Paris, France from the USA on my own with 3 suitcases and dream of making it in the fashion, modeling, and acting world. I succesfully Landed my fist fashion show and 2nd movie deal the fist two weeks of arriving in Paris.
Hi Valerie Kinley, could you start by telling us a bit about yourself?
I grew up in the Arizona, I am the youngest of 3 siblings and I studied Healthcare administration in college but worked primarily in real estate technology. I am now working on my Masters in Luxury fashion management here in Paris. In 2019 I studied Modeling, and acting at John Casa Blanca. I also sing and write my own music and I am currently working on some new music right
now.
Tell us about your family and how proud they are of you?
My Dad raised me and he passed away when I was 25 years old. My Brother passed away just a few years after that. It’s just my sister and I and we are very close. She supports everything I do the same way I do for her. We just want eachother to be happy.
How would you describe your personality as an actress?
I’m silly, and whitty. I’m never too serious which is one thing I need to work on is being more serious when it comes to some acting scenes because my sense of humor can get in the way sometimes.
What is your favorite role that you have played as an actress?
The role in Black Noise. It comes out this year. I was the main characters dead wife whos ghost would come back to speak to him. It was a fun movie to be apart of because it was filmed in the caribbean.
What would you say is your most important role as an actress?
To always be ready for anything. I need to be ready to cry, or ready to fight. No matter what my mood is on the inside I need to be able to switch.
What makes you stand out from other actresses?
I have glow, and certain charisma that you don’t find easily in others. So I’ve been told many times.
How often do you see yourself as a character when you’re not on set?
Not often at all.
Are there any particular genres or roles that you feel particularly passionate about?
I love action and comedy roles.
Have you ever been in a play where the director asked you to change your interpretation of a role?
No.
When preparing for a role, what techniques do you use to get into character?
I remember amoment in my life when I was in a situation where my life was most like this role I am playing and I stay in that state of mind.
What inspires you most in your work?
Being creative.
What motivates you in your achievements?
Accomplishing success.
What are your career aspirations within the company?
To always be learning and make it big.
What methods do you use to promote your business?
Social media, Networking events
When did your business begin?
2019 What are the objectives of your business? Build a brand around myself
How would you feel about taking on a role with more responsibilities?
I am always open to more responsibility if it means growing.
How would you describe your experience working ?
I’ve always been on top of my game.
Number one at what I do.
What’s your biggest challenge at work right now?
Ecuring more work opportunities that fit me.
What positive changes would you like to see in your work?
More opportunities.
Which fashion brand have you collaborated with?
So many.. Pritch London, Lakemakeld,Claudepatcrickparis, Temraza, and many more.
When is the best time to share fashion advice with readers?
Anytime is the best time.
How would you describe your motivation levels?
Extremely Motivated.
What talent are you most proud of?
My song writing skills
A few words about our magazine?
Thank you for providing exposure for those who have followed their dreams. It’s never easy and it’s helpful for others to hear about it so they can take the leap of faith on their own to follow their dreams.
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