Business Analyst/Implementation Manager
Our client is a world leading independent children’s entertainment producer and rights-owner they are coming up to the implementation phase of an extensive programme of technology renewal, so they are looking to employ a Tape Management Team Leader. The Tape Management Team Leader role will work closely with both the business users and supplier project team to implement the Tape Management product functionality and capabilities into a new Asset Management System and manage the rollout and change management aspects to the different departments and the external Partners who manage the tape libraries in the UK The role requires a mixture of implementation management (75%) and business analysis skills (25%), along with the ability to engender enthusiasm and confidence in the business user community – both internal and external They require someone with experience of data migration, business analysis, designing of Operational User Guide documentation and configuration of the different applications. You will also have the experience to prepare training documentation and deliver training sessions and be able to collate the tape assets and associated data for testing and the data migration process. Previous experience of the implementation of DAM / MAM projects is essential.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 5:17:00 PM

Test Engineer - STB
Reporting to the Test Manager, you will be performing testing on C / embedded middleware products. Our client is based in Cambridge and a leader in creating proprietary IPTV software. Open standards are employed in the production of this broadband-based digital TV software, which is used globally by millions. Key responsibilities: Our client is looking for dedicated individuals who display high intellect and creativity. You must be a strong team player, capable of adopting existing company ethics and culture. Technical skills include: - Execution, creation and management of pre-release software testing according to agreed requirements - Bug tracking and escalation of all software test results - Keeping abreast of latest digital broadcast technology & web standards - Develop new and existing test mechanisms for HTML, CSS, JavaScript and DOM - Test script automation for regression testing - UAT testing where applicable Requirements: - Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Shell etc. for test script creation - Good knowledge of: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, Web Services (SOAP, AJAX etc.) - Embedded device testing experience - A strong desire to succeed in your given area with a leading technology company Nice to have: - C programming language (academic or hands-on) - Linux OS (or similar embedded environment) - ISEB qualified or better
Monday, May 19, 2008 6:23:00 PM

New Media Senior Content Producer
Our client is looking for new media senior content producer, this is a key role in the planning and delivery of new media (mobile, broadband and IPTV) products and services for a leading entertainment production company. You will have a minimum of 3-4 years experience of building best of breed interactive products and applications on new media platforms and have an understanding and experience of editorial issues and audience expectations across the entertainment genres. As a senior member of the team you will have the ability to drive and inform the development process to define and refine new and existing ideas and services, you will have experience of leading multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver high quality cross-platform products and services, on time, on spec and to budget and manage concurrent projects effectively, constantly balancing editorial/artistic aspirations against costs and efficiency in a resource constrained environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a truly global player which prides itself on being at the cutting edge of content delivery.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

TV Transmission Engineer
Our client is a major UK broadcaster based in central London. They are currently undertaking an extensive number of projects and are looking for a junior project engineer to work within the transmission & playout department. You would be working within a live transmission environment, maintaining and enhancing the broadcast technology infrastructure. You will currently be working in a similar role within the broadcast industry and have a formal qualification in electronics or a communications related subject. Our client requires candidates to have a minimum of 2 years experience working in a live transmission environment. Our client views the following as essential skills/experience to perform this role: • Experience of supporting and implementing technical changes within a live transmission environment. • Knowledge of a range of broadcast & transmission infrastructure equipment including IT networks, routing matrices, control networks, playout servers, lines, automation, audio, talkback, monitoring • Experience of troubleshooting and repairing broadcast & transmission systems. • It would be desirable, but not essential to have used Autocad to manage transmission infrastructure plans. The role is based in Central London and requires flexibility to cope with strenuous work and long hours. You will be able to prioritise and work under pressure to strict deadlines. This a fixed term contract for the duration of 6 to 12 months.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

Software Engineer
Our client is a world-leading Electronics company with particular strengths in developing commercial & professional audio products & due to continued expansion is now looking for a number of talented engineers to join their R&D offices in Oxford, to work on the development of advanced digital audio & video signal processing systems. Examples of projects include designing new networked audio I/O & control products, designing & implementing new signal processing algorithms & R&D leading to the creation of next generation products. A variety of skills are important, but equally important is the ability to perform at an extremely high level. Technical skills required include exp with some or all of the following: C++, STL, OOD, Windows Programming, Win32, GDI+ graphics, Multi-threading, XML, Net 3.0, WPF, XAML, WCF. If you have a passion or interest in creating cutting edge products, then these roles will be for you.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

