The RTS Technology Centre teamed up with the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) at Ravensbourne University to discuss how mid-career professionals in the media industry can negotiate rapid technological shifts.
The event brought together industry leaders to share insights on the evolving landscape of broadcast technology.
Jerome Champetier from MediaKind explained the challenges of transitioning from traditional hardware to software-based workflows.
LiveWyer founder David O’Dwyer addressed misconceptions about cloud-native media infrastructure, offering advice on how to overcome barriers and find reliable learning resources.
A session featuring consultant Melissa Carr, Caspian One Recruitment’s Phil Hodgetts, Sky Studios’ Emily Bergun and Alex Redfern (Chief Technology Officer at EVS Broadcast Equipment) delved into the results of a pre-event LinkedIn survey.
This highlighted a significant level of uncertainty about the future direction of the industry and a lack of clarity on the skills needed for career advancement.
IT media engineer and RTS Technology committee member Mark Couto said: “The event underscored the pressing need for ongoing learning and adaptation in our industry. It highlighted the shared challenges we face and the importance of community and collaboration in overcoming them. The questions raised about cloud migration and specialised learning resonated deeply with attendees, sparking lively discussions.”
A follow-up workshop will be held on 26 June at Buckinghamshire New University.
