John Rey Malto
- Manager
- Director
- Writer
John Rey Malto is a renowned Filipino talent manager, songwriter, and social media personality, born on October 22, 1991, in Manila, Philippines. His journey toward excellence began in academia. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and further pursued education-related credits from Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University in San Fernando City, La Union. His passion for learning led him to complete vocational courses in Photography at Lorma Colleges and Event Management Services at Our Lady of Guadalupe. He also pursued a Master's Degree in Master of Development Administration with a focus on Public Administration, though he did not complete the program.
Starting from humble beginnings as a service crew in fast food chains, John Rey's story is one of determination and ambition. It serves as a powerful reminder of how perseverance and passion can propel someone to success, even in the competitive world of Philippine showbiz.
John Rey's journey into the entertainment industry started with freelance writing, research, and talent coordination, which eventually led him to a thriving career as a talent manager. He gained prominence in the modeling and beauty pageant sectors, later becoming a director for an international modeling competition.
In 2019, John Rey was honored at a film lecture during a basic theater acting workshop in the Cordillera Administrative Region, organized by the Department of Education in Bangued Abra. He was recognized for his expertise in photography and his willingness to share his skills with others.
In the following years, John Rey's reputation continued to grow. In 2021, he received the Golden Star Award for his "Outstanding Contribution to the Entertainment Industry and Selfless Public Service" from ATC International. The following year, on October 8, 2022, he was named "Most Outstanding Talent Manager and Inspiring Artist Management of the Year" at the Manila Grand Opera Hotel & Casino by the Alliance of Hospitality and Tourism Movers of the Philippines.
In January 2023, John Rey Malto worked on two major international films, Spring in Prague and The Mariana's Web. In Spring in Prague, he served as the casting director and talent manager, while The Mariana's Web saw him as part of the casting department. Both films showcased his versatility and expanding influence in the entertainment industry.
On December 10, 2023, John Rey was awarded "Asia's Most Outstanding Talent Manager of the Year" at the 1st MMTV Asia's Golden Eagle Achievement Awards, recognizing his impact in inspiring aspiring artists across Asia.
In addition to his work in talent management, John Rey honed his skills as an Assistant Director under award-winning directors Arvin Belarmino, August Lyle Espino, and Kyla Romero. He also attended a Songwriting Masterclass, where he networked with renowned songwriter Jimmy Borja.
A major milestone in John Rey's career was writing the song Pangako Mo for Joice Espinoza, which amassed over 1.2 million views on Facebook. The song earned him two prestigious accolades in 2024:
Silver Medal Winner at the Global Music Awards 2024 for Original Score/Soundtrack for Film and Television (Pangako Mo).
Europe Music Award at the Europe Music Video Awards 2024 for Best Musical (Pangako Mo).
John Rey has played a pivotal role in Joice Espinoza's rise to fame. Under his mentorship, Joice achieved victory as the Daily Winner of ABS-CBN's It's Showtime - Tawag Ng Tanghalan in 2023 and competed in GMA Network's TiktoClock - Tanghalan Ng Kampeon in 2024.
His achievements as a talent manager have been widely recognized. On June 29, 2024, he was named "Outstanding Showbiz Personality of the Year" at Asia's Triumphant Awards in Quezon City. Later that year, on October 13, he was honored by Top Model Philippines as a "Recognized Contributor Writer in the Showbiz World" and a celebrated talent manager.
Beyond his personal success, John Rey's primary goal as a talent manager is to discover and nurture hidden talents. John Rey is regarded as one of the leading talent managers in the Philippine entertainment industry. He firmly believes that with perseverance and passion, one can achieve success beyond their wildest dreams. As he puts it, "If you love your passion, don't give up. Just keep going. You will achieve it at the right time."
Starting from humble beginnings as a service crew in fast food chains, John Rey's story is one of determination and ambition. It serves as a powerful reminder of how perseverance and passion can propel someone to success, even in the competitive world of Philippine showbiz.
John Rey's journey into the entertainment industry started with freelance writing, research, and talent coordination, which eventually led him to a thriving career as a talent manager. He gained prominence in the modeling and beauty pageant sectors, later becoming a director for an international modeling competition.
In 2019, John Rey was honored at a film lecture during a basic theater acting workshop in the Cordillera Administrative Region, organized by the Department of Education in Bangued Abra. He was recognized for his expertise in photography and his willingness to share his skills with others.
In the following years, John Rey's reputation continued to grow. In 2021, he received the Golden Star Award for his "Outstanding Contribution to the Entertainment Industry and Selfless Public Service" from ATC International. The following year, on October 8, 2022, he was named "Most Outstanding Talent Manager and Inspiring Artist Management of the Year" at the Manila Grand Opera Hotel & Casino by the Alliance of Hospitality and Tourism Movers of the Philippines.
In January 2023, John Rey Malto worked on two major international films, Spring in Prague and The Mariana's Web. In Spring in Prague, he served as the casting director and talent manager, while The Mariana's Web saw him as part of the casting department. Both films showcased his versatility and expanding influence in the entertainment industry.
On December 10, 2023, John Rey was awarded "Asia's Most Outstanding Talent Manager of the Year" at the 1st MMTV Asia's Golden Eagle Achievement Awards, recognizing his impact in inspiring aspiring artists across Asia.
In addition to his work in talent management, John Rey honed his skills as an Assistant Director under award-winning directors Arvin Belarmino, August Lyle Espino, and Kyla Romero. He also attended a Songwriting Masterclass, where he networked with renowned songwriter Jimmy Borja.
A major milestone in John Rey's career was writing the song Pangako Mo for Joice Espinoza, which amassed over 1.2 million views on Facebook. The song earned him two prestigious accolades in 2024:
Silver Medal Winner at the Global Music Awards 2024 for Original Score/Soundtrack for Film and Television (Pangako Mo).
Europe Music Award at the Europe Music Video Awards 2024 for Best Musical (Pangako Mo).
John Rey has played a pivotal role in Joice Espinoza's rise to fame. Under his mentorship, Joice achieved victory as the Daily Winner of ABS-CBN's It's Showtime - Tawag Ng Tanghalan in 2023 and competed in GMA Network's TiktoClock - Tanghalan Ng Kampeon in 2024.
His achievements as a talent manager have been widely recognized. On June 29, 2024, he was named "Outstanding Showbiz Personality of the Year" at Asia's Triumphant Awards in Quezon City. Later that year, on October 13, he was honored by Top Model Philippines as a "Recognized Contributor Writer in the Showbiz World" and a celebrated talent manager.
Beyond his personal success, John Rey's primary goal as a talent manager is to discover and nurture hidden talents. John Rey is regarded as one of the leading talent managers in the Philippine entertainment industry. He firmly believes that with perseverance and passion, one can achieve success beyond their wildest dreams. As he puts it, "If you love your passion, don't give up. Just keep going. You will achieve it at the right time."