Project Manager – CRM Solutions
With over a 1000 customers world-wide, our client specialises in hosted CRM On-Demand, E-Service Solutions & Sales Force Automation (SFA) and due to continued growth is now looking to recruit an experienced CRM Project Manager to join their Professional Services team to work with clients mainly in the South & South East. The successful candidate will have the ability to assist the sales organization to position and sell complex customization and integration business as well as manage those projects thorough successful completion & key areas of responsibility include positioning the value of Development Services within the sales cycle, scoping complex customization and integration projects, business analysis, developing and presenting proposals, developing the project plans and managing the scope of the projects sold. You will have recent experience of Project Managing CRM projects, with at least 5 years Project Management experience. It would also be useful if you had an understanding of internet technologies such as PHP, HTML &, Java etc, but we are not looking for coders. As you will get involved in configuring the CRM product, a fairly technical background would be preferred. We are also interested in hearing from those Project Managers who have run teams of Project Managers & been responsible for running the overall project. Confidence & being able to communicate at a high level are essential
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

Business Development Manager - Broadcast
Business Development Manager - Broadcast – Salary to £50k plus benefits Our Reference 0607-09 Our client seeks an Experienced Business Development Manager - Broadcast to join their marketing team based at their European Head Quarters near Swindon. Your role will be to evangelise, excite and convince broadcasters, cable companies, content suppliers, IPTV, Telcos, and other influential individuals to use our client’s technologies. The role will focus on the successful promotion of our client’s products and technologies to digital television operators and customers, as well as packaged media authoring, post production studios, and related customers in EMEA, India, China, and Australia. Operating at both a technical and commercial level as the situation dictates, success will be reflected in product sales, broadcast services on air for our client’s products and services.. Essential Job Functions: • Promote our client’s products and technologies to digital television operators and key system providers. • Identify priority targets who provide SD and HD TV and video services in cable, satellite, terrestrial, and IP based on maximum value to the company; coordinate efforts with product management, systems, sound consultants, consumer division, and internal training resources. • Maintain regular contact with digital television operators, system, and component providers to keep an accurate picture of their business and requirements. • Manage the relationship between our client’s and digital television operators and encourage them to market their use of Our client’s technology: oversee handover to consumer marketing and PR as appropriate. • Support promotion of our client’s products and technologies to packaged media authoring, post production studios. • Provide customer input to the product management group to identify product requirements, opportunities, and potential roadblocks. • Evaluate and monitor competitor activities and identify both short and long term responses. • Maintain regular contact with broadcast groups and affiliated bodies, participating in technical and/or commercial aspects of their work as needed. • Present our client and our client’s technologies to the industry, media and establish presence at industry events. Requirements: • Knowledge of digital TV broadcast systems end-to-end from ingest to home receiver, resulting from at least five years’ industry experience. • Understand the technologies used, key drivers, and technology trends in broadcasting and content delivery. • Possess good contacts across the industry. • Degree or equivalent in Science, Electronic Engineering, Music Technology, Computer Science or Information Technology. • In-depth knowledge of standard computer hardware and software • Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential as interacting with customers is a major part of the role • A European language, e.g. German would be an advantage.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

Requirements Tool Engineer
Our Reference: 0610-17 Our client is a leading developer of digital TV technologies for the global payTV industry. This is your opportunity to join an innovative digital broadcast product company. You will work with Engineering teams to create User and Product Requirements Specifications. You will assist with the implementation of test procedures and collation of test results together with the automation of the extraction and presentation of Project metrics. Principal responsibilities: • Work with colleagues on requirements traceability issues • Write and maintain triggers to implement new features to enforce rules/behaviour and also to reduce the burden of creating PRSs so improving efficiency. • Update and maintain HTML reports and create new reports as new database features are implemented. • Facilitate the extraction of database and project specific metrics once these are defined. • Assist in the roll out of the 2006 release. • Deputise for the Requirements Manager. • Assist in the maintenance, improvement and implementation of new features in the MKS Requirements database as required. Knowledge and experience: • HND/Degree/M.Sc, or equivalent, in an Computer Science or related subject. • Have experience of technical specification and documentation writing. • Have experience of JavaScript & HTML • Knowledge of Perl, Java & BSF would be an advantage. • Effective interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills. • Knowledge of MKS tools preferred. Candela Media Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

