Task 20- Job Roles

1. Task 20- Job Roles

2. Website Design Web designers plan, create and code internet sites and web pages, many of which use text with sounds, pictures, graphics and video-clips. Website designers are employed by software companies, IT consultancies, large corporate companies and any company that uses computers. Imagination is a vital skill which web designers must have. This is important to employers because it shows the employee has fresh, new ideas and can create a variety of websites to fill the customer’s needs. Also creativity is needed to create the websites. The employee must be able to make a website to suit whatever the customer wants. Patience is also a vital. It takes time to create a website which is up to standard. The employee must be able to take things at a sensible pace and not rush the finished page otherwise the employer could get a complaint from the client. Attention to detail is wanted by employers because it shows that the employee has a good eye and takes their time to create a good piece which is up to the customers and company’s standards. Communication is important because the employee needs be able to figure out what the customer wants by communicating with them. This allows them to help the customer design the exact website they want. • Responsibilities of the job include: • meeting/liaising with clients to discuss requirements and/or project progress • creating web site designs • producing sample sites • demonstrating and receiving feedback about draft sites • keeping up-to-date with recent technological and software developments • developing skills and expertise in appropriate software/programming languages including html, JavaScript and others. Qualifications Graduates with IT, computer science or engineering qualifications. It’s important to provide employers with links to/sample demonstrations of web pages that you have created.

3. Software Engineers Software engineers maintain all software. From research to designing new software, the engineers are also there for training and support. Engineers are normally needed when there is a problem with a software which needs to be fixed. Employers will look for people who can handle a job well under pressure and who are able to work extra hours to meet deadlines. This is valued by employers because it shows the employees determination and effort they are willing to put in to keep their job and do the best for the company. Team working skills are also wanted by employers because it shows that the employee has people skills and is able to help others which is part of the job. However there is a certain characteristic which some people may not fit. Employers may want numerical and analytical skills which is where the employee can look at a problem/situation and analyse it thoroughly and choose the best thing to do. This is seen as important by employers because it saves time and money by getting something right the first time. • Typical responsibilities include: • investigating current applications • producing specifications • costing new or modified systems • agreeing proposals • writing new software and operating manuals • testing the product to ensure that it operates satisfactorily • training users Qualifications graduates with a degree in either subjects , computation, software engineering, physics, mathematics or electronics.

4. Systems Design • Typical employers of systems designers • software firms • IT consultancies • large engineering, telecommunications and computer companies • major commercial and industrial organizations • retailers • financial institutions. • Self-employment is often possible for designers with several years' experience. Systems designers (or systems builders or architects) analyze, design and change networks, computer systems and websites. Employers value focused employers because they need people who are careful and to the point so the job gets done to a high standard the first time trying. Team-working is a valued skill in this job, because it shows that the employee can effectively co-operate with others in the task of job assignments. It also shows they have ability to relate well to others ,of all types and ages to successfully accomplish tasks of the job. The employee must be able to meet high standards. This is valued and important to employers because it shows the employee is hardworking, organized, and they also have the ability to work hard to meet the standard. It also shows the employer that the employee has the ability to work without getting overloaded and stressed even when the pressure is high. • Typical requirements of the job include: • researching current arrangements • consulting clients and systems analysts about required specifications • producing designs that utilize suitable software and hardware • liaising with other IT staff such as software engineers and programmers • producing, installing the new system • testing and modifying it to ensure that that it operates reliably. Qualifications Computer literacy and familiarity with programming languages and relevant software is essential to the job. Graduates with a computer science or software engineering degree are generally preferred.

5. Multimedia programmer • Job responsibilities • creating multimedia product designs • meeting/liaising with clients/managers to discuss requirements or project progress • producing, demonstrating and receiving feedback about products • keeping up to date with technological and software developments • developing skills and expertise in appropriate software/programming languages • producing products that are user-friendly, effective and appealing Multimedia programmers are responsible for designing and creating multimedia computer products that work text with sounds, pictures, graphics, video-clips, virtual reality and digital animation. Team working skills are good in this job because it shows that the employee can effectively co-operate with others in the job assignments. Enthusiasm is wanted by the employer as it shows that the employee has the ability to remain consistently positive and likely to maintain enthusiasm in all work tasks and projects. Creativity is essential to create the multimedia programmes. The employee must be able to make a programme from someone else's ideas and show their knowledge whilst using intuitive to make the programme better. Qualifications: A degree in any subject is acceptable, although employers may prefer graduates with technical or creative qualifications. These include graphic design, fine art, 3-D design, illustration, multimedia technology, software engineering, IT and computer science. • Typical employers of multimedia programmers: • software and multimedia houses • computer games companies • specialist multimedia and web design companies • large organizations with in-house websites, multimedia and new media departments.

6. Information scientists are responsible for managing the acquisition, supply and distribution of information within an organization or section of an organization, and for making that information accessible to its' clients and/or customers. Motivation is valued by employers because they want employees who require very little supervision and direction to get the work done in a timely and professional manner. Employers may seek employees who are interested in keeping up with new developments and knowledge in the field. Employers would also want an employee who shows excellent research skills. This shows that the employee is organized, motivated and shows they are open to new ways of doing things and willing to accept constructive feedback. Team-working is a top valued skills because it shows that the employee can effectively cooperate with others in the performance of job assignments. It also shows they have ability to relate well to others (of all types and ages) to successfully accomplish tasks and goals of the job. Computer literate is wanted as well because the employer must see that the employee knows what he/she is researching or teaching. Information scientist • Typical Employers; • private and public sector organizations • public libraries and information services • government departments • professional associations • research establishments • charities • academic or school libraries • commercial organizations • Responsibilities of the job include: • evaluating, organizing, classifying, managing and distributing information in a variety of formats • answering Freedom of Information (FOI) requests • carrying out audits, inquiries and internal commissions • answering enquiries • maintaining statistical and financial records • writing reports • using specialist computer applications • searching for and retrieving information from the internet and online databases • promoting and marketing services. Qualifications: A Library Association/Institute of Information Scientists accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in information science/management or librarianship is usually required for entry into the profession. At least one year of relevant experience is often necessary prior to postgraduate study.

7. Computer sales report Qualifications Employers will look for people with qualifications in computer science/engineering, physics, electronic engineering, mathematics and software engineering. Computer sales support staff provide pre-sales and after-sales technical advice and support about computer systems to customers. Employers want employees who are good with communication both verbally and written. This is useful in this profession because the employee must have some commercial awareness so they are able to do the main part of the job which is to sell support. Interpersonal skills are wanted so the employer can see that the employee relate to relationships or communications between people. This is useful because the employee is able to discover what the customer wants quickly and efficiently. Good organizational skills are wanted and valued by the employer because it shows the employee has the ability to organize self and others and to work consistently and without getting overloaded even when the pressure is high. • Key responsibilities include • identifying and establishing new business • organizing sales visits • negotiating contracts • undertaking relevant research • maintaining records • giving demonstrations • making presentations • attending trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings • preparing tenders and proposals • reviewing sales performance

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