Why CSB: Alumni Success
Tens of thousands of graduates.
That's what CSB School of Broadcasting students can look forward to. Tens of thousands of people, all of whom got their start with our Learn By Doing® approach to teaching the fundamentals.
Here's just a random selection of how some recent alumni are doing.
"Thanks for all the help and good advice I got while attending CSB School of Broadcasting. I have started my own production company, and I am freelancing for a company that produces a TV show for American Airlines with CBS. Today was a big step in my work for them as an editor, writer and overall assistant. I had the opportunity to do a host shoot at Giants stadium with Jim Nantz and Phil Simms from CBS Sports. After the shoot, I also got to catch a couple of 40-yard touchdown passes from Phil. (As if life couldn't get any better.)
I have also written the host scripts for Katie Couric, Dennis Haysbert, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and now the cast of How I Met Your Mother. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the CSB School of Broadcasting."
Peter Gaeta
CSB School of Broadcasting - Palm Beach, FL, Grad
"I just wanted to let you guys know that in September of 2005 I landed a job at WRDX 94.7 The River in New Castle, Delaware, (now 92.9 The River) as a part-time board operator. Applying what I learned at the CSB School of Broadcasting, I was able move up the chain, and now I'm the producer of In the Zone with Rich Quinones on WWTX 1290 The Ticket. Our show runs Monday-Friday 3-6pm. Thanks to CSB School of Broadcasting I have landed a dream job meeting so many great people like Hall of Fame Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas, Flyers head coach John Stevens, 2007 Daytona 500 winner Kevin Harvick, numerous Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia 76ers players, and many more. Thanks again for making my dream of working in radio become a reality.”
Mike Aukett
CSB School of Broadcasting - Philly Metro (Cherry Hill), NJ, Grad
"My training at [CSB School of Broadcasting] has been a huge part of my success! Nine months ago, I was an hourly paid employee at a desk job dreaming of broadcasting, and today I am living my dream. CSB School of Broadcasting equipped me for success by providing education and training from industry professionals on broadcast-quality equipment and software. I was able to develop my skills and networking through career services.
I was granted an internship at SIRIUS Satellite Radio in New York and was later hired at a central-Jersey radio station! The hands-on training in all areas of broadcasting at CSB School of Broadcasting increased my value and has really paid off, allowing me to make an impact behind the scenes and on-air. Special thanks to everyone at CSB School of Broadcasting. No more dreaming. With your training and good old-fashioned hard work, I NOW LIVE IT!"
Rich Mirocco
CSB School of Broadcasting - NYC Metro (Hasbrouck Heights), NJ, Grad
"In the summer of 2004, on a whim, I decided to enter 630 WMAL's 'Who Wants to be a Talk Show Host?' contest by submitting a 3-minute demo of me talking about a current event. There's no way I would have been able to produce such a polished demo without the skills I learned at CSB School of Broadcasting and my alumni access to the studio. As a result, I was selected as one of four finalists out of hundreds of entrants and won the contest by a landslide. Little more than one year after finishing the program at CSB School of Broadcasting, and with no prior radio experience, I was hosting my own political talk show in Washington, D.C., on a major talk station. I owe much of that success to CSB School of Broadcasting."
Tony Penny
CSB School of Broadcasting - Arlington, VA, Grad
"After graduating from CSB School of Broadcasting - Tampa, I am living the life I've dreamed of! It began on the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards. Then I went to work for my favorite rock stations, Clear Channel Tampa's 98 Rock and Classic Rock Thunder 103.5, producing nationally syndicated morning shows. Now, I am moving to Hollywood, California, to work for SIRIUS Satellite/Internet Radio as their 'Resident Rock Chick Correspondent' on a radio morning show ... a position created just for me! It has been most exciting being involved in the music industry that I love so much! I now count many rock stars and celebrities that I met along the way as friends. Thanks to the excellent instructors at the School, and a lot of hard work on my part, I am living my dream!"
Suzy Calkins (aka Suzy Q)
CSB School of Broadcasting - Tampa, FL, Grad
"Before I attended CSB School of Broadcasting, I was working menial jobs. I was going nowhere with my life, and I was stuck in a rut.
This school changed my life. After I graduated, I decided to specialize in editing. Using the knowledge and experience I'd gained at CSB School of Broadcasting, I became a freelance editor. Only a few months after graduating CSB School of Broadcasting, I secured a position as a Streaming Media Specialist at MLB.com. Now, I produce and edit video content that gets uploaded to web sites that are viewed around the world. I have also maintained ties with the School. I help train and tutor students and graduates in editing, and have helped other CSB School of Broadcasting grads get jobs at MLB.com.
The pride I feel in helping others succeed is only surpassed by the fact that I am working at my dream job!"
Matt Golub
CSB School of Broadcasting - Long Island (Westbury), NY, Grad
"I just wanted to thank CSB School of Broadcasting again. My goal was to get into TV and one day work at the YES Network. Well, now I've done it. I love it here. Two months ago at an Ascent Media vs. YES Network softball game, I met the producer for YES shows such as Mike and the Mad Dog, Yankees Batting Practice, the pre-/post-game shows, as well as the actual games. Now, in addition to working for Ascent Media Group, I'm freelancing at the YES Network in my free time, helping in the control room, on set and with various production tasks. I am also in line for the next full-time position that opens up. I wouldn't be where I am without you guys."
Mike Forlivio
CSB School of Broadcasting - New Haven (Stratford), CT, Grad
"Right after graduation, I earned an opportunity to cover the President's Inauguration. Recently, I played a part in our D.C. Mayoral Debate; for that, I was personally requested by the anchor to work on the show. Next, I'm going out on Election Day and field producing primary night coverage for NC8. Only two of us, myself and another production assistant, were chosen for this task. I'm very excited because once again, thanks to CSB School of Broadcasting, I get to work on election coverage. I am really starting to earn a place here, and it's very exciting."
Korie D. Rose
CSB School of Broadcasting - Arlington, VA, Grad