Media Technology Experts in Germany
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Maher S.
Last position:
Product Development – Test Management – Rollout at Telefónica Deutschland
Participation in various projects related to the development and introduction of new telecommunications products in the mobile communications and fixed-line sectors, with a focus on 5G, wholesale and IPv6 technologies.
- Planning, coordination and execution of product development projects, particularly in the 5G and fixed-line environments
- Support for the rollout of new offerings, including test management and quality assurance
- Participation in the development of wholesale products and eSIM solutions
- Close coordination with internal departments (technology, marketing, operations) and external partners
- Use of agile tools and methods for project management and collaboration
Tools: JIRA, MS Office, MS Project
Technologies: 5G, 5G Campus Networks, Fixed Network (FixNet), IPv6, eSIM, Wholesale product development
CS-APN 5G NSA – IPv6 / Dual-Stack for B2B Customers
Ensuring the use of CS-APNs in dual-stack mode (IPv4/IPv6) in combination with MPLS VPN and IPSEC VPN.
- Project management including test planning, test coordination and go-live management
- Technical coordination for activating IPv6 functionality for B2B connections
eSIM Manager – Product Development for B2B Customers
Development of a tool for the fast and scalable provision of eSIM profiles for business customers.
- Product design and process definition for activating eSIMs on different device types (smartphones, IoT, laptops)
- Collaboration with partners to integrate the solution into existing infrastructures
eSIM Handling B2B – Blanco eSIM Process Integration
Optimization of the eSIM provisioning process through the introduction of dynamic Blanco eSIM processes.
- Definition of new processes for issuing non-activated eSIMs (Blanco) via the frontend and partner community
- Design of the integration into service and IT systems
All-IP 5G NSA – Mobile Access for B2B Internet/Voice Services
Expansion of the All-IP portfolio with mobile 5G access offering higher bandwidth for business customers. (5G Indoor Coverage).
- Project management including test management and go-live preparation
- Interface coordination for introducing Local-SIM-based solutions
5G PN – Campus Roaming / Private Networks
Development and introduction of 5G Private Network (PN) solutions with a focus on industrial applications (IIoT).
- Design and definition of business use cases
- Development of SIM/eSIM processes for 5GPN, including roaming between private and public networks
IPv6 for B2B – Introduction in Mobile and Fixed-Line Products
Introduction of IPv6 support for All-IP products and M2M services in the B2B environment.
- Product and process development for integrating IPv6 (in accordance with RIPE-554)
- Implementation for large customers such as retail chains with several thousand branches in Germany and abroad
Andreas M.
Last position:
Project Manager Office Building Modernization at Large Reinsurance Company
- Rollout of AV media technology in meeting rooms for board members
- Selection, commissioning and management of subcontractors
- Introduction of an operating concept for service and maintenance
Khalid S.
Last position:
IT Infrastructure Coordinator at SAFEE Technology
- GfK Data center IT Infrastructure project onsite coordinator (Equinix DC FR2/FR7) training FEs in Equinix DC Carla, FNT, Jira Confluence, ServiceNow (Change/Problem/Incident MGMT), DCIM, ITSM, ITIL
- Reporting significant incidents as the on-site technical coordinator and initial point of contact for vendor escort and smart hands
- Utilizing CMDB-GUI, NIQ-Browser, CMDB-Filtering-GUI, OSS-Radar, BigBrother, CheckMK, and TTWOS for 2nd and 3rd level troubleshooting support
- Maintaining MDF, IDF, computer rooms, and closets; coordinating with service desk, reception, and security for visitor access
- Managing asset lifecycle including operation, retirement, stocking, and destruction with proper SanDisk procedures
- Leading footprint data centre optimization and reduction in FR2/FR7; handling network, server, storage, desktop, hosting, IT security, video conferencing, and telephone operations
- Coordinating server relocations, fibre optics/copper cable preparations, CMDB updates, and stakeholder cooperation
- Implementing IT infrastructure design, maintenance, configuration, and construction following Dell/HP/Apple ESD safety precautions
- Single POC for change management network, Star Track, backup & storage, cloud, Linux, Windows, EUS teams & Software Centre installs
- Successfully completed DC Footprint Reduction Project 2021/2022 and GfK New Hardware DC Refresh Initiative
- Planning, configuring, and installing Dematic server rooms and switch configurations in Heusenstamm, Wurzburg, Kahl am Main, and Graz Austria
- Providing on-site media equipment setup for HP, hospitals, manufacturers, and laboratories
- Ensuring professional rack and cable management following best practices
- Maintaining up-to-date plant maps accessible to all teams showing technology space and spare locations
- Offering technical assistance for live events, town halls, forums, streaming, and hybrid events on and off campus
- Providing second level support for Poly video conferencing systems across multiple time zones
- Conducting frequent computer room walkthroughs, recording power, cooling, alarm, security threats, and mapping wireless environment and access points
Andreas F.
