Hi I'm Reno Valentino,

I've spent my life creating stories.

Whether through film, writing, or visual media, I'm driven by the belief that great storytelling can take us to a place that even our own internal depths could not create, indulging us in feelings that we haven't even comprehended yet.

The movies I grew up watching didn't just entertain me, they inspired me. They sparked a curiosity about people, ideas, and the countless ways a story can make us laugh, cry, think, or see the world differently. That curiosity eventually led me to study Directing and Writing for Film at the New York Film Academy and Drake University, where I began turning a lifelong passion into a career.

Since then, I've worked across directing, screenwriting, editing, videography, and multimedia production, always with the same goal: to create work that evoke emotional depth and captivate my viewer. I believe great storytelling comes from equal parts craft, collaboration, and curiosity, and I'm constantly looking for opportunities to grow as a filmmaker and creative professional.

Whether I'm developing a script, working behind the camera, or shaping a project in the editing room, I approach every story with enthusiasm and a desire to make something meaningful.

This website is a collection of the projects, experiences, and lessons that have shaped my journey so far. Thanks for being a part of it.