Esmeralda Olamendi
Best Radio DJ Again!
Mission Viejo, CA – The Department of Cinema-Television-Radio (CTVR) at Saddleback College is pleased to announce that for the second year in a row, a Saddleback College student has been named “Best Radio DJ” in the National Student Production Awards, presented by College Broadcasters, Inc.
Winners and finalists were honored Saturday, October 27th at the National Student Electronic Media Convention in Atlanta.
Esmeralda Olamendi was recognized for her work on Saddleback College radio station KSBR 88.5FM. All of the other finalists in her category were from 4-year colleges.
Saddleback College student Kelly Jones was the winner of the 2011 Best DJ award. Esmeralda has become known to KSBR listeners not only for her DJ skills, but also for her interviews, which have ranged from international jazz stars such as Al Jarreau and Michael Franks to NFL star Mark Sanchez to representatives of local non-profits. “It was after my first interview that I knew this was a passion of mine I was going to pursue,” said Olamendi. “I love the challenge of being able to openly communicate with musicians, athletes and charity groups and have them share their talents and dreams and in turn help out others.”
More than 600 entries were received for the 2012 CBI national student production awards in 27 different categories. College Broadcasters Inc. represents students involved in radio, television, webcasting and other related media ventures; ensures a commitment to education and the student pursuit of excellence through active involvement in electronic media; promotes cooperative efforts between the association and other national, regional, and state media organizations; facilitates the discussion of issues related to student-operated electronic media; and other community oriented programs.
Saddleback College’s Cinema/TV/Radio Department is well known for giving students a hands-on, “real world” experience. Saddleback’s radio program is built around KSBR and Internet station OCRockRadio.com. Saddleback’s television program offers studies in basic and advanced production, producing, shooting and editing for Saddleback’s Channel 39, and Saddleback’s film students use the latest technology, including Red Digital Cinema and receive training on a full set of tools such as dollies, steadicams, and industry standard lighting and audio packages. Registration is now underway for Saddleback’s spring semester, which begins on January 22, 2013.
Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community. Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals. For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu and for Fine Arts information, please visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.
Terry Wedel
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Nina Welch
Fine Arts Public Information Officer
Saddleback College
28000 Marguerite Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
www.saddleback.edu/arts
