What is Rise? Rise is a global advocacy membership organisation that supports diversity in the broadcast media technology sector. Funded and supported by industry, its goal is to ensure that there is a gender balanced and diverse workforce across the specific areas of engineering and technical operations. Why is the Rise Up Academy needed? The broadcast media technology industry is facing a severe skills shortage and is currently not able to recruit the engineering and technical talent it needs. BT Sport, Sky, Gravity Media, dB Broadcast, ITV and the BBC are amongst many broadcast companies who clearly state they need more technical and engineering talent. Rises’ recent survey, in partnership with the IABM, showed that males occupy more C’level positions, women earn significantly less money and the industry is 83% white. Furthermore, there is a declining number of students applying for Media Technology courses at University, fewer apprenticeship programmes and a lack of...
02/09/2021
Part time
What is Rise? Rise is a global advocacy membership organisation that supports diversity in the broadcast media technology sector. Funded and supported by industry, its goal is to ensure that there is a gender balanced and diverse workforce across the specific areas of engineering and technical operations. Why is the Rise Up Academy needed? The broadcast media technology industry is facing a severe skills shortage and is currently not able to recruit the engineering and technical talent it needs. BT Sport, Sky, Gravity Media, dB Broadcast, ITV and the BBC are amongst many broadcast companies who clearly state they need more technical and engineering talent. Rises’ recent survey, in partnership with the IABM, showed that males occupy more C’level positions, women earn significantly less money and the industry is 83% white. Furthermore, there is a declining number of students applying for Media Technology courses at University, fewer apprenticeship programmes and a lack of...
Film & TV Charity
Remote (Scotland or Northern Ireland)
Community Development Regional Lead (Scotland and Northern Ireland)
Reports to: Community Development Manager
Contract: Permanent – Part Time (2/5 days)
Salary: £40,000 (pro rata) depending on experience
Location: Located in the nations and regions & home-based
About Film & TV Charity
The Film and TV Charity offers financial support, professional advice and mental health support to people working in the UK film, TV and cinema industries
Major donors to the Charity are typically large studios, broadcasters, or content platforms, including Netflix, BBC Studios, Amazon, Warner Bros and Disney.
The Charity has partnerships with other UK film and TV charities such as Bafta and BFI.
Role Overview
You will be responsible for building a supportive community of people working in film, television and cinema across Scotland and Northern Ireland; developing shared-value and outcome-oriented partnerships with the local industry bodies and groups;...
11/08/2021
Part time
Community Development Regional Lead (Scotland and Northern Ireland)
Reports to: Community Development Manager
Contract: Permanent – Part Time (2/5 days)
Salary: £40,000 (pro rata) depending on experience
Location: Located in the nations and regions & home-based
About Film & TV Charity
The Film and TV Charity offers financial support, professional advice and mental health support to people working in the UK film, TV and cinema industries
Major donors to the Charity are typically large studios, broadcasters, or content platforms, including Netflix, BBC Studios, Amazon, Warner Bros and Disney.
The Charity has partnerships with other UK film and TV charities such as Bafta and BFI.
Role Overview
You will be responsible for building a supportive community of people working in film, television and cinema across Scotland and Northern Ireland; developing shared-value and outcome-oriented partnerships with the local industry bodies and groups;...
How you will spend your time
Design and maintain a modular, extensible architecture of the CPE middleware by translating business needs into technology blocks and modules
Advise developer colleagues on implementation of the architecture thus enabling a flow from business need to day to day implementation through your architecture – detail is key
Advise on development of Digital TV products , including design, technology choices, life-cycles, costs and capacity planning with wider group of stakeholders.
Research and assess emerging trends and technologies in opensource and technology suppliers to enable your architectural design
Closely cooperate with other architects responsible for the cloud systems/BO
Propose development processes improvements, new technical solutions and tools
Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development and proposed solutions
Make informed decisions...
30/04/2021
Part time
How you will spend your time
Design and maintain a modular, extensible architecture of the CPE middleware by translating business needs into technology blocks and modules
Advise developer colleagues on implementation of the architecture thus enabling a flow from business need to day to day implementation through your architecture – detail is key
Advise on development of Digital TV products , including design, technology choices, life-cycles, costs and capacity planning with wider group of stakeholders.
Research and assess emerging trends and technologies in opensource and technology suppliers to enable your architectural design
Closely cooperate with other architects responsible for the cloud systems/BO
Propose development processes improvements, new technical solutions and tools
Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development and proposed solutions
Make informed decisions...
What you will need to bring
Mandatory Skills
Strong experience with C, C++ or Java in an embedded Linux or Android environment
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Experienced developing and debugging multithreaded and/or multi-process code
Ability to understand complex issues and discuss them via phone, email and other methods
Flexible, proactive, can-do approach
Desirable Tech Skills
Experience with any of the following is useful, although not required
Object Orientated programming in C++ or Java | UML diagramming | C++11 | STL or frameworks such as Qt | Embedded or mobile Java | JNI | Linux kernel | drivers | GCC | GDB | TDD and Unit Testing frameworks such as Google Test | Mockito | JUnit and similar | Software development for consumer electronics or TV |...
