About

Kirsty O'Donnell is an award-winning filmmaker from Glasgow, Scotland, specializing in both fiction and non-fiction storytelling. She wrote, produced, and directed the short films Millie Moon (2021) and Little Bird (2024) and produced the feature documentary The Tennessee 11 (2024), which premiered at the Nashville Film Festival.

Beyond film, Kirsty has made a significant impact in digital storytelling, producing social video series that have garnered over 70 million views and 5 million engagements. Her work has earned multiple Shorty Awards and a Webby nomination, reinforcing her ability to craft compelling narratives across platforms. With a keen eye for innovation and storytelling, she continues to push creative boundaries in the film industry.

Though she’s embraced life in America, she still refuses to call her jumper a sweater or her trousers pants. You can take the Scot out of Scotland, but you can’t take Scotland out of the girl!