Computer systems, programming, 3D animation: nothing should escape him
The multimedia engineer is a professional with a solid interdisciplinary background who knows and applies IT tools both for the creation of content and for its processing, storage, search and transmission. In fact, multimedia engineering is a field of engineering that results from combining the disciplines and practices of computer engineering, electronics and telecommunications with multimedia content. The multimedia engineer therefore works where the convergence of information technologies, communication and audiovisual means plays a central role.
The playing field: interaction
Among the areas where his talents are in demand is the media. It addresses the concepts, protocols, technologies, platforms and tools involved in the development of secure and reliable multimedia services and their dissemination over various types of communication networks.
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Study level: Bachelor +5
Gross monthly salary: €3,000 – €5,000 and more, depending on experience
The development of virtual environments – especially virtual reality – is also a “playing field” in which the professional qualities of a computer and multimedia engineer are in great demand. These are technologies that enable significant developments in various application contexts: video games, virtual visits, scientific visualization, design and manufacturing, medicine (especially telemedicine), education, and others. Anything that can display highly interactive and 3D systems.
More of a generalist than an ultra-specialist
A multimedia engineer must coordinate the work of other, very specialized engineers. He must therefore have in-depth knowledge in many areas, as well as excellent management skills and the ability to give precise instructions to everyone. The architecture of computer systems, programming, 3D animation, video game engines, the secrets of the web: nothing should escape him. His background also includes legal ideas, particularly in relation to intellectual property issues.
As the digital revolution continues to evolve companies and industries, engineers with good IT and multimedia skills are guaranteed to find work.
Required properties
- Great computer skills
- Knowledge of multimedia software
- Very good analytical skills
- Sense of management
Graduation achievements
- Design and production of interactive multimedia systems
- Project management, management
Interview with Hippolyte Guillemeteau
Interview with Hippolyte GuillemeteauHe holds a DUT in computer science and completed training as a computer and multimedia engineer at Cnam-Enjmin. He joined Eytos, a company developing an augmented reality assistance solution for maintenance technicians.
The term computer engineer is quite broad. Can you tell us what computer and multimedia technology involves?
The engineering sector “IT and Multimedia” requires, first of all, an understanding of the word “multimedia”, which is defined by a technology that integrates data of different types (sound, text, images) on the same medium and can be accessed interactively. Therefore, it is the interactivity of the products that gives the IT of our training its importance. It includes the study of media-related technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, immersive technologies and 3D design, without forgetting the more traditional technologies used in applications and video games that we encounter every day.
What do you see as the biggest problems between the complexity of technologies and the need to provide solutions to the general public?
One of the problems concerns the delays associated with the use of innovative technologies. Research and training on new technologies can take time and there may be no solutions. We need to find specialists to spread the word, make the topic accessible and provide documentation for other engineers. We must also be able to put ourselves in the shoes of the public in order to develop for them, which is difficult when our daily lives are dedicated to constant reflection on the subject.
Technologies and media are constantly evolving. How do you maintain your knowledge?
For me, the most important thing is to stay informed about all the news through social networks or traditional and digital media. Video games or news often bear witness to these developments. Certain innovations, such as the metaverse or cryptocurrencies, are criticized by the general public for their implementation, but remain interesting on a technical level and could inspire further developments in the future. Above all, you have to be able to offer your customers current and new technologies and not necessarily have mastery of everything right away.
Which industries are looking for IT and multimedia engineers? What does corporate learning bring?
Companies in the web, simulation, video games, metaverse, augmented or virtual reality or even animation are industries that may be interested in our skills. The selection of companies is very open to part-time training and offers the experience of real projects in a professional environment. We gain mastery of project management and people on a longer-term level than a student project. Learning from qualified professionals, regardless of their field, is also a huge advantage. This ultimately gives you a professional conscience, a guarantee of employment or the ability to remain in your training company. Employers appreciate that we don’t lack experience.
Can we summarize this education and profession as being about being a well-rounded engineer capable of making the connection between complex technological constraints and marketing needs?
Being an engineer means responding to product or process design problems while knowing how to use the means and resources available. Marketing is one skill among others. In my case, it’s all about familiarizing yourself with the technologies used in many companies and being versatile and adaptable.
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