Last position:
Project Manager & Portfolio Owner for Infrastructure (Automotive) at MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH
- Overall coordination of service providers for all infrastructure topics at a production site being set up in Baden-Württemberg
- Design and finding solutions for internet connectivity, building office communication networks, setting up WLAN in production and administration buildings, IP address management, password policies, time tracking, access control systems, backup strategies, emergency power planning, operating concepts, cost planning, event management, workplace setup including laptop/mobile phones/telephony, remote support, print servers
- Selecting suitable external service providers and planning to meet needs for spare parts, repairs, on-site service, network and workplace support including on-site system replacement by providers
- Choosing suitable external service providers for facility management and building technology (fiber optic connections, data center infrastructure, cable ducts etc.)
- Coordination with clients and service providers
- Escalation management, schedule control
- On-site presence for service meetings and managing service providers
Andreas P.
Last position:
Infrastructure Network Planner Line Engineering (TCF) at Stätische Werke Netz+Service
- Documenting and planning fiber optic lines for the fiber project at network level 3 in the Kassel city area using the cable management software CableScout and AutoCAD.
- Creating detailed execution and feed plans, and documenting cable distribution hubs (KVZ).
- Analyzing the existing network design and the technical requirements for network planning, considering project goals (cost, schedule, quality).
- Creating execution and feed plans with CableScout for FTTx and FTTh as part of route, conduit, and fiber planning at network level 3.
- Documenting the entire planning process.
Rainer J.
Last position:
Expansion to focus on video production at Media Production Partnership
- Media Production Partnership
Khalid A.
Last position:
Systemadministrator at Sport & Medien
- Processing 1st, 2nd and 3rd level tickets
- Analyzing, resolving and documenting incidents and service requests within incident and SLA management via KIX (OTRS) ticket system
- Monitoring and managing networks and servers, configuring network interfaces (Wallix & Zabbix)
- Providing user support for technical issues and onboarding to new systems
- Creating and maintaining documentation for IT systems, network configurations and processes
- Software installation and maintenance: installing, configuring and updating operating systems, applications and license management (Empirum, MS365, Admin Center / Exchange)
- Data backup and tape rotation (backup and recovery)
- Configuring antivirus software and applying security updates and patches (Matrix42 patch management)
- User management: creating, modifying and deleting user accounts and their access rights (AD / Azure)
Adil E.
Last position:
AV systems integrator at Forte Germany GmbH
- SMS-Group full AV systems integration
- Invesco Germany full AV system integration
- SPITZKE SE Central Competence Center full AV system integration
- BP Germany upgraded AV system installation
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Statistics of experts using Media Technology
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
5.6 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Government and Administration, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Operations, Production, Audit
Bachelor's degree or higher
50%
Master's degree or higher
25%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Media Technology
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Media Technology experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (75%)
- Government and Administration (63%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Professional Services (50%)
- Telecommunication (50%)
- Automotive (38%)
- Construction (38%)
- Energy (38%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Media Technology Covers
Media Technology combines software, hardware and production workflows used to create, manage, distribute and measure digital media. It spans video, audio, live broadcasting, streaming, content delivery, studio systems and interactive experiences. The work connects creative production with reliable infrastructure and audience-facing products.