30/04/2021
Full time
What you will need to bring
Mandatory Skills
Strong experience with C, C++ or Java in an embedded Linux or Android environment
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Experienced developing and debugging multithreaded and/or multi-process code
Ability to understand complex issues and discuss them via phone, email and other methods
Flexible, proactive, can-do approach
Desirable Tech Skills
Experience with any of the following is useful, although not required
Object Orientated programming in C++ or Java | UML diagramming | C++11 | STL or frameworks such as Qt | Embedded or mobile Java | JNI | Linux kernel | drivers | GCC | GDB | TDD and Unit Testing frameworks such as Google Test | Mockito | JUnit and similar | Software development for consumer electronics or TV |...
Irdeto’s Product Management department is responsible for defining the value we bring to our customers, i.e. defining the products and services Irdeto sells. Internally, the Product Management department provides leadership on the execution of the lifecycle management of products and services which includes their profitability. Product Management is market driven, innovative and values creativity, hard work and the delivery of quality results for our customers.
The Product Manager will be responsible for Irdeto’s video ad-tech offering for the OTT market. The role requires a combination of the OTT market and customers as well as excellent grasp of the relevant technologies. The main responsibility is to align Irdeto’s product vision and roadmap with the market demand to ensure product fit and profitability of the product line. There is a strong emphasis on interaction with customers in complex selling situations and customer...
20/04/2021
Full time
Irdeto’s Product Management department is responsible for defining the value we bring to our customers, i.e. defining the products and services Irdeto sells. Internally, the Product Management department provides leadership on the execution of the lifecycle management of products and services which includes their profitability. Product Management is market driven, innovative and values creativity, hard work and the delivery of quality results for our customers.
The Product Manager will be responsible for Irdeto’s video ad-tech offering for the OTT market. The role requires a combination of the OTT market and customers as well as excellent grasp of the relevant technologies. The main responsibility is to align Irdeto’s product vision and roadmap with the market demand to ensure product fit and profitability of the product line. There is a strong emphasis on interaction with customers in complex selling situations and customer...
The System Architect function requires an all-round generalist who creates architecture and software designs for Irdeto’s Targeted Advertising product line. The system architect should have a background in software development and is responsible for identifying the business value drivers affecting the system design, and for partitioning and maintaining the structure of the system to deliver this value. Additionally, the role includes participation in industry forums, and involvement in the development of Intellectual Property and the development of patents to protect Intellectual Property. The System Architect functions in a world-wide team of architects, enabling cross-product line interaction, knowledge sharing and common shared platforms and technologies. The team handles all architectures and designs implemented by multiple development teams in an agile environment, for all Video product lines, and interfaces to the other market units, to define the Irdeto 360 solution...
20/04/2021
Full time
The System Architect function requires an all-round generalist who creates architecture and software designs for Irdeto’s Targeted Advertising product line. The system architect should have a background in software development and is responsible for identifying the business value drivers affecting the system design, and for partitioning and maintaining the structure of the system to deliver this value. Additionally, the role includes participation in industry forums, and involvement in the development of Intellectual Property and the development of patents to protect Intellectual Property. The System Architect functions in a world-wide team of architects, enabling cross-product line interaction, knowledge sharing and common shared platforms and technologies. The team handles all architectures and designs implemented by multiple development teams in an agile environment, for all Video product lines, and interfaces to the other market units, to define the Irdeto 360 solution...
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Business & Legal Affairs to join the Business & Legal Affairs.
Key Responsibilities:
To lead and manage a team of lawyers and business affairs executives responsible for all content deals and projects at UKTV and global acquisitions for BBCS, including UKTV Original commissions and co-productions, acquisitions across UKTV and a multitude of global broadcast and on-demand BBCS branded services.
To lead with authority on the approach to commissioning and acquiring rights, including underlying rights frameworks and to provide leadership to the UKTV rights management function (which reports in to the role).
The provide expert advice to the business generally on rights and deal structures and how to build sustainable partnerships with producers.
To lead or oversee negotiation of the most high profile, high risk or sensitive deals (including agreements with independent production companies, talent and contributor rights...
22/09/2021
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Business & Legal Affairs to join the Business & Legal Affairs.
Key Responsibilities:
To lead and manage a team of lawyers and business affairs executives responsible for all content deals and projects at UKTV and global acquisitions for BBCS, including UKTV Original commissions and co-productions, acquisitions across UKTV and a multitude of global broadcast and on-demand BBCS branded services.
To lead with authority on the approach to commissioning and acquiring rights, including underlying rights frameworks and to provide leadership to the UKTV rights management function (which reports in to the role).
The provide expert advice to the business generally on rights and deal structures and how to build sustainable partnerships with producers.
