Alumni Profile

Nick Schildberger (1997)

School Captain in 1997, Nick is the current President of the Old Camberwell Grammarians Association (OCGA) Committee and Managing Director of his family’s company, SoundCartel.

After graduating in 1997, I completed a Bachelor of Commerce at The University of Melbourne and have spent the majority of the last 20 years working in audio production. I had a fiveyear foray into the fitness industry, starting Your Gym in Surrey Hills. I now run my own audio agency called SoundCartel which produces podcasts for brands. My passion for creating engaging audio grew as I worked alongside my father, Michael, the founder of the business. My wife Stacey and I have two kids Hugo, aged 7, and Matilda, aged 5, so there’s never a dull moment! While at CGS, I tried to make the most of every opportunity – and I enjoyed it all. High on my list of fond memories are playing in the amazing orchestra, singing in the choir, and the kayaking trips to the Murray Marathon. Debating, drama, sport, and competitive house activities also kept me busy and fulfilled. I didn’t have a clue what I wanted to do with my life when I left school, so the best advice I can give to those in Year 12 about to embark on their futures, is that you don’t need to know it all right now. Follow your interests and what you enjoy doing, and, if you’re like me, passions for life beyond school will develop over time. You’ll forever be part of the CGS Alumni, so don’t hesitate to call on the resources and connections through the CGS network. Being President of the OCGA Committee is a small way for me to give back to the school that gave me so much, and I’m excited to take on the position of President this year. The Community and Development Office never ceases to amaze me with the growing number of activities and events they run every year.

‘My aim is to support all the enthusiasm the Headmaster and Alumni team have for the School and its leavers so that the entire school community continues to flourish.’

The OCGA has a clear mission to foster communication between alumni and the School through the sponsorship and organisation of social, sporting, and cultural activities. The OCGA currently has a strong slate of sporting teams, a theatre company and a full calendar of social events. In recent years, the OCGA has launched a mentoring program to assist leavers on their career journeys. We’ll continue to seek new ways to support our Alumni in the best ways possible – and we are always open to suggestions and input from our community.