Biographie
Mary-Kate FitzPatrick was born in Walnut Creek, California, to Linda Walker (FitzPatrick), business owner, and Jerry FitzPatrick Jr., the owner of FitzPatrick Chevrolet. She is from Colombian, Irish, Scottish, and Portuguese decent. The family lived in Danville, California for 20 years before relocating to Palm Desert, CA. When FitzPatrick was 18, she moved to Los Angeles.
After graduating from Carondelet High School in Concord, FitzPatrick attended Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Film, Media, and Social Justice in 2013. After graduation, she continued practicing the craft of storytelling in her role as Department Specialist for the Masters Film & Television program at Hollywood Center Studios.
She commenced her journey at StudioTEN in 2017, stepping into the role of Post-Production Producer for MotorTrend Original Programming. Over the years, her dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence propelled her ascent within the company. In the wake of the Warner Brothers Discovery merger, Mary-Kate's contributions did not go unnoticed, leading to a promotion to the position of Senior Post-Production Producer.
For 7 years, Mary-Kate played a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of MotorTrend Studio's success in automotive content. Her responsibilities extended to overseeing the post-production processes for a remarkable portfolio of 17 network automotive shows. In a media landscape that spans both broadcast and digital streaming platforms, she navigated the intricacies of content creation with finesse and innovation.
Mary-Kate also worked at Designory, an ad-agency based in Long Beach, California, as a Post-Production Producer for several years. She produced TVC, OLV, GSTV, and more for clients like Nissan, Exxon Mobil, Bacardi, and Amazon. Additionally, she has experience as a Field Producer for unscripted television and documentary projects, further broadening her skill set and understanding of diverse media formats.
Her journey reflects a multi-faceted producer with a commitment to both artistic excellence and personal empowerment. As a member of the Producers Guild of America, Mary-Kate's role as Senior Post-Production Producer reflects not only her technical prowess but also her leadership and strategic vision. While she thrives in the fast-paced whirlwind of life, her ultimate joy lies in the simple pleasure of spending time with her canine companions, Bagel and Cheddar.
