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Dean Kirkland,
Executive Producer

Dean Kirkland has been shaping stories in the film and documentary world for over 25 years. His journey through the industry began in the creative hubs of Los Angeles and Orange County, and he's recently made the move to the Central Valley, bringing his wealth of experience and a keen eye for storytelling with him.

Throughout his career, Dean has taken on roles that span the spectrum of production, from directing and editing to writing. This hands-on experience has given him a unique perspective on how to bring a story to life, whether it's for the big screen, a documentary project, or a television production. Dean's work is characterized by a straightforward commitment to telling stories that matter, using his skills to engage and inform audiences.

Now in the Central Valley, Dean is looking to continue his work, focusing on projects that challenge and excite him. His move represents not just a change of scenery but a new chapter in a career that has always been about exploring new possibilities and pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling. Dean Kirkland is a seasoned professional, ready to make his mark in a new setting and bring his distinctive approach to film and documentary production to a wider audience.

Stories by Dean Kirkland

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Alysa Liu of the United States on her way to winning the gold in the free skating program of the women’s single skating event at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. Competition can wreck a figure skater, but Liu and other Olympians shed the pressure and delivered transcendent performances focused on artistry. (Vincent Alban/The New York Times)

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How a Relaxed and Joyous Alysa Liu Won the Gold

U.S. President Donald Trump, flanked by Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick speaks during a press briefing at the White House, following the Supreme Court's ruling that Trump had exceeded his authority when he imposed tariffs, in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 20, 2026. (Reuters/Kevin Lamarque)

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‘Embarrassment to Their Families’: Trump Denounces Supreme Court Justices After Tariffs Ruling

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A snow-covered trail leading to Castle Peak, near Soda Springs, Calif., late Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026. Eight skiers were killed and one other was presumed dead following an avalanche on Tuesday, the deadliest snow disaster in modern California history. Six were found alive. (Max Whittaker/The New York Times)

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Was Anyone at Fault in California’s Avalanche Deaths? An Inquiry Considers Criminal Negligence.

U.S. President Donald Trump turns to look at U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., while making an announcement linking autism to childhood vaccines and to the use of popular pain medication Tylenol for pregnant women and children, claims which are not backed by decades of science, at the White House, in Washington, D.C., U.S., September 22, 2025. (Reuters File)

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MAHA Activists Warn Trump Could Lose Their Support Over Glyphosate Order

Alex Ferreira of the U.S. celebrates winning gold, joined by silver medalist Henry Sildaru of Estonia, left, and bronze medalist Brendan Mackay of Canada, right in the freestyle men’s freeski halfpipe final, during the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics in Livigno, Italy, on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. (Gabriela Bhaskar/The New York Times)

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Ferreira Completes His Halfpipe Set with Gold

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