Professional of the Year - Media/Photograpy

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Cyril R. Samonte

Title: Videographer and Owner
Industry: Media
Type of Organization: Media/News/Publishing Company
Major Product/Service: Photojournalism and videography of regular and athletic events
Expertise: Mr. Samonte has over 17 years experience with 4 years as the company owner. He is responsible for photographing video events, photographing and editing live athletic events, graduations and all athletic events for Citadel Athletics.
Geographic Area of Distribution: International
Affiliations: N.P.P.A.
University/Degree: B.A., Modern Language, The Citadel Graduate College, 1992; A.A., Radio and Television Broadcasting, Trident Technical College, 1995
Born: September 12, 1969, Newport, Rhode Island
Hobbies/Sports: Movies, friends
Honors & Awards: Recipient, EMMY Award, Best Weather Coverage; Recipient, Silver ADDY Award, 2004; Recipient, Bronze TELLY Award, 2007