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outside typical working hours may be required in order to meet project deadlines and to offer real-time support to clients dealing with unexpected problems.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Attitude and experience are given considerable weight in the information and communications technology sector. Due to this, qualification requirements may vary between employers. Industry certifications are also highly regarded within this sector and on-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
To work as a Web and Multimedia Developer a qualification at MQF Level 4 or higher in Information and Communications Technology, Computer Science, Illustration, Multimedia Development or related fields is typically required. Training programmes include:
• Advanced Diploma in IT (Multimedia Software Development) (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Multimedia Software Development (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Business Analytics (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Honours) (Software Development) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science in Business and Information Technology (Honours) (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Knowledge and skills
Web and Multimedia Developers are expected to have:
•Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques
• Proficiency in design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models
• The ability to write computer programmes for various purposes
• The ability to analyse needs and product requirements to create a website or multimedia application
• The ability to perform systems analysis to determine how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomes
•Knowledge of effective business management principles
• Knowledge of marketing strategies and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques and sales control systems
• The ability to carry out general administrative procedures such as word processing,
Number of employees (2017)
410
Share of foreigners (2017)
54%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+41%
Median Pay (per annum)
€31,000
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