Kyle Rodriguez is a LatinX film composer, producer, and songwriter based in Los Angeles. Using a collection of unique instruments, toys, and tape machines, Kyle writes music that combines the orchestra with modern production and analog circuits. His work can be heard on AppleTV+, Netflix, Hulu, Nickelodeon, Adult Swim, and at film festivals around the world.
Kyle got his start in 2017, assisting veteran film & TV composer Nathan Barr at Bandrika Studios. There he cut his teeth on shows such as FX's "The Americans", Hulu's "The Great", and Amazon's "Carnival Row". In 2021, Kyle left Bandrika to pursue his own career.
In 2022, Kyle made his debut at Sundance Film Festival with "Work", directed by AFI Directing Fellow April Maxey. The short was listed on Indiewire's "10 Must See Shorts at Sundance 2022" and has continued its festival circuit at Tribeca, Outfest, and many others.
Kyle's most recent project, "Jane" on AppleTV+, is a live-action/CGI blended adventure series inspired by the works of Dr. Jane Gooddall. The show is set to release April 14, 2023.
Other recent film projects include "Ale Libre" from LatinX director and Sundance fellow Maya Cueva. After making its debut at Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, the film was picked up by The New Yorker in 2021. Kyle also co-wrote the score for director Eli Roth's feature documentary, FIN, alongside Nathan Barr and composer Lisbeth Scott.
Kyle is dedicated to removing the barriers to entry for other people of color pursuing composition and strives to create opportunities for young musicians hoping to enter the film industry.