

“In whole, composing for Echo means that folks trust me.
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Mato exclaimed, “Producing is a role that fits what I want out of filmmaking”, making this program a perfect fit for him.įurthering his passion, Mato is now composing for the upcoming Marvel Studios & Disney+ series ‘Echo‘. This program provides eight Indigenous creators in the film industry a grant to develop their projects and offers fellows monthly workshops, mentorship and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Most recently, he was selected to be part of Netflix’s IllumiNative Producers Program.

Mato has been on a path to success since graduation. Since I could remember, good music always rendered visuals for me,” said Mato.

While studying film at the University of Southern California, Mato was approached by one of his friends with an ask to score a short film. So, it was no surprise when he found himself visualizing little movies in his head as he listened to his favorite artists – just the beginning of his successful composing career. Growing up, he did everything within his power to ensure that his passion grew into something more later in life – from playing sports, to acting and playing an instrument in the school orchestra. Mato’s passion for music and entertainment began at a young age. South Dakota Native, Live Más Scholarship recipient from 2016 to 2019, Film and TV Composer, and one of the latest young people to make the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