To lead or oversee negotiation of the most high profile, high risk or sensitive deals (including agreements with independent production companies, talent and contributor rights...
We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Communications Manager, to join the Communications Department.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with UKTV Director of Communications to create and implement a communications strategy that builds and enhances UKTV’s reputation in the broadcast market and supports the main pillars of the company’s business strategy
Translate UKTV’s purpose, strategy and positioning in compelling ways for the media and other influencers
Work with UKTV Director of Communications and BBC Studios Director of Communications on crisis media issues and help draft lines against enquiry.
Deputise for UKTV Director of Communications on corporate issues when necessary
Work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to identify suitable media stories and communicate key business news
Build profiles of senior spokespeople and identify, secure and manage suitable speaker / interview opportunities and develop key messages
Work with UKTV Director of...
16/09/2021
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Communications Manager, to join the Communications Department.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with UKTV Director of Communications to create and implement a communications strategy that builds and enhances UKTV’s reputation in the broadcast market and supports the main pillars of the company’s business strategy
Translate UKTV’s purpose, strategy and positioning in compelling ways for the media and other influencers
Work with UKTV Director of Communications and BBC Studios Director of Communications on crisis media issues and help draft lines against enquiry.
Deputise for UKTV Director of Communications on corporate issues when necessary
Work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to identify suitable media stories and communicate key business news
Build profiles of senior spokespeople and identify, secure and manage suitable speaker / interview opportunities and develop key messages
Work with UKTV Director of...
We have an exciting opportunity for an AWS Senior Developer to join the Technology department.
Key Responsibilities:
Experience and contribute to the UKTV creative culture, working with a diverse and talented team, delivering innovative cloud native systems that run UKTV’s media supply chain.
Have unriveled access to dedicated technical resources at key partners such as AWS and Datadog. Receive individual tailored training based on your personal objectives delivered directly by the vendors, that build to industry recognised qualifications.
Work with best of breed systems and tooling, on a tech stack that has been designed from the ground up to run IaC with best practice principles at its core.
Get stuff done, see results, grow your knowledge and experience AND make a real difference!
Knowledge and skills:
Is a hands-on developer who is passionate about developing scalable, highly available application solutions that leverage AWS services for Broadcast Media...
09/09/2021
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an AWS Senior Developer to join the Technology department.
Key Responsibilities:
Experience and contribute to the UKTV creative culture, working with a diverse and talented team, delivering innovative cloud native systems that run UKTV’s media supply chain.
Have unriveled access to dedicated technical resources at key partners such as AWS and Datadog. Receive individual tailored training based on your personal objectives delivered directly by the vendors, that build to industry recognised qualifications.
Work with best of breed systems and tooling, on a tech stack that has been designed from the ground up to run IaC with best practice principles at its core.
Get stuff done, see results, grow your knowledge and experience AND make a real difference!
Knowledge and skills:
Is a hands-on developer who is passionate about developing scalable, highly available application solutions that leverage AWS services for Broadcast Media...
We have an exciting opportunity for a Recruiter (3-month FTC) to join the HR Team.
Key Responsibilities:
360 management of recruiting for digital products and technology roles across UKTV as well as other departments across UKTV – managing the end-to-end recruitment process
You will be responsible for keeping all trackers and recruitment records up to date
You will support the Talent team with CV Screening
Conduct candidate searches via LinkedIn Recruiter or other sourcing tools
You will monitor live vacancies response rate and in time, create reports for the recruitment manager each week
Create anonymous diversity reports for each role to ensure we are on track with our 50/20/12/12 targets
Ensure CVs for potential candidates are treated as a priority, ensuring these are filtered through to hiring managers as soon as possible.
Reach out to shortlisted candidates for additional information where necessary, including salary, notice period...
11/08/2021
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Recruiter (3-month FTC) to join the HR Team.
Key Responsibilities:
360 management of recruiting for digital products and technology roles across UKTV as well as other departments across UKTV – managing the end-to-end recruitment process
You will be responsible for keeping all trackers and recruitment records up to date
You will support the Talent team with CV Screening
Conduct candidate searches via LinkedIn Recruiter or other sourcing tools
You will monitor live vacancies response rate and in time, create reports for the recruitment manager each week
Create anonymous diversity reports for each role to ensure we are on track with our 50/20/12/12 targets
Ensure CVs for potential candidates are treated as a priority, ensuring these are filtered through to hiring managers as soon as possible.
Reach out to shortlisted candidates for additional information where necessary, including salary, notice period...
Roku is changing how the world watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., and we’ve set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable — and valued — contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world, while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
About the role
Roku’s Denmark office is focused on R&D around wireless audio protocols and the company’s whole home licensing program which enables OEM brands to license Roku Connect...
21/04/2021
Full time
Roku is changing how the world watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., and we’ve set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable — and valued — contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world, while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
About the role
Roku’s Denmark office is focused on R&D around wireless audio protocols and the company’s whole home licensing program which enables OEM brands to license Roku Connect...
