Born and raised in Lusaka, Patrick Mutale’s journey into the world of media and film is a testament to passion and determination. From a young age, Patrick was deeply passionate about film and knew exactly what he wanted to pursue. He began building his career in the industry early, driven by a clear vision and commitment to his craft.
Patrick began his education at Twalange Primary School in Lusaka, followed by Muchinga Basic School and Saint Kizito School in Chipata and later completed his secondary education at Anoya Zulu Boys Secondary School in Chipata in 2015.
After completing school, Patrick dove headfirst into media projects, driven by his deep-seated interest in film and television. It was through a friend, an alumna of the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), that he discovered the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) Academy. Upon learning about MTF, Patrick recognized it as a golden opportunity for individuals like himself to refine their skills and gain industry exposure.
“I was excited when I heard about MTF and immediately knew it was something I wanted to pursue,” Patrick recalls. Though he discovered the program late in the year, he applied in 2022 with confidence, certain his passion and qualifications would earn him a spot.
“When I was picked, I was overjoyed,” Patrick says. “I even turned down some jobs to focus on filmmaking because I knew I would be at MTF the following year.”
Patrick’s preparation and confidence paid off, and his time at MTF proved transformative. With a certificate in ethno-linguistics from the University of the Nations in Eswatini (Swaziland), he already had a solid foundation. However, MTF allowed him to dive deeper into cinematography, post-production, and technical skills like camera work—areas he found most captivating.
“I enjoyed cinematography, post-production, and technical work at MTF,” he stressed in an interview.
In 2023, Patrick graduated and joined Wathinta Imbokodo Post Productions, the team behind editing Mpali, one of Zambia’s most beloved TV series. His role involves creating motion graphics and contributing to TV production, a testament to the skills he honed during his MTF experience.
“I’m able to contribute to the Mpali production because of the training I got from MTF. I owe it to MTF,” says Patrick.
Passionate about visual effects, Patrick dreams of becoming Zambia’s leading visual effects (VFX) artist. “I want to build a company specializing in VFX because there’s a gap in Zambia’s media industry,” he explains.
His ambition is to pioneer this niche, offering world-class VFX services and elevating the country’s media production landscape.
To aspiring filmmakers and MTF applicants, Patrick offers this advice: “Be specific about what you want to achieve when applying to MTF. Passion and focus are key to standing out.”
Patrick’s journey exemplifies how dedication, opportunity, and a clear vision can transform talent into impact, positioning him as a rising star in Zambia’s creative industry.