Platforms and Outputs
Companies use this expertise to deliver media across web, mobile, connected TV, broadcast networks and internal channels. Typical outputs include live-streaming services, video-on-demand libraries, newsroom systems, media asset management and immersive installations.
- Live and on-demand video workflows
- Broadcast contribution and distribution
- Content management and media asset systems
- Encoding, transcoding and playback services
Ecosystem and Tooling
The ecosystem may include codecs, containers, cameras, mixers, playout systems, content delivery networks and player frameworks. Specialists often work with FFmpeg, WebRTC, HLS, MPEG-DASH, SRT, NDI, cloud storage, observability tools and APIs. Strong delivery also requires knowledge of metadata, rights, accessibility and device compatibility.
When Companies Need Specialists
Freelance expertise is useful when a media product must launch quickly, a broadcast chain needs modernisation or an existing service suffers from buffering, quality or workflow problems. In Germany, specialists may support broadcasters, publishers, sports organisations, agencies, manufacturers and cultural institutions. Remote work is common, while studio, venue and transmission projects can require on-site collaboration.
- Moving from broadcast infrastructure to IP workflows
- Scaling a streaming service for changing demand
- Connecting production, archive and publishing systems
- Improving playback quality and operational visibility
Skills That Matter
A capable professional understands the complete path from capture to viewer or listener. They can define formats, design resilient pipelines, integrate third-party services and troubleshoot timing, synchronisation, latency and quality issues. Depending on the project, adjacent skills include cloud architecture, networking, security, data engineering, UX, automation and media production.
Choosing the Right Professional
Look for evidence of comparable delivery rather than familiarity with isolated tools. Ask how the specialist handled live incidents, rights-sensitive content, peak demand, accessibility and handover to internal teams. Clarify the required language, time zone and on-site needs early; German and English collaboration may both be relevant for teams working across Germany and international markets.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Media Technology? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
Media Technology is used to capture, produce, manage and distribute audio, video and interactive content. Projects can include streaming services, broadcast operations, video libraries, digital signage and immersive experiences.
Media Technology includes traditional broadcast technology but also covers internet delivery, cloud workflows, software-based production and interactive media. Broadcast technology focuses more narrowly on transmission and playout, while media technology connects production with digital products and audiences.
A strong Media Technology specialist may also understand cloud infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, software integration and data workflows. Knowledge of codecs, FFmpeg, WebRTC, HLS, MPEG-DASH, SRT or NDI is useful when the project involves modern video delivery.
The right level depends on the risk and scope of the work. A focused integration may need a specialist familiar with the relevant media APIs and workflow, while a live broadcast or streaming migration calls for experience with resilience, monitoring, latency and incident response.
Media Technology work can often be done remotely when systems are cloud-based or accessible through secure environments. Studio installations, venue integrations, camera systems and transmission equipment may require on-site work, so define travel and access needs before the engagement begins.
Ask the Media Technology freelancer to explain a comparable workflow from acquisition through delivery and support. Review their approach to formats, metadata, rights, accessibility, testing, monitoring and handover, not only the tools listed in their profile.
A quality Media Technology solution delivers stable playback or transmission, clear operational ownership and consistent results across relevant devices and network conditions. It should also provide useful monitoring, graceful failure handling, documented workflows and a practical path for future changes.
Media Technology specialists support broadcasters, publishers, sports organisations, agencies, cultural institutions, manufacturers and companies building digital content products. In Germany, projects may combine local production requirements with international distribution, so German and English communication can both matter.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Media Technology in their recent projects is 101 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 811 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Media Technology in their recent projects, 50% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 25% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Media Technology in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 5.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Media Technology in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (38%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Media Technology in their recent projects are Information Technology (75%), Government and Administration (63%), and Manufacturing (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Media Technology in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (75%), and Project Management (63%).
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