Versatile and seasoned composer with decades of experience across TV, film, advertising, and video games. Skilled in composition, arrangement, audio engineering, sound design and performance, with national brand credits including Disney, Pepsi, Ford, Chevrolet, Pizza Hut, and Discovery Channel.

Performed and recorded globally with Shakira (including male vocals on Waka Waka), Gladys Knight, Peter Beckett, Chayanne, Maxi Priest, and others.
Dynamic creative with additional strengths in video editing, multimedia content, copywriting, and bilingual production (EN/ES).

Creative voice rooted in musicality, versatility, and storytelling — from orchestral and cinematic soundscapes to modern commercial production.

Career Highlights

  • Global touring with Shakira, including vocals on Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)

  • Music for hundreds of advertising campaigns (regional + national)

  • Scored multiple short films, indie projects & games

  • Live TV appearances: SNL, David Letterman, Ellen, MTV VMAs, Live 8, Latin Grammys

  • Collaborations with numerous acclaimed artists

  • Experienced producer, performer, and studio musician

Creative Approach

I create music built on emotion and narrative momentum — focusing on tone, pacing, and character. Whether scoring picture or branding identity, I collaborate closely with directors and producers to shape sonic worlds that elevate storytelling and unforgettable audience moments.

Skills & Tools

Music / Production

  • Composition • Scoring to Picture • Arrangement

  • Audio Production • Sound Design • Mixing/Editing

  • MIDI Orchestration • Studio Performance

Technical

  • Reason • Sibelius • ProTools

  • Sample Libraries (Kontakt/Spitfire/OT/Etc.)

  • Video: Final Cut Pro X

Other

  • Voiceover • Copywriting • Podcast creation/hosting

  • Multimedia educational content (music + video + animation)

  • Bilingual — English & Spanish

Work With Mario

Open to film, commercial, game scoring, branded content, and multimedia projects.
Available for custom composition, additional writing, full production, and remote collaboration.

Contact Mario