Kirk Findlay
Portland Filmmaker Kirk Findlay, who grew up in Vancouver, is a Director/Writer/Producer of independent documentary films.
Former TV news host & sports anchor. Broadcasting/Film graduate of Washington State University (Pullman). Findlay's first documentary, "Jack Matlack," was honored by AFI (short). His sports documentaries on baseball and hockey are both recognized by the MLB Hall of Fame and NHL HOF.
His portfolio includes several shorts on travel and destinations on-location, all original content with historical film archives for depth.
His current film project, "Pioneers of the Pacific," is based on baseball life in the West. Pre-production on docs "My Day with Anna Nicole," and "Hazel Dell 8."
Kirk's interests include taking long road trips, scouting out filming locations, silent movies, listening to music and watching horse-racing in Del Mar.
Fun fact about Kirk: he speaks in movie lines, it's a whole language into itself!
Lucy Carrier
Lucy Ramsdell, originally from Southern California, has led a diverse and impactful life journey. Growing up, she developed a deep passion for sports, particularly through her love for the "Dream Team" of the Dodgers. Her athletic talents also shone through her track and field achievements at the collegiate level. As she delved into her artistic pursuits of photography and sketching, she honed her unique style and creativity.
Known as the 'fastest fingers' in the West during her time as a grocery checker, Lucy's efficiency and dedication led her to take on the significant roles of shop steward and later, a union representative with Local 555 in Portland. Her exceptional organizational skills and ability to resolve grievances effectively showcased her as a shining leader within the union.
Lucy's exceptional listening skills and forward-thinking vision proved invaluable in problem-solving and leadership. For 28 fruitful years in the Pacific Northwest, she raised her sons and deeply appreciated the region's natural beauty and opportunities.
Following her early retirement, Lucy delved into authorship with her first book, "Ball n’ Chains," which explores themes of prison reform and baseball at Walla Walla State Prison. Through meticulous research spanning several decades and substantial archival work, she is bringing to light compelling narratives and images from the past.
Lucy's creative talents also extended to her role as Executive Producer for "Pioneers of the Pacific," a new documentary nearing completion from Findlay Films. Her background in artistic endeavors has led to a two hour 'rough cut' with three trailers and an award winning poster design!
Currently based in Palm Springs, Lucy is the proud mother of two grown sons, both actively contributing to their community in Vancouver, Washington. Her journey continues to inspire through her multifaceted contributions to art, advocacy, and storytelling.
