Emmy Award-Winning Producer, Director & Writer
DEMO REEL
A passionate storyteller with more than 20 years experience, Pat Bates is uniquely qualified to write and produce compelling stories in a visually profound way. Her work has been featured on major television networks such as NBC, CNN, Fox, PBS, OWN, Lifetime, The Investigation Discovery Network and others.
Investigation Discovery Network
The idyllic coastal California town of Santa Barbara is shocked when grad
student, Jerrod Davidson, is gunned down on his front porch for no apparent
reason. Local law enforcement launches an investigation to find the shooter.
< WATCH: Nightmare Next Door: "Jerrod Davidson"
Field Producer
Investigation Discovery Network
"Shots Fired" chronicles the FBI's hunt for a gunman who opened fire on day
campers at a Jewish Community Center outside of Los Angeles. Interviews with
a Special Agent, members of LAPD and family members tell the riveting story of
horrific events that happened in a single day.
< WATCH: The Bureau: "Shots Fired"
Episode Producer
The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN)
Reality show star Ruby Gettinger opens up about her struggle with weight loss. In a candid interview, Ruby talks about the impact of a personal loss as well as the loss of her popular television show.
< WATCH: Where Are They Now?: "Ruby Gettinger"
Field Producer
Access LA / KTLA Tribune Broadcasting
Los Angeles filmmakers document the story of a women's civil rights group from
the 60's, who worked clandestinely with women in the South to help dismantle
segregation.