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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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The Uneven Toll of California’s Groundwater Law in the Valley

Water is pumped to fill the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Bulky “nanobubbler” machines were carted off ahead of a promotional event for President Trump’s Ultimate Fighting Championship birthday party. (Alex Kent/The New York Times)

1 day ago

What to Know About Trump’s Claims of Vandalism at the Reflecting Pool

Friends gather to watch a TikTok video in Melbourne, Australia, Nov. 13, 2025. The Australian government said on Saturday that it would take steps to strengthen its law banning anyone under 16 from major social media platforms, in an acknowledgment of the limited efficacy of the world’s first attempt to prohibit children’s use of the services. (Matthew Abbott /The New York Times)

1 day ago

Australia Says It Will Toughen Its Social Media Ban for Children

Fans join the Cape Verde in celebrations after their 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia saw them advance to the World Cup knockout stage, in Houston on Friday June 26, 2026. Competing in the World Cup for the first time, Cape Verde’s cup exploits have won global attention and affection, delighting and surprising members of the country’s diaspora. (Desiree Rios/The New York Times)

1 day ago

Iran-Egypt ‘pride Match’ Stirs Conversation About Persecution

A resident enters a partially-collapsed residential building that was damaged in an earthquake on Wednesday in La Guaira, Venezuela, on Thursday, June 26, 2026. After years of head-spinning crises, Venezuela finally appeared to be on the cusp of an economic rebirth. Then, the twin earthquakes this week upended everything. (Adriana Loureiro Fernandez/The New York Times)

1 day ago

Venezuela Was on the Cusp of Rebirth. Then Disaster Struck, Again.

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado speaks during a press conference in Washington, D.C., U.S., January 16, 2026. Reuters/Tyrone Siu

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Senior US Officials Frustrated by Machado Bid to Return to Venezuela After Quakes, White House Official Says