UK&EMEA Broadcast Customer Support Specialist
UK & EMEA Broadcast Customer Support Specialist - Buckinghamshire base - our ref 06050-15 Our client seeks a Broadcast Customer Support Specialist with experience delivering high quality technical and operational support, for broadcast products, editing and infrastructure sought for leading international player. Demonstrate your ability to take on responsibilities which include: - Clearly understand the requirements of the Post Production and Broadcast business markets. - Provide first level support to our client’s direct customer base - Provide 2nd level Support to accredited Resellers and Channels Partners - Accurately record all issues and customer contact in the call tracking database (SAP-SM), where necessary escalate issues to the European Escalation team in accordance with the escalation process, provide customers and the field with regular progress reports on any issue. - Monitor reseller service performance and assist as necessary to ensure end user satisfaction and problem resolution. - Assist the field and customers alike in identifying solutions to problems. This may require setting up and testing of customer configurations in our lab and working with the European Escalation Team to ensure that any bugs or problems can be reproduced. Maintain close links with the European escalation Team to ensure timely resolutions of all issues - Visit UK & EMEA customers / resellers when necessary to discuss or effect solutions. - Assist the sales force in the promotion of products and services. - Attend road shows and exhibitions as required in the capacity of show integration and technical support. - Provide out of hours support via mobile phone on a rota basis. This service is an International provision that will necessitate support to non-UK clients. - Provide 24-hour support via pager service where applicable. Excellent salary and benefits with this leading industry name. Editing suite software support a distinct advantage. Candela Media specialises in the recruitment of technical specialists for both permanent and contract positions. We recruit for a wide range of technical roles including engineers, operational management, control room support, software developers, technical architects, business analysts and project/programme management. Candela Media Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

Senior Hardware Verification Engineer
Our client is a leading developer of digital TV technologies for the global payTV industry. This is your opportunity to join an innovative digital broadcast product company. You will develop and qualify products to standardised high levels of quality and reliability. • Working to the Hardware Development Verification Engineering Team Leader, you will develop standardised product qualification systems for use by the in-house and outsource project teams. • Consult and liaise with project Hardware Engineers to implement best practice in the verification of electronics hardware during the design and development phase. • Build, maintain and implement the library of HW Acceptance Test Procedures. • Assist in developing automated test rigs for use by the hardware development teams. • Assist in developing methodologies for verifying and qualifying OEM/ODM products. • Assist in specifying and selecting equipment and hardware/software tools. • Work with the in-house and outsource design teams to ensure that test and qualification procedures are embedded into the development process and practice. • Assist in providing reports on future developments and progress against current developments. • Participate in and driving initiatives aimed at improving the quality, delivery and profitability of products. You will have the following experience: Required: • Experience within hardware projects using various technologies • Experience of parametric, verification and validation testing within Consumer Electronics, Telecommunications, Automotive, or Aerospace Industries • Understanding of the requirements of development test electronic engineering for design verification and validation • Understanding of the balance between Cost, Time to Market and Quality. • Report writing • Hardware and software insight • Familiar with MPEG, Audio, Video & RF or other STB parametric testing process requirements and equipment. • Familiar with board or component level electronic testing methods and equipment. • Use of Microsoft Office. Desirable: • Preparing and delivering hardware Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) • Use of Matrix, test automation and misc. engineering application tools Good communication and team skills essential. Candela Media Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM

3d Graphic Designer
Our client is a leading player in the production of visual solutions for the broadcast industry, they are looking for a graphic designer with experience of 3d graphics, ideally broadcast on-air graphics The successful designer will need to have an imaginative flair, awareness of current fashions in the visual arts and a working knowledge of the latest computer packages. You will be able to offer technical assistance, conduct demo’s and provide graphic design services to customers. Knowledge of 3D packages such as 3DS Max, Maya, Softimage and Photoshop would be a major advantage as well as excellent client facing skills
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:54:00 AM